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Holme Head Weir – Carlisle Cathedral loop from Dalston

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North West England

Holme Head Weir – Carlisle Cathedral loop from Dalston

Moderate

4.5

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Holme Head Weir – Carlisle Cathedral loop from Dalston

04:24

17.2km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 6, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

1

5.42 km

River Caldew

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2

6.34 km

Pastures Near Carlisle

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3

6.37 km

Holme Head Weir

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A nice spot to enjoy the waterfall. Cascades from one edge to the other in a gentle curve. Ferly shallow and slow (when not high) for dogs to have a swim. Large pebbles so appropriate footwear recommended

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4

6.52 km

Waterfall on the River Caldew

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5

8.35 km

First roadside pillar box on mainland Britain (replica)

Highlight • Monument

In front of the old town hall, this postbox serves as a reminder that the first postbox in the United Kingdom was installed in the city of Carlisle in 1853.

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6

8.36 km

Carlisle Market Cross

Highlight • Monument

Reflect on the vibrant heart of Carlisle and discover the Carlisle Market Cross, a historic jewel in the square off Scotch Street. This imposing sandstone column, erected in 1682, marks …

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7

8.80 km

Carlisle Cathedral

Highlight • Historical Site

Carlisle Cathedral was founded as an Augustinian priory in 1122 and became a cathedral in 1133. Whilst Carlisle is the second smallest of England's ancient cathedrals, it is not short …

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8

14.7 km

River Caldew

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17.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

2.53 km

1.40 km

844 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

2.75 km

1.52 km

351 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 7 November

11°C

7°C

41 %

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