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Penrith Group summer exploring

We are the Penrith Ramblers. We open the way for everyone to enjoy the pleasures of walking in our wonderful area.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

This route begins by climbing alongside the spectacular Angletarn Beck, to reach Angle Tarnnestled among the Far Eastern Fells. The route follows a  line over a series of notable crags. First comes Fall Crag, followed by the rugged outcrop of Cat Crag. The route then continues to Brock Crags, which offers panoramic views .

Then on over the undulating terrain of Satura Crag before rising steadily towards the open expanse of Racecourse Hill. From here, the route leads to the summit of Thornthwaite Crag, distinguished by its prominent beacon 

The descent begins by following a well-defined gill  into the quiet, often overlooked Hayeswater valley. This final section  follows the course of the beck, gradually descending alongside the outflow stream toward the valley floor.

Wednesday, 29 October 2025
Meeting time:
8:15 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
914.4m / 3000ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52734 29637
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:
8:15 am

Rugby Club

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 40949 13040
Nearest postcode:
CA11 0NY
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Start time:
9:00 am

Hartsop 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