Sergeant Man (plus possibly/maybe) High Raise from Grasmere

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Overview

A quintessential walk in the heart of the Lake District, taking in Swinescar Pike, Little Castle How, Great Castle How, Easedale Tarn, Blea Rigg, Sergeant Man, ((plus possibly/maybe High Raise if time, weather permit) Codale Head, Tarn Crag and Greathead Crag, with wonderful views of the surrounding fells.

Wednesday, 29 January 2025

Meeting time:: 8:30 am
Start time:: 9:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 762m / 2500ft
Type:: circular

This walk is strenuous with rough, rocky ground and some boggy stretches. (B+ grade on the old standard) Maximum 12 people. Unsuitable for dogs.

High Raise is optional and can be included if time and weather allows. This would add approx 1 mile and 30 minutes to the walk (10 miles instead of 9). Negligible addition to the total ascent.

Public Toilets available in Grasmere village. Fee payable

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 52670 29493
Nearest postcode:: CA10 2AL
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Meeting time:: 8:30 am

Penrith rugby club carpark

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 33847 08397
Nearest postcode:: LA22 9RE
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Start time:: 9:15 am

Layby on A591 just before turnoff to Grasmere

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