Cycling Festival Special! Brockhole to Hawkshead Loop
Sunday 27th October 2013 12:30pm
Starting from - Brockhole Visitor Centre, LA23 1LJ
- 13 miles
- Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road
- 2 hr 30 mins
- Steady
- The Lake District
- Children aged 8-15*, Children aged 11-15*, Adults 16+ only, Children aged 5-15*
Led by experienced ride leaders, these rides are a great way to explore new places and to meet new people who enjoy cycling. They are suitable for all levels of experience, so whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, you can find a ride that is right for you.
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Starting point
Brockhole Visitor Centre
Half way between Windermere and Ambleside on the A591, Windermere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LJ
Brockhole Visitor Centre
Enjoy a sail across Lake Windermere on the unique Bike Boat as part of this ride. Starting from Brockhole Visitor Centre head across Windermere to access the peaceful western shore and follow a traffic-free trail to Wray Castle www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wray-castle/
From there quiet lanes take you to the historic village of Hawkshead and onward to Near Sawrey, the location of Beatrix Potter's home, Hill Top Farm. After an opportunity for refreshments, the route then descends to the shores of Windermere for a ride back along the new cycle path and the return boat trip.
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