Shap Memorial to Lowther (Miller’s Way 2nd leg)

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Overview

A walk that takes us through a Blue Granite Quarry, past an ancient chapel, an Abbey and close to a castle.

Tuesday, 16 July 2024

Meeting time:: 10:00 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:: 271.9m / 892ft
Type:: linear

Whilst the walk is quite long at under 13 miles, the total ascent is under 900ft and will not be at a quick place so should be within the capabilities of regular walkers. Check with walk leader if you require further information.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 51299 23762
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2PL
what3words:: vegetable.coast.fewest

Meeting time:: 10:00 am

Askham Pool Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 55379 06176
Nearest postcode:: LA8 9LG
what3words:: director.awakening.perfumed

Start time:: 10:00 am

Shap Memorial Layby on A6 south of Shap.

Finishing point

Grid reference:: NY 51299 23762
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2PL
what3words:: vegetable.coast.fewest

Estimated finish time:: 4:30 pm

Askham Pool Car Park

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