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Overview

A leisurely walk on minor roads and tracks from village of Askam beside the Lowther river up to Castle and returning via the river . A gentle walk on good terrain with obviously no stiles.

Wednesday, 31 December 2025
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
91.4m / 300ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No Stiles
  • Family-Friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52313 29387
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8JY
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Meeting time:
10:00 am

penrith rugby club

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 51599 23901
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2PD
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Start time:
10:30 am

Public Car park signed opposite the Punch Bowl pub

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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