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North West England

Duddon Iron Furnace

North West England

Duddon Iron Furnace

Highlight • Historical Site

Duddon Iron Furnace

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Lake District National Park

Location: Millom Without, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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January 18, 2021

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One of the most impressive examples of a charcoal fired blast furnace in Britain, the Duddon Iron Furnace hints at the regions former industrial glory. Established in 1736, the pig iron that was cast here was sent as far afield as Bristol for use in the ship building industry. It closed in 1866 and became derelict. Today it is in the care of the Lake District National Park authority.

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#1.

Duddon Iron Furnace – Swinside Stone Circle loop from Broughton in Furness

12.0km

03:33

340m

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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#2.

Duddon Bridge – Duddon Iron Furnace loop from Broughton in Furness

13.8km

03:56

290m

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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#3.

Knott Hill – Swinside Stone Circle loop from Broughton in Furness

15.5km

04:34

440m

440m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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Elevation 20 m

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Location: Millom Without, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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