Skelgill, Little Town and Scope Beck Reservoir

Penrith Group

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Overview

This walk is a low level exploration of the Newlands Valley around Little Town. The peaceful lower landscape is towered over by steep-sided, often craggy, fells. The route uses good tracks and paths, fields and quiet minor roads. Relatively little effort affords some superb views.

Wednesday, 18 December 2024

Meeting time:: 9:15 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: 335.3m / 1100ft
Type:: circular

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52710 29500
Nearest postcode:: CA11 8RQ
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Meeting time:: 9:15 am

Penrith Rugby Union Club Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 24554 21098
Nearest postcode:: CA12 5UE
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Parking area at bottom of Cat Bells (Skelgill Bank)

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