Magnificent Mardale Head

Penrith Group Spring walking

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Overview

Departing Mardale Head car park NY46942 10736 at 09:00.

Walk will be led by Roger L.

Start with the sheer grass of Harter Fell Gully (fully Kay rated), continuous views from Harter Fell, Mardale Ill Bell, Thornthwaite Crag, High Street, Kidsty Pike, High Raise, Low Raise, and finish with the history of Castle Crag Fort.

Wednesday, 23 April 2025

Meeting time:: 8:20 am
Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:: 1036.3m / 3400ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52694 29490
Nearest postcode:: CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:: 8:20 am

Departing Penrith Rugby Club at 08:20

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 46945 10738
Nearest postcode:: LA8 9JN
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Start time:: 9:00 am

Departing Mardale Head car park at 09:00

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