A varied circular route taking in the most beautiful part (in my opinion) of the Hadrians Wall Path as well as the Pennine Way. We will start by heading west to Cawfield Crags, before heading north east to admire the craggy north face of the wall. Once we meet the Pennine Way it will take us back to the wall just west of Housesteads Fort. The route will take us past the famous “Robin Hoods Tree” (Sycamore Gap).
Start: 11am Steel Rigg car park Grid Reference: NY 751 676 (OS Outdoor Leisure 43). 30 minutes from M6 Junction 43 Carlisle. Take the A69 east to Greenhead and the A6318 Military Road signed Chollerford to Once Brewed. At the Youth Hostel turn left and head up the hill until you reach the Steel Rigg car park on the right. Parking £3 for the day.
Car share from Carlisle at 10am - call leader to arrange.
Walk time 5.5 - 6 hours
Distance 12 miles
Highest Point 345m
Grade 2-3 (undulating but 3 due to distance)
Please bring plenty to eat and drink as well as clothes for all weathers as the terrain can be quite harsh. If the weather is really bad we will have the opportunity to cut the walk down in length.
Opportunity for drink afterwards at the Twice Brewed Inn.
Leader: Linda (07717 313073)
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