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Overview

This walk explores the rolling countryside to the north and east of Heads Nook, passing through Fenton, How, Hayton and Faugh as it makes its way along woodland tracks, farm paths and quiet lanes and roads.  With little elevation, the ever changing views can be impressive on a clear day, taking in the Solway plain, the North Pennines and the Lakeland Fells.

Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.2km / 7.6mi
Ascent:
164.6m / 540ft
Type:
circular

Much of the route is on gravel and tarmac surfaces but even the field and woodland paths were not muddy on the recce.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52700 29501
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:
9:15 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 49500 55001
Nearest postcode:
CA8 9AD
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awoken.cookbooks.bookshelf
Start time:
10:00 am

Heads Nook Institute (roadside parking)

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