Kendal Castle – Castle Steps loop from Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg
Kendal Castle – Castle Steps loop from Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg
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Kendal Castle – Castle Steps loop from Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg
02:32
9.63km
80m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 10, 2026
Tips
Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 3.50 km for 119 m
Open: • Monday-Saturday: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM • Public holidays & Sunday: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM (otherwise closed)
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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4.76 km
Parr Street Church
Highlight • Bridge
5.58 km
Kendal Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
Built at some point in the 12th century, it was the home of the barons of Kendal. The Parrs were the most renowned of the baronial families; Katherine Parr, in particular, found fame as the last of Henry VIII's queens. During the reign of the Tudors, the fortress fell into ruin and has remained so ever since.
Tip by
5.82 km
Castle Steps
Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site
Tip by
9.63 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
7.24 km
1.07 km
769 m
378 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
4.19 km
2.37 km
1.58 km
757 m
708 m
< 100 m
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