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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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Overview

We take the route from Mardale Head that climbs to Kidsty Pike, then we are on the High Street Roman Road which takes us to High Raise, Raven Crag and Wether Hill. Decending Bampton Common we cross open moorland and pass The Forces Waterfalls, that take us back to Haweswater Reservoir. From here we follow the edge of Haweswater Reservoir to Whelter Knotts, before descending back to Mardale Head. 

Wednesday, 27 August 2025
Meeting time:
8:15 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
21km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
925m / 3035ft
Type:
circular

Be prepred for some scrambling up the rocky channels of Kidsty Howes on the way up to Kidsty Pike. We will take this accent slowly, stopping frequently, to take in the views across Haweswater.

There are areas of the walk with boggy sections. 

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52712 29499
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:
8:15 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 46947 10743
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2QT
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Start time:
9:00 am

Mardale Head Car Park £2 donation

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