Rannerdale and Crummock Water

Carlisle Group

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Overview

Rannerdale is a picturesque valley between Crummock Water and Buttermere and is famous for its bluebells, which are unusual in that they grow on open fellside as opposed to their more usual woodland habitat. If we are lucky, the bluebells will be our early and we will see the display.

We may have time for some delicious ice cream at Buttermere before walking around Crummock Water (with a nice lunch spot) on the way back to our cars.

Friday, 25 April 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.6km / 7.8mi
Ascent:: 320m / 1050ft
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available
Dog friendly
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 16249 19451
Nearest postcode:: CA13 9UY
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Start time:: 10:00 am

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