Miles Without Stiles 37: Keswick Railway Path
Details
Route type: For all / for some. A stunning walk through the River Greta gorge - OS Explorer Map OL4
Distance: 10 km or 6.2 miles maximum to Threlkeld and back although the route can be shortened at any point. 1.5 km or 0.9 miles section for all between Low Briery and Brundholme Road
Start point: Keswick Leisure Pool car park - grid ref. NY 269239
Turning point: Threlkeld road junction with A66 - grid ref. NY 314248 There is a steep slope to the road
Facilities: Car parking, accessible toilets and refreshments are all available at the start and pubs in Threlkeld
Getting there: Bus: services to Keswick from all over Cumbria. The nearest bus stop is at County Corner. Buses run regularly between Keswick and Threlkeld. Car: follow the signs for the Leisure Pool from Keswick town centre
Conditions update
Some routes have suffered water damage after the floods of November 2009, with sections washed away or affected by flood debris. We are checking all routes. In the meantime be prepared that present surface conditions may not be as good as originally described. Please report any damage you encounter to David Robinson at david.robinson@lakedistrict.gov.uk or 01768 871409.
Route
Following the old Keswick to Penrith Railway line, the path weaves its way over the River Greta on original metal railway bridges.
From the car park, the former railway station is on the right. After 1 km pass under the A66 road bridge and reach the spectacular boardwalk high above the river. Low Briery Holiday Village - soon after the boardwalk - can be used as a wheelchair pick-up or drop-off point. There is no long-stay parking. The path leads to a shelter and seats, with information panels. There is another wheelchair access point to Brundholme Road and a small car parking area. The route can be shortened here.
Beyond this, a gated railway bridge takes you on the final push to Threlkeld. Continue to the village for 0.75 km and well-earned refreshments at the Horse and Farrier or Salutation pubs.
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