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Bewaldeth And Snittlegarth

View of Derwent Water – Whinlatter Pass loop from Bewaldeth and Snittlegarth

Bewaldeth And Snittlegarth

View of Derwent Water – Whinlatter Pass loop from Bewaldeth and Snittlegarth

Moderate

5.0

(2)

136

riders

View of Derwent Water – Whinlatter Pass loop from Bewaldeth and Snittlegarth

02:57

57.9km

780m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve

Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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15.6 km

Borrowdale Road Along Derwent Water

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Running south from Keswick, Borrowdale Road traces the eastern edge of the beautiful Derwent Water. It's a lovely scenic stretch, with views of the lake and mountains, giving it an …

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21.0 km

Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

22.0 km

Grange Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe that always gives a lovely welcome to hikers and cyclists. All of the cakes are made at the cafe, and I'd probably have to say that the scones …

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24.6 km

View of Derwent Water

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a stunning, quiet lane running from Hawes End to the Grange, going past Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve, overlooking Derwent Water. This is pristine Lake District scenery with …

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28.9 km

The Chalet Tavern & Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

Never fails, great place for refueling. Superb service with a great choice of food, drinks and fantastic staff.

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31.4 km

Whinlatter Pass Climb from Braithwaite

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

One of the best climbs in the area. A steady climb on forest lined roads up to the Whinlatter vistor centre. A good challenge but not as murderous as Honister …

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34.6 km

Whinlatter Pass

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Winding its way through Thornthwaite Forest with views over Lorton Valley and Bassenthwaite Lake, Whinlatter Pass is one of the most beautiful areas of the Lake District. At the top …

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43.5 km

4 Play Cycles is a great local bike shop with spares, repairs, new bikes and local knowledge. They also organise local bike rides if you're staying in the area.
Open 10:00 - 16:00 but closed on Thursday and Sunday.

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57.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.6 km

15.2 km

705 m

483 m

Surfaces

40.4 km

17.5 km

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Sunday 5 July

19°C

16°C

25 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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View of Derwent Water – Whinlatter Pass loop from Bewaldeth and Snittlegarth

Borrowdale Road Along Derwent Water

Grange Café

View of Derwent Water

The Chalet Tavern & Restaurant

Whinlatter Pass Climb from Braithwaite

Whinlatter Pass

View of Hundith Hill

4Play Cycles

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