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Barrow from Braithwaite

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Overview

Barrow is a relatively small Fell but its position affords superb views over Newlands Valley, Derwent Water, Blencathra and Bassenthwaite Lake. A good track leads up to Braithwaite Lodge, then open fell to the top of Barrow. Descent is on good tracks, paths, quiet road and across fields.

Wednesday, 30 October 2024
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
360m / 1181ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52715 29523
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8RQ
what3words:
dormant.enough.clan
Meeting time:
9:15 am

Penrith Rugby Union Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 22920 23599
Nearest postcode:
CA12 5TL
what3words:
whiplash.gave.adapt
Start time:
10:00 am

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