Armathwaite, Ainstable and a bit more

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Overview

A lovely country walk through the Eden Valley, starting at Armathwaite, going through Coombs Wood before visiting the village of Ainstable as well as hamlets and farmsteads to the north. We will be walking on good paths, farm tracks and short stretches of quiet roads, with wonderful views in all directions.

Saturday, 27 September 2025

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:: 289.6m / 950ft
Type:: circular

The walk will be done at a moderate pace and there are no steep ascents or descents.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52675 29476
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Penrith Rugby Club carpark

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 50700 46045
Nearest postcode:: CA4 9PB
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Park on the roadside at Armathwaite Bridge

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