2024
NY3650 : Carlisle Road, Dalston
taken 2 years ago, near to Dalston, Cumbria, England
Carlisle Road, Dalston
Carlisle Road is the B5299 northwards from Dalston village centre towards Carlisle; it is the route of the Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph
NY3650 : Carlisle Road, Dalston).
The Cumbria Way alternative route through Dalston churchyard joins on the right at the end of the wall.
National Cycle Network Routes 7 and 10 follow the road here.
National Cycle Network Route 7 :: NX7662 (provided by John M)
The Lochs and Glens (North) route covers 214 miles from Inverness to Glasgow. The Lochs and Glens (South) covers 193 miles from Glasgow to Carlisle via the Ayrshire coast, Kirkcudbright and Dumfries. It continues east as the Coast to Coast C2C route to Sunderland.
The Cumbria Way Devised by The Ramblers in the 1970s, The Cumbria Way is a long distance path from Ulverston to Carlisle passing through the heart of the English Lake District. An early example of a long distance path, it has become deservedly popular.
Usually quoted as being 70 miles in length, accurate measurement indicates the route is approximately 119km (74 miles) long, taking into account the various diversions since it was created.
The extremities of The Cumbria Way are conveniently placed for easy access by car or public transport and most walkers will be able to complete the route comfortably within a week. It is most frequently walked from south to north so the prevailing wind (and Cumbrian rain) is behind the walker. The Cumbria Way passes less than 2.5 kilometres from the wettest place in England so rain is often encountered.
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