Acorn Banks and Newbiggin

Penrith Group - January journeys

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Overview

An easy walk on quiet roads, woodland tracks across farmland following the river bank. Can be muddy in places after rain. Hopefully the snowdrops have not gone over. The walk takes the public footpath through Acorn banks.

Wednesday, 11 February 2026

Meeting time:: 10:15 am
Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:00 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 5.6km / 3.5mi
Ascent:: 30.5m / 100ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available
No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52700 29502
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:: 10:15 am

Penrith Rugby Club

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 61562 28318
Nearest postcode:: CA10 1SP
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Acorn Banks, please bring National Trust cards if you are a member. If the gates are closed at the entrance to Acorn Banks we will park in Newbiggin

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