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Greystoke Village Cross – Watermillock Climb loop from Watermillock

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North West England

Greystoke Village Cross – Watermillock Climb loop from Watermillock

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7

riders

Greystoke Village Cross – Watermillock Climb loop from Watermillock

02:35

37.7km

620m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.08 km

View of Ullswater

Highlight • Viewpoint

This section of the road offers fabulous views of Ullswater.

Ullswater is the second largest lake in England and stretches approximately 7.5 miles (12 km) in length.

The lake's shape is often compared to the letter "Z."

Tip by

2

10.0 km

Greystoke Village Cross

Highlight • Historical Site

Greystoke is a village in Cumbria on the edge of the Lake District. There has been a church here since 1255 and the cross in the village square dates back to the early 1600's.

Tip by

11.6 km

Roadside Wood

Forest

4

23.6 km

Blencathra Mini Circuit

Highlight • Viewpoint

steep hills and beautiful views

Tip by

5

25.1 km

Eycott Hill Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

6

28.3 km

Basecamp North Lakes Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Excellent cafe easily accessed across the A66 from the north. Worth the minor detour for good coffee, food and cakes. The pies are awesome if you’re hungry!

Tip by

7

35.1 km

Watermillock Climb

Highlight • Climb

Over 20% from either side - the descent heading North is sublime. A really tough road.

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B

37.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.0 km

1.87 km

445 m

404 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.7 km

17.0 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Friday 23 October

13°C

4°C

98 %

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