River Brathay – Slater's Bridge loop from Skelwith

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River Brathay – Slater's Bridge loop from Skelwith

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River Brathay – Slater's Bridge loop from Skelwith

01:07

9.81km

200m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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38 m

25% Ascent in Lake District National Park

Highlight • Climb

448 m

River Brathay

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Brathay is a river in North West England. The name comes from the Old Norse and means broad river. The river rises at an elevation of 393 metres above …

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2.25 km

Colwith Bridge

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This little road bridge lies just to the east of the popular Colwith Force, a 55-foot (17m) waterfall on the River Brathay. The river was the boundary between historic counties …

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2.83 km

View of Coniston Fells

Highlight • Natural Monument

From here you are afforded breathtaking views of the Coniston Fells. This mountain range features several notable peaks including Coniston Old Man, Wetherlam, and Dow Crag.

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4.55 km

Slater's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A picturesque very old bridge over the river Brathay. This is one of the old footbridges of the Lake District, connecting the hamlet of Little Langdale with the many slate …

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5.56 km

Homemade Cake Stall

Highlight • Cafe

Cake and hot drinks honesty stall

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7.21 km

The Britannia Inn

Highlight • Pub

Very pleasant inn with spacious terrace. Opening hours: every day from 11:00 to 23:00.

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8.64 km

Elter Water

Highlight • Lake

Elter Water is a beautiful little lake surrounded by some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery. To the northwest is a classic view of the Langdale Pikes, an iconic …

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9.81 km

End point

Bus stop

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