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Very Steep Gravel Section – High Newton Reservoir loop from Upper Allithwaite

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United Kingdom
England
North West England
Cumbria
South Lakeland
Upper Allithwaite

Very Steep Gravel Section – High Newton Reservoir loop from Upper Allithwaite

Moderate

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Very Steep Gravel Section – High Newton Reservoir loop from Upper Allithwaite

00:50

10.2km

190m

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: October 15, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

916 m

Very Steep Gravel Section

Highlight • Climb

2

3.73 km

This gravel descent through Barrow Banks is perfect for newer or younger riders. Low on the technical scale, it runs through the forest with great views over the most southerly end of Windermere.

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3

4.13 km

4

6.09 km

5

8.94 km

High Newton Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

This 11 acre reservoir occupies an elevated position with beautiful views over the Coniston Fells, the Cartmel Valley and over to Morecambe Bay.

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10.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.90 km

2.38 km

1.66 km

229 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.27 km

3.48 km

1.26 km

229 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Friday 23 October

13°C

5°C

98 %

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