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Rutter Force from Appleby

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Overview

After leaving Appleby the walk follows the River Eden southward before going under the Settle to Carlisle railway at Great Ormside. From Great Ormside it continues south to cross the railway again and heads towards Brow Farm.

It then continues south to Catherine House and the waterfall at Rutter Force. From there it follows Hoff Beck as far as Brindley Bridge before the final mile to Appleby.

Tuesday, 4 June 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 68223 20346
Nearest postcode:
CA16 6XA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Broad Close Car Park (entrance in Chapel Street).

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