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We are the Penrith Ramblers. We open the way for everyone to enjoy the pleasures of walking in our wonderful area.

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Overview

Starting from Glenridding, we will head over to Lanty's Tarn and make our way over to the path up Grisedale Brow with wonderful views up Grisedale Valley. On a path that gradually get steeper, we reach the Hole-in-the-Wall junction. From here we head down to Red Tarn and start heading up towards Swirral Edge but switch back and walk to our highest point of the day. Our descent off Catstye Cam will be via it's east ridge (which has some scree) until we meet the main path alongside Red Tarn. We follow this path all the way back to Glenridding via Rattlebeck Bridge. The paths are good throughout and the walk will be taken at a moderate pace.Β  NB: if the weather is poor, we will decide on the day whether to ascend Catstye Cam.

Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Meeting time:
8:45 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.8km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
887m / 2910ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52640 29551
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:
8:45 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 38649 16981
Nearest postcode:
CA11 0PD
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whiplash.goats.moped
Start time:
9:30 am

Large lay-by just before the LDNPA Car Park in Glenridding opposite The Inn On The Lake Hotel

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