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We are the Carlisle Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

A high level linear walk along the Helvellyn range with grandstand views. Catch the 555 Stagecoach bus at Legburthwaite to Dunmail Raise.  

Steep ascent via Raise Beck to Grisedale Tarn.  Zigzag path to Dollywaggon Pike, on to Nethermost Pike, High Crag, continue to Helvellyn (at 3,118 third highest mountain in England).  Continue over Lower Man, Whiteside and Raise to reach Sticks Pass.  

Here we leave the hills behind and descend finally via Stanah Gill to our cars.

Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
1005.8m / 3300ft
Type:
linear

Steep ascents and descents on this long mountain walk.  Poles recommended.  

Sufficient food and water must be carried for a full day out on the mountains.  

Although this is graded strenuous, we will walk at a moderate pace throughout with regular pauses to regroup and admire the views. Bus fare £3.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 31827 19509
Nearest postcode:
CA12 4TQ
what3words:
amazed.island.offshore
Meeting time:
8:30 am

Legburthwaite car park (payable £8.00). 08:30 to catch 08:43 Stagecoach service

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 32746 11736
Nearest postcode:
CA12 4TP
what3words:
dramatic.enclosing.goodnight
Start time:
9:00 am

09:00 at Dunmail Raise

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NY 31827 19509
Nearest postcode:
CA12 4TQ
what3words:
amazed.island.offshore
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm

Legburthwaite car park

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