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Sedgwick House – River Kent Gorge loop from Oxenholme Lake District

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United Kingdom
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North West England
Cumbria
South Lakeland
Kendal

Sedgwick House – River Kent Gorge loop from Oxenholme Lake District

Moderate

4.0

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Sedgwick House – River Kent Gorge loop from Oxenholme Lake District

03:19

12.8km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.55 km

Lancaster Canal Public Footpath

Highlight • Trail

2

2.31 km

Lancaster Canal Trail

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3

3.38 km

Old Canal Bridge

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4

3.84 km

From 1819, the Lancaster Canal ran all the way to Kendal, bringing prosperity to the region. Coal was transported into the town, while limestone, slate and locally manufactured goods were …

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5

6.11 km

Sedgwick Aqueduct and Village

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There is an old aqueduct in Sedgwick, which the Lancaster Canal Trail takes you through. If you wish to take the time to explore, the residents of Sedgwick have very …

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6

6.40 km

Sedgwick House

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Sedgwick House was designed by the Lancaster architects Paley and Austin, and was one of the earliest commissions of the partnership. It was built in 1868 for William Henry Wakefield, …

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7

8.05 km

River Kent Gorge

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Beautiful spot for a dip or a paddle. Years of water flowing here has carved a river through into the rocky landscape, leaving a perfect spot for paddling/soaking tired feet! Not deep enough for swimming. Off the path.

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8

8.15 km

Dorothy's Seat

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A very pleasant spot to take a break from your walk. There is some white water just downriver from the seat which provides a nice acoustic background and a lovely view upriver.

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12.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.95 km

4.90 km

1.52 km

1.29 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.05 km

4.01 km

2.30 km

1.41 km

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Thursday 28 May

17°C

10°C

32 %

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