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Run the Blea Tarn route from Boot near Gosforth., Cumbria

Run the Blea Tarn route from Boot near Gosforth.

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Welcome to a Lake District route through the lesser fells and tarns between Boot and Eskdale Green, with striking views of the higher peaks.

Along the way

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Blea TarnA lesser tarn on the route, set among the smaller fells between Boot and Eskdale Green.
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Eskdale GreenThe village at the far end of the route, with views of the higher Lakeland fells along the way.

The route

Distance11 km
Running≈ 1 h 21
Cycling≈ 59 min
Climb↑ 290 m
RouteCircular

A 11 km circular route from Gosforth to run or cycle, with 290 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 290 m in total

Before you go

StartBoot, Gosforth, CA19 1TFOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingParking in the village of Boot is at a premium.

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