Aira Force & Gowbarrow - Ramblers

Penrith Group Spring walking

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Overview

A circular walk from the car park of Aira Force. Taking the low level path to the main water fall, then beck side path to the top of the falls. From there rising up to Gowbarrow trig point. We then descend and have a detour to Great Meldrum. Return back to follow the Ullswater Way to the car park and cafe.

Saturday, 5 April 2025

Meeting time:: 9:00 am
Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11km / 6.8mi
Ascent:: 487m / 1598ft
Type:: circular

There are many exciting views of water falls in the wooded valley. Great views of Ullswater are exposed throughout the second part of the walk.

The walk is carried out at a moderate pace.

The car park is National Trust remember membership card.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52567 29493
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:: 9:00 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 40074 20078
Nearest postcode:: CA11 0JY
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Start time:: 9:45 am

Aira Force Car Park

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a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
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