Traditional county: Cumbria · Unitary authority: Westmorland and Furness · Region: North West
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| Place | Skelwith Bridge |
| Traditional County | Cumbria |
| Unitary Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Region | North West |
| Country | England, United Kingdom |
| Latitude | 54.422702 |
| Longitude | -3.011502 |
| Place Type | Hamlet |
Skelwith Bridge is a small hamlet nestled within the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, North West England, located approximately halfway between the larger towns of Ambleside to the east and Coniston to the southwest. It takes its name from the bridge that spans the River Brathay, a short distance upstream from the notable Skelwith Force waterfall. Positioned at a crossroads for various walking routes and scenic attractions, the hamlet serves as a popular stopping point for visitors exploring the surrounding fells and valleys. Local amenities, including a cafe and a hotel, cater to the many tourists drawn to this picturesque part of the national park.
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Skelwith Bridge is a hamlet in Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, located in the North West region. It is situated at 54.422702°N, -3.011502°W.
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| Page built | May 2026 |
| Location data | OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024. Ordnance Survey. Open Government Licence v3.0. |
| County data | Traditional county boundaries. Modern unitary authority: OS Open Names / ONS Geography. |
| Coordinates | WGS84 decimal degrees derived from OS National Grid (OSGB36) |
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