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Kendal Castle, The Helm & the River Kent loop from Kendal

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Kendal Castle, The Helm & the River Kent loop from Kendal

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Kendal Castle, The Helm & the River Kent loop from Kendal

04:23

16.2km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.14 km

Kendal Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Kendal Castle's romantic ruins sit high on a gentle hill above the market town, boasting stupendous views of both the town and beyond to the tumultuous Lakeland skyline.

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6.01 km

Station Inn

Highlight • Rest Area

The Station Inn is an excellent country pub that serves great food. It's located a short walk from Oxenholme station and perfectly situated at the start of walking routes onto …

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7.42 km

The Helm Trig Point

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Helm may be diminutive by Lakeland standards, rising to a modest 607 feet (185 m), but what it lacks in height it makes up for with character. This flat-topped …

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14.6 km

Kendal Parish Church (Holy Trinity Church)

Highlight • Religious Site

Kendal Parish Church is a Grade I-listed building and a fine sight to behold alongside the River Kent. Inside, the church is spacious and light, due to its large windows. …

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16.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.79 km

2.97 km

1.51 km

941 m

931 m

Surfaces

5.66 km

5.50 km

2.24 km

1.15 km

940 m

568 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 7 May

16°C

6°C

56 %

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Kendal Castle, The Helm & the River Kent loop from Kendal

Kendal Castle

Station Inn

The Helm Trig Point

Kendal Parish Church (Holy Trinity Church)

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