High Force, Low Force and the Bowlees Geotrail

Penrith Group Spring walking

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Overview

A circular walk using public rights of way, permissive paths and tracks through fields and beside the River Tees. The route is gently undulating but with a few short, steeper ascents and descents and short stretches of minor roads.

The walk will include Low Force, High Force and the Bowlees Geotrail which is in the North Pennines AONB & UNESCO Global Geopark.

Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Meeting time:: 9:00 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: 120m / 394ft
Type:: circular

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52707 29517
Nearest postcode:: CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:: 9:00 am

Penrith Rugby Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 90700 28201
Nearest postcode:: DL12 0XE
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Bowlers Visitors Centre

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