Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)
Cumbria, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cumbria, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 17.7 mi (28.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 253 ft (77 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 50 min
- High point
- 92 ft (28 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Shelter 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Aldingham Motte 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Moat Farm 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from start
- Shelter 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from start
- Peak: Wadhead Hill 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from start
- Picnic area 15.5 mi (25 km) from start
- Picnic area 15.6 mi (25 km) from start
- Historic site: Ulverston Savings Bank 17.4 mi (28.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Ulverston War Memorial 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)
How long is Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail) is 17.7 mi (28.5 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 50 min. It climbs 253 ft (77 m) in total, up to a high point of 92 ft (28 m).
How hard is Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
Parking at the start, Free. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 10.1 mi (16.2 km), 12.8 mi (20.5 km), 17.5 mi (28.1 km).
Is Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail) shaded?
Mostly exposed (24% under trees).
What can you do on Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
Abbey mill coffee shop, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: RVS, 0.5 mi (0.8 km). 3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Westmorland and Furness Way: Stage 6 (The Abbey Trail)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap