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North and Mid Cheshire Area

North and Mid Cheshire Ramblers organises walks using car, coach and public transport. We walk locally and also in North Wales, Peak District and Lakes

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Overview

Howgill Fells - Cautley Spout & The Calf. This walks starts from Joss Lane CP in the centre of Sedbergh. The walk heads east from the CP to join 'A Pennine Journey' long distance path and then heads in a more northerly direction. After about 4 miles, and on reaching Cautley Holme Beck, the route turns NW and the walk heads towards the bottom of the Cautley Spout waterfall. On reaching the foot of the falls there is a very steep climb (approx 1300ft) that provides great views of the various cascades that make up the falls. From the top of the falls the route will take us to The Calf. This is the highest point on the walk and from here the route will follow the Dales High Way over several of the lower Howgill Fells back to the centre of Sedbergh. Pay to park car parking is available in Sedbergh at the Joss Lane CP (£7.00 / day [cash or card]). There are also public toilets adjacent to this CP. There is limited street parking in the centre of Sedbergh. Assistance Dogs only. Bring lunch. Please book for this walk in the Walks Programme . 2500 ft asc. Tel 07729390400. Assistance dogs only. Please book for this walk in the Walks Programme. Maximum bookings 20. Full Day. Bring lunch and adequate liquids. Booking is essential and opens from 26/08/2025. Book using https://nmc-ramblers.org.uk/ or click link below.
Tuesday, 23 September 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 65883 92181
Nearest postcode:
LA10 5AB
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Start time:
10:30 am

Joss Ln CP(P&D)

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