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Penrith Group

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Overview

Walking from the head of Mardale and using the Old Corpse Road we ascend to Selside, then cross to Branstree and descend to Gatescarth Pass to follow the track down to the start. Stunning views throughout the walk.

PLEASE NOTE IF THE WEATHER IS POOR AN ALTERNATIVE WALK NEAR HAWESWATER WILL BE OFFERED 

Saturday, 23 November 2024
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
606.6m / 1990ft
Type:
circular

Steep ascent and descent on a mixture of grassy tracks and stony paths, with some boggy stretches between the two tops.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52643 29521
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Penrith Rugby club carpark

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 47175 10757
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2QT
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Start time:
9:30 am

Carpark at Mardale Head

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