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The Howk Limestone Gorge
easyOff-lead sections

The Howk Limestone Gorge

Caldbeck, Cumbria ·

Quick answer

The Howk gorge at Caldbeck in Cumbria is an easy dog-friendly woodland walk through a limestone gorge with a waterfall and mill ruins.

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Distance

1.5 miles

Easy

Difficulty

🐾

Off-lead

Yes

🚧

Stiles

None

🅿️

Parking

Available

About this walk

A short, atmospheric walk from Caldbeck village into a hidden limestone gorge with a tumbling beck, ruined bobbin mill and shady woodland pools. A firm favourite of the northern Lakes and a lovely first-time walk with a dog thanks to its brevity and shade.

Terrain

🌳WoodlandGorge pathStream side

🅿️ Parking

Free village car park by Caldbeck village green.

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