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North West England

Descent from Murton to Appleby – Appleby-in-Westmorland loop from Murton

Road cycling routes

North West England

Descent from Murton to Appleby – Appleby-in-Westmorland loop from Murton

Moderate

4.3

(8)

32

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Descent from Murton to Appleby – Appleby-in-Westmorland loop from Murton

02:26

46.8km

490m

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 26, 2026

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North Pennines National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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51 m

Descent from Murton to Appleby

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A long gradual descent from Murton to Appleby. The road follows the Hilton Beck stream as it meanders down the hill. Many wild flowers grow on the banks of the river – look out for wild thyme, black bryony and water mint.

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2

7.02 km

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Highlight • Cafe

Great base for climbing Great Dun Fell with great cafes for recovery after you have done the climb, picturesque little town as well.

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3

7.19 km

St Lawrence's Church, Appleby

Highlight • Historical Site

With origins in the 12th century, St Lawrence's Church in Appleby is a marvellous building. The organ is of particular note. A gift from Carlisle Cathedral in 1683, it is the oldest working English organ in the country.

It was one of many churches and castles restored by Lady Anne Clifford during the 17th century. Her coffin can be found here, along with a memorial.

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4

14.1 km

Bolton Village

Highlight • Other

5

18.9 km

Mill Yard Cafe

Highlight • Other

6

32.5 km

Scenic Road Between Dufton and Milburn

Highlight • Cycleway

Quiet, quite flat roads between the Lake District to the West and the Pennines to the East with beautiful views of both.

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46.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

46.7 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.9 km

17.9 km

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