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Grasmere Circular

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Kendal Group

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Overview

A pleasant walk to Grasmere Lake, Rydal Water and Loughrigg Tarn. Mainly good paths, fairly steep tarmac climb out of Ambleside past Loughrigg Brow.
Thursday, 2 April 2026
Start time:
9:20 am
Estimated finish time:
4:20 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://kendalramblers.weebly.com/

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 33900 07201
Nearest postcode:
LA22 9SL
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Start time:
9:20 am

Grasmere main car park (Stock Lane) Some free car parking spaces may be available on lay-by on A591, op. footpath into Grasmere village and car park

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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 £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE