View of Ullswater – View over Ullswater loop from Lowther Castle Park and Gardens

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View of Ullswater – View over Ullswater loop from Lowther Castle Park and Gardens

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View of Ullswater – View over Ullswater loop from Lowther Castle Park and Gardens

03:52

39.9km

990m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 23.3 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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