Roof of England

A 188-mile long-distance walk in Northern England highlighting the North Pennines National Landscape and UNESCO Global Geopark. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.

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Statistics and Files

Start: Appleby
Grid Ref: NY 69068 25051
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
Climbing: 7,063 metres
Time: 110–130 hours
Duration: 10–15 days
GPX Route File Google Earth File About the North Pennines (Wikipedia)

Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps (1:25,000):
OL19 Howgill Fells and Upper Eden Valley
OL30 Yorkshire Dales – Northern and Central Area
OL31 North Pennines – Teesdale and Weardale
OL43 Hadrian’s Wall, Haltwhistle and Hexham
307 Consett and Derwent Reservoir

Summary

The Roof of England Walk is a 14-day walking route providing an exciting journey around the North Pennines National Landscape and UNESCO Global Geopark.

The route takes you to the far-flung corners of the North Pennines. From high-level traverses across the moor tops and strolls through colourful hay meadows to relaxing riverside walking and woodland stretches, this route has plenty to offer.

Discover the area’s rich mining and industrial heritage and immerse yourself in its glorious nature. Experience unrivalled peace and tranquillity and marvel at sparkling clear, inky-black night skies. (Source: Roof of England)

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