Lakes and Dales via Loweswater: Newton Reigny to Newton Rigg Variant: bicycle in United Kingdom
TrailTrack route Bicycle United Kingdom Multi-day
Waiting for the first trip report

Lakes and Dales via Loweswater: Newton Reigny to Newton Rigg Variant

Distance
298.7 km
Estimated moving time
1 d 8 h
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
Open on map
Download route
GPXFor navigation apps KMLFor Google Earth and maps

Route description

This Cumbrian journey unfolds gradually: northern village roads lead towards western lakeshores, open uplands and southern towns. Loweswater invites a pause beside the water, Kinniside offers a modest circle of standing stones, and Grange-over-Sands brings garden paths and the broad bay. Farther on, stone arches carry Devil’s Bridge across the Lune, while Appleby introduces the old street of Boroughgate. This distinct Lakes & Dales option begins near Newton Reigny and ends near Newton Rigg. Some branches suit visits on foot. Before a complete cycling trip, its connections require revision: private driveways occur, and one A590 section follows a one-way carriageway against traffic. The whole option cannot be used as a ready, safe cycle circuit; its individual sights can inform a newly prepared itinerary.

Route status

Проверяем свежесть данных по треку и учитываем сообщения сообщества

Запретов на посещение и пожаров рядом нет

Проверяем спутниковые данные о пожарах и предупреждения по региону.

Следить за маршрутом
Подробнее о состоянии маршрута No recent trail condition reports
Data source Information prepared

The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 13.10.2026

Before travelling, check trail access, restrictions and the weather forecast.

Current conditions No recent trail condition reports

Conditions may have changed. Share a report after completing the route.

Community experience

Recent completions

0

Be the first to confirm a completion and help other travellers.

Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Asphalt 31% · Dirt / grass 3% · Dirt 1% · Unknown 64%

Surface data covers 106.5 km of 298.7 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Asphalt 31% · 92.7 km
Dirt / grass 3% · 7.76 km
Dirt 1% · 1.89 km
Gravel 1% · 1.44 km
Improved surface 1% · 1.38 km
Compacted dirt 1% · 0.76 km
Artificial surface 1% · 0.36 km
Concrete 1% · 0.17 km
Unknown 64% · 192.2 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Build a journey in which quiet lakeshores give way to seaside gardens, old bridges and market-town streets. Compare the different faces of Cumbria: wooded Loweswater, the reconstructed Kinniside circle and the carefully laid stone of Devil’s Bridge. Once permitted connections are checked, these stops can shape a rewarding tour with time to explore on foot.
Length
298.7 km
Elevation gain
4962 m
Surface
Asphalt 31%
Lakes and Dales via Loweswater: Newton Reigny to Newton Rigg Variant: route photo 8 in United Kingdom

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car: Hard With children: No With a dog: No data By bike: No With a stroller: No Mobile signal: No data

Nearby

Cartmel Priory can be visited by a separate approach in the village; check arrangements at this working church. Appleby Castle lies away from the selected street and is not an included interior visit. Holme Force waterfall near Loweswater requires its own detour. Grange-over-Sands promenade remains a land-based outing: an independent crossing of Morecambe Bay sands is outside this journey.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
For the northern side, arrive at Penrith North Lakes and plan a separate connection to Newton Reigny. The finish near Newton Rigg also requires a return to the station. Grange-over-Sands station offers southern access through Station Square. Check bicycle carriage and reservations on your chosen trains. Access to individual sections does not establish a rideable complete itinerary.
By car
Choose a specific settlement or prearranged overnight base for vehicle access. Newton Reigny and Newton Rigg are distinct northern ends, so plan your return to the car separately. Do not use private property approaches or narrow walking branches for vehicle support. Driving between permitted meeting points needs its own road plan.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. Before a multi-day trip, check where the car may stay for the full period and arrange the return. Visitor parking at an attraction does not establish permission for extended car storage. Leave farm gateways, narrow-road verges and walking entrances unobstructed.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
Loweswater Shore a western lakeside stop reached on a walking branch beside the water.
Kinniside Stone Circle modest standing stones beside the open fell road. The present arrangement was reconstructed in 1925; its ancient form is uncertain.
Grange-over-Sands Ornamental Gardens a pond with water birds and paths for an unhurried visit on foot.
Devil’s Bridge over the Lune a medieval crossing with three stone arches; local folklore attributes its construction to the devil.
Low Cross in Appleby a historic column at the lower end of Boroughgate beside the old town’s arcaded frontage.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 4962 м.
SurfaceAsphalt 31%, Dirt / grass 3%, Dirt 1%, Unknown 64%.
Риски Do not follow the wrong-way A590 carriageway section: replace it with a permitted connection before setting off, without crossing the central reservation. Western branches, the Loweswater approach and garden paths include sections where cycling is prohibited. Private approaches near Lowick need permission or another route. Narrow country roads bring motor traffic, blind bends and steep descents. In Grange-over-Sands, avoid the closed Bayley Lane level crossing; the council directs promenade access through the underpass from Main Street Car Park. The itinerary does not go onto the bay sands.

How much time to allow

Оцените свой темп
Расчётное время в пути 1 d 8 h
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
A multi-day plan for the complete journey has not been established. After revising restricted sections, choose overnight stops in accessible settlements and allow time to explore the lakeshore, gardens and bridge on foot. The standard Lakes & Dales schedule describes another option and is not a ready timetable for this journey. Include a separate return from Newton Rigg to your train or car.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Late spring, summer and early autumn offer longer daylight for a separately prepared trip. Unpaved walking branches can become slippery after rain, and open roads are exposed to wind. Winter brings possible ice and a smaller daylight reserve. Choose dates after checking permitted connections; fair weather does not remove road restrictions.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
For a revised cycling itinerary: a bicycle with sound brakes and suitable gearing
Helmet and visible clothing
Front and rear lights
Windproof and waterproof layers
Footwear for walking stops
Map of permitted roads and alternative exits
Phone and power bank
Water, food and repair kit
First-aid kit and accommodation confirmations

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

For the northern side, arrive at Penrith North Lakes and plan a separate connection to Newton Reigny. The finish near Newton Rigg also requires a return to the station. Grange-over-Sands station offers southern access through Station Square. Check bicycle carriage and reservations on your chosen trains. Access to individual sections does not establish a.

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 298.7 km, hard.

Discussion

Comments 0

Log in to read the discussion and leave comments.

Ask about the route or its surface, or share your experience.

Log in Sign up