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Overview

Departing roadside parking at Scales on A66 NY33873 26705 at 09:00. 

Walk will be led by Roger L.

Halls Fell, Blencathra, Scales Tarn, Sharp Edge, Bowscale Fell, Bannerdale Crags.

Wednesday, 14 August 2024
Start time:
8:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Technical
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
990.6m / 3250ft
Type:
circular

Scrambling required on Halls Fell and Sharp Edge although a detour is available for both edges if required. The edges will not be done if the rock is wet.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 52700 29485
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8RQ
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motel.marathon.hiked
Start time:
8:30 am

Departing Penrith Rugby Club at 08:30

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