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Rydal Cave – View of Rydal Water loop from Ambleside

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Rydal Cave – View of Rydal Water loop from Ambleside

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Rydal Cave – View of Rydal Water loop from Ambleside

02:40

9.42km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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Lake District National Park

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Parking

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571 m

Rydal Water

Highlight • Natural

Rydal Water lies in the heart of the Lake District and is connected to the larger lake of Grasmere to the west by the River Rothay. Spectacular views over the lake are offered by "Wordsworth's Seat", a natural rock formation on the western side of the lake, thought to have been one of the poet's favourite places in the Lake District. Situated just off the Grasmere to Ambleside road, this tranquil spot is ideal for a peaceful walk.
(VisitLakeDistrict)

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885 m

Rydal Cave

Highlight • Cave

Whatever the weather the walk to to the cave is just beautiful 🙂

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2.31 km

White Moss Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge at White Moss was installed in July 2014 to replace the previous wooden footbridge and form part of a network of cycle paths and improved access across the Lake District. The bridge was commissioned by the Lake District National Park.

The design of the bridge is inspired by the existing features on site: the three triangular stone pillars that support the bridge and the natural flow of the water. Within the new deck, the three triangular pillars are depicted with Corten steel panels. The movement of the water around the pillars and the swirling eddies that this creates are emphasised in the handrail supports at these locations.

Although the bridge’s handrails are based on traditional estate gates, they are heavier sections and hand-forged and punched holes provide a crafted, tactile finish. The steelwork is galvanised with a patinated finish and an oak deck with Corten steel inlays adds to the harmony of the structure with the rural environment.
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3.10 km

Lady Wood

Forest

4.35 km

View of Rydal Water

Highlight • Lake

Another spot in the lake district . You can not go wrong if you choose Lake Distric

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6.84 km

High Wood

Forest

7.35 km

View of Grasmere from the Coffin Route

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Stop here for a stunning view across the lake. You might miss it if you're doing the walk clockwise.

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8.11 km

Rydal Hall and Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful house and grounds. A stunning waterfall seen from a bridge here

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8.42 km

View from above Rydal Hall

Highlight • Viewpoint

The estate has gardens, a tea room and a popular campsite.

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8.64 km

The Grotto and Waterfall at Rydal Hall

Highlight • Structure

This is a great little waterfall that's off the beaten track. Highly recommended on a rainy day when the force of the water is magnificent to behold.

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9.42 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.34 km

1.07 km

1.01 km

748 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.13 km

2.36 km

1.59 km

1.31 km

767 m

268 m

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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Rydal Cave – View of Rydal Water loop from Ambleside

Rydal Water

Rydal Cave

White Moss Bridge

View of Rydal Water

View of Grasmere from the Coffin Route

Rydal Hall and Gardens

View from above Rydal Hall

The Grotto and Waterfall at Rydal Hall

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