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Mountain biking trails

North West England

Urswick Tarn – View of Gleaston Castle Ruins loop from Barrow-in-Furness

Mountain biking trails

North West England

Urswick Tarn – View of Gleaston Castle Ruins loop from Barrow-in-Furness

Moderate

5.0

(2)

9

riders

Urswick Tarn – View of Gleaston Castle Ruins loop from Barrow-in-Furness

02:33

45.5km

330m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 37.7 km for 39 m

After 39.1 km for 55 m

After 43.1 km for 55 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

13.0 km

Morecambe Bay Sands

Highlight • Natural

2

23.2 km

View of Urswick and Urswick Tarn

Highlight • Lake

I have had a nice hike around here, ideal if you are looking for an easy walk. Please be careful of the very narrow roads and farm vehicles as they …

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3

23.5 km

Urswick Tarn

Highlight • Lake

A pretty tarn in Urswick, Urswick Tarn is a popular spot among locals, especially anglers. The tarn is surrounded by limestone rocks dating back over 300 million years. Because of …

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4

27.2 km

Mere Tarn

Highlight • Lake

A small rest point between Scales and Gleaston Water Mill. A nice view of a tarn and a bench to sit on.

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5

27.9 km

Gleaston Castle

Highlight • Castle

6

28.1 km

View of Gleaston Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Built in the 14th century for John Harrington, Gleaston Castle passed through the hands of various affluent families throughout its history. Eventually, the castle lay disused and fell into disrepair. …

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7

28.5 km

Gleaston Water Mill

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely cafe and a blast back in time at the water mill

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8

42.6 km

Walney Channel Coastal Walk

Highlight • Trail

B

45.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.5 km

16.0 km

7.13 km

4.44 km

413 m

Surfaces

28.0 km

16.4 km

582 m

275 m

108 m

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Sunday 31 May

17°C

13°C

96 %

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