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Cunswick Scar summit cairn – View over the Lyth Valley loop from Sedgwick

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Cunswick Scar summit cairn – View over the Lyth Valley loop from Sedgwick

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Cunswick Scar summit cairn – View over the Lyth Valley loop from Sedgwick

02:25

21.0km

310m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Bus stop

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50 m

Lancaster Canal Trail: Natland–Sedgwick Section

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From 1819, the Lancaster Canal ran all the way to Kendal, bringing prosperity to the region. Coal was transported into the town, while limestone, slate and locally manufactured goods were …

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2.99 km

Lancaster Canal Path

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7.57 km

Serpentine Wood

Forest

10.2 km

Cunswick Scar summit cairn

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Cunswick Scar is a 679-foot (207 m) fell in the south eastern Lake District, close to Kendal. Wainwright described the walk from the town over Cuswick Scar and neighbouring Scout …

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12.9 km

View over the Lyth Valley

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The superb thing about the Scar is the uninterrupted views of the Lyth Valley and onto the fells beyond. On a clear day, you can see the Blackpool Tower too! Beware though, it is a steep drop.

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13.1 km

View from Scout Scar Lookout

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Great spot for a sunset run, and then a straightforward run down before dark.

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16.4 km

View of Lake District from Helsington Viewpoint

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One of the best views in the area.

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18.2 km

Set amongst stunning landscaped gardens, Sizergh Castle transports you back in time. The Strickland family has lived in the beautiful medieval house for over 750 years. Family portraits and possessions …

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18.3 km

Sizergh Castle Café & Shop

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Don’t go the wrong way round the car park, you get some angry looks 🤦‍♂️

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18.9 km

Black Earth

Forest

21.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.92 km

5.06 km

3.56 km

3.02 km

2.08 km

194 m

169 m

Surfaces

5.21 km

4.38 km

4.26 km

3.57 km

2.03 km

1.55 km

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Friday 15 May

12°C

2°C

81 %

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Cunswick Scar summit cairn – View over the Lyth Valley loop from Sedgwick

Lancaster Canal Trail: Natland–Sedgwick Section

Lancaster Canal Path

Cunswick Scar summit cairn

View over the Lyth Valley

View from Scout Scar Lookout

View of Lake District from Helsington Viewpoint

Sizergh Castle

Sizergh Castle Café & Shop

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