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Grasmere Lake – Rydal Water Beach loop from Skelwith

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North West England

Grasmere Lake – Rydal Water Beach loop from Skelwith

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4.2

(5)

137

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Grasmere Lake – Rydal Water Beach loop from Skelwith

01:41

21.4km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.65 km for 160 m

After 13.6 km for 160 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.98 km

Quiet road between Rydal and Ambleside

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The inner city of Ambleside is very crowded. Since the bike path offers a really good alternative.

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2

7.69 km

River Rothay Weir

Highlight • River

Weir controlling water level.

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3

8.05 km

Grasmere Lake

Highlight • Lake

Just sit back, relax,have some snacks and enjoy the views

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8.65 km

Grasmere

Lake

5

10.0 km

Faeryland Grasmere Tea Garden and Boat Hire

Highlight • Cafe

Sit down, enjoy a perfect cup of tea and maybe a few biscuits, and enjoy the view on Grasmere. Opening times depend upon the weather, but if you are as …

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6

13.6 km

View of Grasmere

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice off-road multi-use paths passable on gravel or mountain bike.

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7

14.5 km

White Moss Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge at White Moss was installed in July 2014 to replace the previous wooden footbridge and form part of a network of cycle paths and improved access across the …

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8

15.6 km

Rydal Water Beach

Highlight • Beach

Easy trail- just watch out for the walkers!

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9

20.2 km

Stone Bridge over the River Brathay

Highlight • Bridge

B

21.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.76 km

5.49 km

5.30 km

4.74 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

7.06 km

2.50 km

1.56 km

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Lowest point (40 m)

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Saturday 10 October

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