Scenic drive
Kirkstone Pass
Troutbeck, North West England
The highest road pass in the Lakes, with a famous pub at the top.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
The A592 climbs from Windermere to Ullswater over the Kirkstone Pass, with the Struggle section on the Ambleside side. The pub at the summit is among England's highest. On the way down you get long views to Brothers Water.
Good to know
- Check for winter closures
- Drive it Windermere to Ullswater for the best descent view
- Best time
- Clear day
- Getting there
- Sealed A road, steep sections, can close in snow
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs welcome
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