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St Bees to Whitehaven (Railway excursion)

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Overview

This is a favourite coastal walk for many of our members, taking in a train ride from Carlisle and walking along the cliffs and taking in the sea views. Depending on when we arrive in Whitehaven, we may have refreshments at the Bransty Arch whilst awaiting our return train.

Friday, 20 September 2024
Meeting time:
9:02 am
Start time:
10:20 am
Estimated finish time:
3:28 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.4km / 8.3mi
Ascent:
382.9m / 1256ft
Type:
linear

Whilst the finishing time is shown as 15.28, we could be at Whitehaven in time to catch the 14.28 train.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed
  • Family-Friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 40235 55499
Nearest postcode:
CA1 1QX
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Meeting time:
9:02 am

Carlisle Station

Starting point

Grid reference:
NX 97031 11958
Nearest postcode:
CA27 0DH
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Start time:
10:20 am

St Bees Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NX 97456 18694
Nearest postcode:
CA28 6AX
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Estimated finish time:
3:28 pm

Whitehaven Station

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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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