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Helvellyn From Swirls

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Overview

Good fell paths to Whiteside and Raise, returning via Sticks Pass. Steep rocky ascents and descents. This will be a challenging walk at a brisk pace in order to complete it in daylight.
Thursday, 6 November 2025
Start time:
9:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
1021.1m / 3350ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://kendalramblers.weebly.com/

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 31800 18901
Nearest postcode:
CA12 4TJ
what3words:
whirlpool.tougher.decreased
Start time:
9:15 am

Layby at junction of A591 and B5322 at Legburthwaite

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