Stainton-Penrith circular

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Overview

From Stainton we make our way to Penrith town centre, and on up to The Beacon with lovely views over towards The Lake District for a lunch stop. We then return via a different route to Stainton.

Tuesday, 6 January 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 297.2m / 975ft
Type:: circular

Refreshments: Post Office/general store at the start. Plenty of amenities in Penrith.

Use toilet facilities at Rheged Services en route to start point. Toilets on the route in Penrith.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Car sharing available
Dog friendly
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 48553 28233
Nearest postcode:: CA11 0DU
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Stainton Village Hall. Plenty of free on-street parking. Please note that the Village Hall car park is for hall users only.

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