Akay Wood and the River Rawthey
Moderate2.3 milesCircular
A short woodland and riverside circuit past the Pepperpot and the ancient Akay Oak, with Bruce Loch nature reserve and a salmon-leap weir by Millthrop Bridge.
2.3 miDistance
Not statedAscent
60 to 90 minutesTime
ModerateGrade
Highlights
- The Pepperpot and Akay Wood, home to an oak the town says is nearly 700 years old
- Bruce Loch nature reserve and seasonal woodland flowers
- Millthrop weir, where salmon may leap in late autumn
Before you go
- Some uphill sections and muddy grass; not suitable for prams, buggies or wheelchairs.
- The bank above the river is steep: take care with small children.
- Sheep may be in the fields and cattle or sheep on the riverbank.
Getting there
Start: Sedbergh Information Centre, 72 Main Street
Starts and finishes at Sedbergh Information Centre on Main Street; no transport needed.
Route map and GPX
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Details are compiled from published guides and are approximate. This route has not yet been walked and verified by us.