Grasmere To Rydal Below Silver Howe

Kendal Group

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Overview

Mainly footpaths and a bit of road. Short steep descent. Lovely views. Possible tea stop at Rydal before returning to Kendal. Leisurely paced walk.

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Meeting time:: 9:25 am
Start time:: 10:40 am
Estimated finish time:: 10:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: 192m / 630ft
Type:: circular

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Features

Accessible by public transport

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SD 51626 92909
Nearest postcode:: LA9 4BT
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Meeting time:: 9:25 am

Kendal Bus Station to catch the 9.31am bus to Grasmere ( Bus 555 )

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 33600 07501
Nearest postcode:: LA22 9SU
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Start time:: 10:40 am

Catching the 555 bus at 9.31am to start walking from outside Heaton Cooper shop in Grasmere at approximately 10.40am

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