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North West England

Penrith Beacon

North West England

Penrith Beacon

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Penrith Beacon

Hiking

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Location: Penrith, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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November 29, 2022

Hiking

The beacon tower at 286m was built in 1719 on a spot where beacons had been lit in times of war since the time of Henry VIII. If you walk up here you get a magnificent view across the Eden Valley and over to the Lake District.

January 14, 2024

Hiking

Easy woodland walk . Autumn best time to go

February 8, 2024

Running

High above the town of Penrith, on top of Beacon Hill, is Penrith Beacon, a monument built in 1719, on a spot where beacons have been lit in times of war and emergency since the time of Henry VIII.

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4.8

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A tour of Penrith Castle & Beacon

6.11km

01:46

160m

160m

Explore history and scenic views on this easy 3.8-mile hike past Penrith Castle and up to Penrith Beacon, offering panoramic vistas.

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4.8

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Penrith Beacon – Beacon Hill Summit and Tower loop from Cold Springs Community Nature Reserve

4.36km

01:13

90m

90m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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4.6

(14)

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#3.

Beacon Hill Summit and Tower – Penrith Beacon loop from Penrith

8.19km

02:15

130m

130m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 280 m

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Location: Penrith, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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