St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite – High Dam Lake loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

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St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite – High Dam Lake loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

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St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite – High Dam Lake loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

03:14

11.0km

290m

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: August 20, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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183 m

Newby Bridge and the River Leven Weir

Highlight • River

Newby Bridge is a hamlet situated on the banks of River Leven at the southern end of Lake Windermere. Historically part of Lancashire, it takes its name from the five-arched …

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2.01 km

St. Peter's Church, Finsthwaite

Highlight • Religious Site

Beautifully maintained little town with an interesting church (St. Peter). The path there leads idyllically across a sheep pasture.

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2.20 km

St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite

Highlight • Religious Site

St Peter’s is a pretty church nestled in the peaceful village of Finsthwaite. Built between 1873-79 to replace an older structure, the building has a distinctive tower and some excellent stained glass. St Peter’s is Grade II-listed.

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3.53 km

High Dam Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a fantastic swimming area and a great place for a picnic. The water is beautifully clear but can be cold, so take care.

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4.39 km

Peatland Boardwalk

Highlight • Natural

5.61 km

Ancient Enclosure Boundary Wall

Highlight • Structure

7.03 km

Boretree Tarn

Highlight • Lake

Boretree Tarn

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7.86 km

Phoenix Tree – Fallen Scots Pine with Three New Trunks

Highlight • Forest

On your right as you descend

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11.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.54 km

927 m

497 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.53 km

1.78 km

1.03 km

330 m

275 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Tuesday 20 October

12°C

6°C

98 %

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Max wind speed: 30.0 km/h

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Comments

February 25, 2025,Newby Bridge – High Dam and Yewbarrow wood loop

This is a lovely hike with moorland, woodland and amazing views. Although it's a bit tricky to follow at times there are plenty of signposts to help you along the way 👍

April 19, 2024,Newby Bridge – High Dam and Yewbarrow wood loop

This is our last walk of the holiday and one of the most stunning, Its one of those walks that ticks all the boxes. I found it on Komoot and I really appreciate the person who took their time to research it and post it. This is when Komoot shines. 👍🥰