Urswick Tarn – View of Gleaston Castle Ruins loop from Barrow-in-Furness

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Urswick Tarn – View of Gleaston Castle Ruins loop from Barrow-in-Furness

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Urswick Tarn – View of Gleaston Castle Ruins loop from Barrow-in-Furness

02:34

45.4km

330m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 38.0 km for 39 m

After 39.5 km for 55 m

After 43.1 km for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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362 m

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Beach at Low Tide

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Coast Road Beach

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View of Urswick and Urswick Tarn

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Urswick Tarn

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Mere Tarn

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View of Gleaston Castle Ruins

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Built in the 14th century for John Harrington, Gleaston Castle passed through the hands of various affluent families throughout its history. Eventually, the castle lay disused and fell into disrepair. …

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28.8 km