St John's in the Vale high level loop

Penrith Group summer exploring

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Overview

The walk will depart from the roadside parking NY31587 19476 at Legburthwaite at 09:00.

Walk will be led by David K.

A scenic loop of St John's in the Vale will take in Stybarrow Dodd, Watson's Dodd, Great Dodd, Clough Head, High Rigg, and Cowrake Head.

Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Meeting time:: 8:25 am
Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: 1188.7m / 3900ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52689 29480
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:: 8:25 am

Leaving Penrith Rugby Club at 08:25

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 31588 19458
Nearest postcode:: CA12 4TG
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Start time:: 9:00 am

Leaving the roadside parking at Legburthwaite at 09:00

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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

Join now for just £3.58 per month