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Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

Hard

5.0

(4)

137

riders

Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

04:03

71.4km

1,170m

Road cycling

Embark on the Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop, a difficult road cycling adventure spanning 44.4 miles (71.4 km) with a significant elevation gain of 3827 feet (1166 metres). This challenging route, typically completed in 4 hours and 2 minutes, plunges you into the heart of the Lake District's demanding…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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9.25 km

Wrynose Pass Climb from Fell Foot Farm

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

Incredibly steep (almost all over 20%) but so rewarding when you get to the top. The average grade is 11% for this 1.6 mile (2.5 km) climb. On the more …

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13.1 km

View of Cockley Beck from Wrynose Summit

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One of the nicest descents around, the road is laid out ahead of you and feels relatively safe as you coast down to the Duddon Valley. Be careful in the …

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53.9 km

Coniston Water

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Coniston is the 5th largest lake and it's 5 miles (8 km) in length. Riding up the eastern shore is great because the road is so quiet – especially compared …

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56.0 km

Brantwood Pier

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Pier onto the lake. Wonderful views, perfect to jump in for a swim!

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67.2 km

The Drunken Duck Inn

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Nice pub serving restaurant style food, drinks and snacks.
There are also reasonably priced rooms.
Food served 13:00 - 14:30 and 18:00 - 20:00 it's worth reserving a table, call 015394 36347

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71.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

65.6 km

3.64 km

1.59 km

690 m

Surfaces

40.1 km

31.3 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (390 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

12°C

4°C

40 %

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Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

Wrynose Pass Climb from Fell Foot Farm

View of Cockley Beck from Wrynose Summit

Coniston Water

Brantwood Pier

The Drunken Duck Inn

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