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Overview

A wonderful walk up to Scout Scar from Sizergh near Kendal. Good views of Morecambe Bay and the Lakeland Fells. Walking along the River Kent past an old explosives factory.

Saturday, 10 January 2026
Start time:
8:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
304.8m / 1000ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://lancasterramblers.org.uk/

Bring your National Trust card if you have one. 

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car sharing available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 48066 62294
Nearest postcode:
LA1 1BS
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Start time:
8:30 am

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