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Penrith Group Sunshine and showers

We are the Penrith Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

The route closely follows the course of the river Eamont, crossing it twice. It starts with a series of signed pedestrian crossings from the railway station to the edge of the town, then follows a series of signed footpaths, bridleways and ‘permitted paths’ to exit at ‘The Sun Inn’ in Pooley Bridge. 

Wednesday, 12 July 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
106.7m / 350ft
Type:
linear

The walk starts at Penrith Railway Station.  There is no additional meeting point but those who wish to, can park in Penrith Rugby Club Car Park and walk to the station, there are alternative places to park for those who do not live in town.

The return from Pooley Bridge will be on the 14.46 bus from Pooley Bridge, arriving at Penrith Bus Station at 15.04.

There is a second leader, Janet Upton 01768480191

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 51193 29906
Nearest postcode:
CA11 7JQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Penrith Railway Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NY 46793 24272
Nearest postcode:
CA11 0LL
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Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm

Pooley Bridge

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking