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We are the Penrith Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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
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Overview

This journey through the Scafell Pikes showcases some of the area's quieter and often overlooked features. Highlights include the serene Lambfoot Dub, the striking Long Pike, the rugged summits of Ill Crag and Broad Crag, and the distinctive Pen. Along the way, discover the secluded beauty of Little Narrowcove, the drama of Esk Buttress , the peaceful Upper Esk Valley, and the much neglected Yeastyrigg route to Esk Pike . From here we travel by the picture perfect High House Tarn finally descending steeply to Seathwaite, pausing to admire the dramatic Hind Crag.

This is a long and challenging route in the Scafell region, ideal for those seeking adventure amongst the region's high rugged hidden treasures.

Wednesday, 26 March 2025
Meeting time:
8:00 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
1828.8m / 6000ft
Type:
circular

Includes some steep rough ground.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NY 52721 29557
Nearest postcode:
CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:
8:00 am

Penrith RUFC

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 23537 12206
Nearest postcode:
CA12 5XJ
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Start time:
9:00 am

Seathwaite

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