Little Strickland is a village situated in the tranquil Eden Valley of Cumbria, England, offering a landscape characterized by fells, valleys, and agricultural lands. Its location provides convenient access to the diverse terrain of the nearby Lake District National Park. The area is suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more, with paths winding through open countryside and alongside water bodies.
Little Strickland provides opportunities for outdoor activities…
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59
riders
41.8km
04:02
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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40.2km
03:49
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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14.2km
01:16
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.7km
03:27
890m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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93
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.80km
01:19
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.67km
02:22
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
02:57
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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41
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28.5km
02:22
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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41
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40.2km
02:58
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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17.3km
01:25
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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70.3km
04:43
1,090m
1,090m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
riders
32.8km
01:47
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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39.0km
01:46
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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52.4km
02:32
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
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47.8km
02:17
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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16
riders
38.3km
02:27
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.0km
02:27
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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17.8km
01:08
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
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37.2km
02:22
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
5.35km
00:34
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.29km
00:56
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.22km
00:26
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.9km
01:15
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Little Strickland offers opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region provides a blend of tranquil countryside and access to the Lake District National Park. More than 25,000 visitors have explored routes in this area.
Popular hiking trails near Little Strickland include the Lowther Castle Loop, a moderate 5.2-mile (8.4 km) trail, and the Chippy Chippy – Fairy Crag Loop, a 5.5-mile (8.8 km) path near Shap. Another option is the Old Church – Knipescar Common Loop, also 5.5 miles (8.8 km) near Bampton. For more options, explore Hiking around Little Strickland.
The region around Little Strickland offers lower-lying paths suitable for less strenuous walks, winding through agricultural lands. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, options for easy hikes are available. Refer to the Easy hikes around Little Strickland guide for suitable trails.
Yes, Little Strickland caters to various cycling preferences, including road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The Eden Valley's quiet country roads are suitable for leisurely rides, while nearby Lake District National Park offers more challenging mountain biking terrain. Guides like Cycling around Little Strickland provide further information.
While specific mountain biking trails directly within Little Strickland are not detailed, its location near the Lake District National Park provides access to extensive mountain biking opportunities. Areas like Whinlatter Forest and Grizedale offer graded trails for various skill levels. Consult the MTB Trails around Little Strickland guide for nearby options.
Little Strickland is situated in the Eden Valley, known for its tranquil countryside, green fields, and the River Eden. It is also close to the Lake District National Park, featuring fells like Loadpot Hill (2,205 feet/672 m), Steel Knotts, and Selside Pike. Lakes such as Ullswater and Haweswater are also within reach.
Little Strickland serves as a convenient base for exploring the Lake District National Park. It offers a peaceful rural setting away from more crowded areas while providing easy access for daily excursions to popular attractions and challenging outdoor activities within the park.
Komoot offers several guides for Little Strickland, including Hiking around Little Strickland, Easy hikes around Little Strickland, and MTB Trails around Little Strickland. Guides for road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and running trails are also available.
Little Strickland is a recognized outdoor destination on komoot, with more than 25,000 visitors having explored routes in the area. The available routes have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience.
The Eden Valley around Little Strickland offers quiet country roads ideal for road and touring cycling. Routes like the 'Lowther Castle – The Strickland Arms loop' provide moderate rides on mostly paved surfaces. The National Cycle Route 71 also passes nearby, indicating good infrastructure for road cyclists. Find more details in Road Cycling Routes around Little Strickland.
From Little Strickland, hikers can access fells within the broader Lake District National Park. Notable fells include Loadpot Hill (2,205 feet/672 m), known for its broad plateau, and Steel Knotts (Pikeawassa), which offers views of Ullswater. Selside Pike, at 2,149 feet (655 m), provides views down to Haweswater.
Yes, the region around Little Strickland features several circular walks. Examples include the Lowther Castle Loop and the Old Church – Knipescar Common Loop, both designed as circular routes. These loops allow for exploration of the local landscape and points of interest.

