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Penrith Group

We are the Penrith 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
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Overview

A high level traverse from Shap summit on the A6 to  Grey Crag and Tarn Crag in Longsleddale via a little walked ridge. There is an option to shorten this route by limiting the walk to the Wasdale Horseshoe if the weather is poor.

Saturday, 23 December 2023
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
914.4m / 3000ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 55372 06310
Nearest postcode:
LA8 9LG
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Start time:
9:00 am

Layby on A6 with stone memorial

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