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Trail Running Planet · Lake District · Kentmere

Staveley Round

You get a varied round of the quiet fells and valleys right on Staveley's doorstep, with Wilf's Cafe and the Mill Yard waiting the moment you finish.

Distance

17.4 km

Ascent

462 m

Descent

466 m

Max elevation

365 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

2h 15m – 3h 5m

Grade

Hard

Navigation

straightforward

Parking

LA8 9LR

Dogs

Welcome

Best seasons

spring, summer, autumn

About this route

A 17.4km loop from Staveley through the low fells and valleys around the village, linking the Kent and Gowan valleys with quiet bridleway. A runnable eastern-Lakes circuit from a cracking base.

Hazards & notes

The lower ground holds mud after rain and the bridleways are rough in places. Higher junctions need a little care in poor visibility, and tracks are shared with cyclists.

Emergency

Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.

Full route, GPX download & live conditions:

https://trailrunningplanet.com/routes/england/lake-district/kentmere/staveley-round

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