Potter Tarn – Staveley Mill Weir loop from Strickland Roger

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Potter Tarn – Staveley Mill Weir loop from Strickland Roger

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Potter Tarn – Staveley Mill Weir loop from Strickland Roger

03:05

10.7km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Lake District National Park

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2.54 km

Ghyll Pool

Highlight • Natural

A small collection of water that runs from Potter Tarn and Gurnal Dubs, before making it's way down to the River Kent. The pond is brimming with fish and is home to a few ducks.

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2.99 km

Potter Tarn

Highlight • Lake

I’ve walked routes past here in all different weather over the years, it’s steep going up from the Bowston end but not too bad via the Longsleddale Road end. Going …

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4.03 km

Farmyard Path in Lake District National Park

Highlight • Natural

Make sure to close the gates as there may be lifestock about

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6.13 km

Staveley Mill Weir

Highlight • Structure

The weir on the River Kent at Barley Bridge in Staveley as quite a large drop for a weir. It is an impressive site and easy to miss unless you cross the bridge.

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6.81 km

St Margaret's Tower, Staveley

Highlight • Monument

In 1338 the lord of the manor of Staveley, Sir William Thweng, agreed to build a chapel in honour of St Margaret. St Margaret’s Church, of which only the tower now remains, was founded in 1388.

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6.98 km

More! The Artisan Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

A real gem, this bakery has been around for about a decade and, as well as being a wholesale supplier for the best places in the Lakes, it also has …

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9.03 km

Beckmickle Ing

Highlight • Forest

Managed by the Woodland Trust, Beckmickle Ing is a lovely woodland along the River Kent. It's easy to reach from nearby Staveley and can be linked to a number of …

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