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River Eden at Force Mill Weir – Lacy's Caves loop from Kirkoswald

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North West England

River Eden at Force Mill Weir – Lacy's Caves loop from Kirkoswald

Moderate

10

hikers

River Eden at Force Mill Weir – Lacy's Caves loop from Kirkoswald

02:13

8.65km

40m

Hiking

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

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Camping Site

3.56 km

Tib Wood

Forest

2

4.30 km

River Eden at Force Mill Weir

Highlight • Natural Monument

The River Eden path passes opposite Force Mill and the old weir. The mill and mill buildings are now pretty holiday cottages.

Upstream, a short distance, is the railway viaduct.

Tip by

3

4.73 km

Lacy's Caves

Highlight • Structure

18th-century caves commissioned by Lieutenant-Colonel Samuel Lacy were once used for entertaining guests. They're now a fantastic stop and interesting point of interest along the River Eden.

Tip by

4

7.97 km

Eden Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Best viewed from picnic area beside the river nearby.

Tip by

B

8.65 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.81 km

1.54 km

1.04 km

267 m

Surfaces

4.33 km

2.46 km

1.54 km

285 m

< 100 m

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Monday 19 October

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7°C

73 %

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