Greenodd and Backbarrow (rescheduled from last year)

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Overview

At the third attempt, this scenic walk takes from the village of Greenodd, following the River Leven to the village of Backbarrow and the start of the Lakeside Railway, and lunch. From there we ascend towards the village of Bouth, before returning towards Penny Bridge and Greenodd.

Meet outside Crakeside Fish & Chips - Greenodd. LA12 7RT

If a non-Ramblers member joining the walk, please book a place via our meet-up page. (Ramblers members just turn up, but please remember to bring your membership card, or have your card on the Ramblers App.

Sunday, 25 January 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: 300m / 984ft
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 31428 82666
Nearest postcode:: LA12 7RT
what3words:: saints.stumpy.tonality

Start time:: 10:30 am

Meet outside Crakeside Fish and Chips, Greenodd

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