Leighton Moss Nature Reserve – Arnside Viaduct loop from Kirkby Lonsdale

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Leighton Moss Nature Reserve – Arnside Viaduct loop from Kirkby Lonsdale

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Leighton Moss Nature Reserve – Arnside Viaduct loop from Kirkby Lonsdale

02:58

46.4km

550m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 24.6 km for 93 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.9 km

Nineteen Acre Lane

Highlight • Viewpoint

Always love climbing this very short steep stabby climb from the A6 as the views to Yealand beyond are always rewarding

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15.6 km

Leighton Moss Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The stunning Leighton Moss Reservoir was created in 1964 to provide saltmarsh habitats for rare and beautiful wildlife. You will find bitterns, red deer and Greylag geese hiding amongst the …

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16.4 km

Myer's Allotments

Nature Reserve

21.4 km

View of Silverdale Coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

On this bend at Far Arnside is a striking view of the Silverdale coast within the Morcombe Bay area. At low tide you'll be treated to a vista showcasing a large expanse of golden sand.

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22.6 km

Arnside Knott Trails

Highlight • Forest

24.7 km

View of Arnside Viaduct and the Estuary

Highlight • Beach

Located on the edge of the estuary where the River Kent flows into Morecambe Bay, Arnside is a lovely town with a beautiful shoreline. It's a great place to tuck …

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24.9 km

Arnside Railway Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

From the Promenade in Arnside, stop to admire the Arnside Viaduct, a 51-span marvel, carrying the Carnforth and Whitehaven Line over the estuary of the River Kent. It's 477 metre …

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25.0 km

Arnside Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Arnside Viaduct is a 51-span structure carrying the Carnforth and Whitehaven Line over the estuary of the River Kent, immediately to the west of Arnside Station. The viaduct is located …

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