Date:

21 Aug 24

Time:

10:00 AM

Length:

Half-Day

Difficulty:

Moderate

This picturesque walk starts at High Dam car park and takes in stunning scenery and views of the Southern Lake District Fells. From the car park we head up to a man-made tarn along gravel and woodland paths before continuing on through open fields and woodlands around Finsthwaite. There will be a rest break at Stott Park Bobbin Mill, a 19-century bobbin mill and museum. The route is undulating with short uphill sections but a stunning and easy paced walk.

Walk Type:

Walk and Talk

Group Size:

6

Terrain Type:

Lowland

Paths Type:

Off-path

Ascent Type:

Undulating

Bring lunch and hot/cold drink plus waterproofs just in case.

Walk Leader - Rebecca W.

Rebecca is a qualified Lowland Leader & she’s also qualified in First Aid for Mental Health & Outdoor First Aid – so you know she’ll keep you safe and make your Wellness Walk a safe and supportive space.

Rebecca is based in South Cumbria and loves to be outdoors whatever the weather. She is an advocate on how spending time outdoors can have a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing and thus enjoys helping people to access nature.
 
Some of Rebecca’s favourite local walks are Farleton Knott, Loughrigg Fell and the Langdale valley in addition to the South West Coast Path. Originally from Yorkshire, Rebecca also loves mountain biking, paddle boarding and setting herself challenges, her latest is paddling all of the permitted lakes and meres in the Lake District.
 
Rebecca’s top tip is – to always check your kit before setting off on any outdoor adventure as you never know when you might get caught out.

Kit List

  • Snacks & a drink
  • Camera (its all about the pics!)
  • Dogs MUST be well behaved- this means good recall & good around people, other dogs & livestock.
  • Doggie essentials! (e.g. lead, harness)
  • Waterproofs
  • Spare warm layer
  • Hat & Gloves
  • We recommend layers!
  • Money for the pub or cafe

MEETING PLACE - Finsthwaite, Southern Lake District

Meet at High Dam Car Park, Finsthwaite, ULVERSTON, Cumbria, LA12 8BJ. The car park is pay and display.

Facilities

  • Cafe or Pub Available
  • No Swimming Available
  • Toilets Available
  • No Public Transport Available
  • No Transport Provided
  • Dogs Allowed

There is no toilet at the start but there are facilities at Stott Park Bobbin Mill.

Mixed Weather

We’re expecting mixed weather on this walk – so make sure you bring waterproofs AND an extra warm layer!

Donations

All of our walks are provided free of charge thanks to our funders, generous donations and our passionate volunteers. If you’re interested in supporting wellness walks by volunteering or donating please follow the links below. We look forward to walking with you!

Volunteering info
Donations

Book a Space

Price:

Free

Important:

  • You MUST book a place on this walk via the Wellness Walks site. You MUST supply the information requested – this is to keep YOU & our leaders safe in the unlikely event of an emergency.
  • If you do not have suitable clothing & equipment you may not be allowed on a walk for your own safety.

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