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Penrith Group - February fog!

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • 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

Overview

The walk starts up the Sticks Pass route then turns onto the rocky, bouldered path along the shoulder of the higher Crags to Swirls car Park. Crossing the A591, via the underpass, the route to Great How follows a woodland path adjacent to Thirlmere shore-line. After the path up Great How the woodland path leads to the Dam road, again alongside the shore-line. A circuit of road and field walking returns to the start. There is an option to do a supervised return ascent of Great How or take a waiting tea-break. The ascent would add an extra 0.65 miles distance and 300 feet height.

Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
289.6m / 950ft
Type:
circular

Dogs are welcome but must be under close control. In view of the mostly narrow, single file paths dogs must be on a lead.

Although graded as moderate it will be at a leisurely pace. 

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52700 29494
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:
9:15 am

Penrith Rugby Union Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 31750 18901
Nearest postcode:
CA12 4TH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Junction of B5322 with A591

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