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Fairfield Horseshoe (₳ grade walk)

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Overview

Departing Ambleside Cricket parking NY36902 05479 at 09:00

Walk will be led by David K and Jane H.

A classic loop of the Fairfield massif taking in Nab Scar, Heron Pike, Great Rigg, Fairfield, Hart Crag, Dove Crag, High Pike and Low Pike

Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Meeting time:
8:05 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
1050m / 3445ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52695 29484
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:
8:05 am

Departing Penrith Rugby Club at 08:05

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 36968 05496
Nearest postcode:
LA22 9PL
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Start time:
9:00 am

Departing Ambleside Cricket Club at 09:00

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