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Map showing the 120-mile Westmorland and Furness Way from Alston to Furness Abbey through Kirkby Stephen, Sedbergh, Bowness-on-Windermere and Ulverston

News12 Aug 2026

Westmorland and Furness Way: New 120-Mile Cumbria Walking Route Launches in September

Plan the new 120-mile Westmorland and Furness Way from Alston to Furness Abbey, including all six stages, distances, transport, Walker's Passport and the September 2026 launch.

People using the accessible Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail through the River Greta gorge

News6 Aug 2026

Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail to Close for Eight Weeks

A bridge near the Keswick end of the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail will close from 7 September 2026, stopping through access for around eight weeks.

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