Gelt Woods and Greenwell circular led by Sue Greenwood

Penrith Group

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Overview

An interesting walk through beautiful woods following the river Gelt to Middle Gelt. We then take a scenic path to the delightful hamlet of Greenwell and returning via Gelt Mill to join a route on good paths back to Low Gelt.

Saturday, 18 May 2024

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: 182.9m / 600ft
Type:: circular

Could be slightly muddy in places. The walk will be at a leisurely to moderate pace.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52709 29498
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Penrith Rugby Club carpark

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 51832 59245
Nearest postcode:: CA8 1SZ
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Start time:: 10:15 am

Car park at Low Gelt Bridge. Contact leader for exact details.

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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 quarterly 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

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