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Grange over Sands Group

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

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 steady ascent onto Irton Fell, through the Miterdale Forest, from Eskdale. Along Whin Rigg and Illgill Head, returning via the Miterdale Valley. Good paths, with views of the Wasdale Screes and Wast Water from above.

Thursday, 10 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
14.2km / 8.8mi
Ascent:
698.3m / 2291ft
Type:
circular

To join this walk please contact the walk leader, Sue Ward, prior to 8pm on 9/7/25

Mob: 07898 157144

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 14700 01201
Nearest postcode:
CA19 1UF
what3words:
tone.ties.enlighten
Start time:
10:00 am

Start at 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