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Penrith Group Sunshine and showers

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Overview

The walk starts in Rosthwaite and follows a rocky track uphill to Watendlath, where coffee can be enjoyed by the Tarn.  The walk continues by the Watendlath Beck, descending on a rugged path by a gorge, to the road and then to the bottom of Derwentwater.  The return follows the River Derwent, including undulating rocky paths.

Wednesday, 9 April 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
457.2m / 1500ft
Type:
circular

This walk is moderate but will be done at a leisurely pace.  It is harder than many walks undertaken by the leisurely group as most of the route is on rocky tracks and includes some steep ascents and descents.  It is therefore proposed to have a tea/refreshment (ice cream) break in Grange, on the way back.  Hence finishing the walk later than usual.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52700 29501
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 25865 14858
Nearest postcode:
CA12 5XL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Rosthwaite

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking