A lovely walk including a stretch on Alfred Wainwright’s A Pennine Journey through rolling pasture with views of imposing fells.
Distance: 7.1 miles (11.4 km)
Ascent: 219 metres
Route grade: 39 (equivalent to Moderate)
Time to allow: From 3h 15m to 5h 15m
Starting point: YHA Dufton 
Grid reference: NY 688 250
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End point: Circular, to YHA Dufton
Region: North West of England
Type of walk: Countryside, Woodland
National Parks & National Landscapes: North Pennines National Landscape
Trails and Ways: A Pennine Journey
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: No 
Seats on route: Yes 
Toilets: Nearby, Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL19) Howgill Fells and Upper Eden Valley
