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Hawkshead to Brathay

Hawkshead to Brathay

Type:Cycle Route

Hawkshead, Cumbria

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This route explores the area north of Hawkshead, using quiet lanes and a cycle path beside the Hawkshead to Ambleside road.

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  • Description of route - Hawkshead-High Wray-WrayCastle-Brathay-Outgate-Hawkshead
  • Length of route (miles) - 10
  • Typical duration of route - 1.5-3 hours

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