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Witherslack, Meathop And Ulpha

Tow Top Hill Climb loop from Witherslack, Meathop and Ulpha

Hard

8

riders

Tow Top Hill Climb loop from Witherslack, Meathop and Ulpha

02:19

30.8km

510m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.29 km

Tow Top Hill Climb

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Beware this Savage little climb - 20%+, dark, damp and twisty

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8.45 km

Crow Wood

Forest

3

13.6 km

There is about 1km of dirt track east from this point. Not suitable for road bike.

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4

27.3 km

This is a great traffic-free link that avoids the busy A590. It's a lovely smooth surface with great views and is part of the Bay Cycleway (NCN 700).

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5

28.4 km

Forest Track in Lake District National Park

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29.6 km

Sidybank Wood

Forest

B

30.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

6.25 km

2.20 km

2.09 km

113 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.8 km

10.1 km

5.40 km

2.42 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 30 May

17°C

12°C

44 %

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