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Penrith Group Sunshine and showers

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Overview

This walk starts in Great Langdale but quickly crosses to the gorgeous neighbouring valley of Little Langdale, where it picks up a little used path along the base of Lingmoor Fell.  Due to erosion and rocky descents on the path, an alternative route will be taken.  This descends to Little Langdale Tarn still taking in views of Wetherlam and Swirl How.  There is an option to visit the Catherderal caves.  Stoney Tracks and quiet lanes then lead east towards the woods surrounding Colwith Force and Skelwith Force, two impressive waterfalls.  The easy stroll back into Elterwater, with its excellent views of the Langdale Pikes, is the perfect way to end a perfect day.

Wednesday, 26 March 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

This walk is a moderate walk at a leisurely pace.  It includes steep ascents and descents but these will be taken at a slow pace.

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 32699 04701
Nearest postcode:
LA22 9HX
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Start time:
10:00 am

Please contact the leader if you want to join the walk at the start point.

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