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Bewcastle Church and Cross – Pelosi's Corner Café, Langholm loop from Brampton

Bewcastle Church and Cross – Pelosi's Corner Café, Langholm loop from Brampton

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Bewcastle Church and Cross – Pelosi's Corner Café, Langholm loop from Brampton

07:16

126km

1,810m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 67 m for 22 m

After 126 km for 22 m

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13.5 km

Askerton Castle

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Askerton Castle is a rare example of a fortified medieval manor house, situated in remote north Cumbria, about three miles north of Hadrian's Wall. The original building was constructed around 1290 as an unfortified hall, but in the late 15th century, two battlemented towers—the Dacre Tower and the Dovecot Tower—were added by Thomas, Lord Dacre, as part of a border defense against the notorious Border Reivers.
In the 16th century, the complex was expanded with a stable block and additional wings for troop accommodation. A third tower on the northwest corner is believed to have been lost, possibly to fire, but traces of its stonework and staircases are still visible in the walls. The structure contains impressive oak beams, dated between 1494 and 1510, and shows clear stages of architectural evolution—from a simple hall to a military stronghold.
Although the castle is not open to the public, it is now part of the Askerton Castle Estate, an organic farm that produces beef, lamb, pork, and poultry. The building is a Grade I listed building, indicating its exceptional historical value.

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19.3 km

View of Bewcastle Castle

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View to Bewcastle Castle

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20.0 km

Bewcastle Church and Cross

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St Cuthbert Bewcastle Church stands on the foundations of a Roman fort and has roots dating back to the 13th century. Although the current building largely dates from the 18th and 19th centuries, parts of the east chancel are still medieval. The church exudes simplicity and tranquility, with a rectangular plan and a wooden gallery on the west side. Within the church, traces of the Border Reivers' turbulent history can be found, including gravestones bearing names like Armstrong and Routledge.

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35.9 km

England–Scotland Border

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56.8 km

River Esk at Canonbie

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Bridge across the River Esk that flows south into England and out into the Solway Firth. Also part of the Canonbie Heritage trail.

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59.4 km

Auchenrivock Bank

Forest

64.5 km

Pelosi's Corner Café, Langholm

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Langholm, known locally as 'Muckle Toon', is a pretty border town that sits on the River Esk. Loads of cafes and pubs to refuel. As the town sits in a valley, between 4 hills, you might want to think about refuelling, as you're likely going to be climbing out!

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65.8 km