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Cockermouth and Watch Hill

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Overview

A mixed walk along roads, tracks, paths and pavement out of Cockermouth and ascending up to Watch Hill with views across the Lake District before descending and returning to the start along some pretty streets.

Tuesday, 18 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.6km / 9.1mi
Ascent:
317m / 1040ft
Type:
circular

Car Parks off Wakefield Road (next to Memorial Park)

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 11776 30888
Nearest postcode:
CA13 0HR
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Start time:
10:00 am

By footbridge over river

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE