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Overview

A leisurely walk with stunning panoramic views through a variety of terrain: field and fell paths, woodland, riverside and a small way on quiet country road.

Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
426.7m / 1400ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52702 29502
Nearest postcode:
CA10 2AL
what3words:
limits.hexes.dugouts
Meeting time:
9:15 am

Penrith Rugby Union Club car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 13600 31201
Nearest postcode:
CA13 9SF
what3words:
probing.sake.airfields
Start time:
10:00 am

At junction of Higham Hall road with Embleton road.

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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
Register for an account for FREE