Troutbeck Tongue

Penrith Group Sunshine

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Overview

The walks starts from Troutbeck Church. After leaving the road, the walk is mainly on well marked footpaths and gravelled tracks. There is a steep but short scramble to the top of the Tongue and an easy descent on a grassy path. This a moderate walk at a leisurely pace.

Wednesday, 18 June 2025

Meeting time:: 9:00 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.7km / 7.3mi
Ascent:: 390.1m / 1280ft
Type:: circular

There is an alternative route, around the base of the Tongue for those not wishing to do the ascent.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available
Car sharing available
Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52700 29501
Nearest postcode:: CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:: 9:00 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 41216 02694
Nearest postcode:: LA23 1PB
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Troutbeck Church

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