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Shap to Kirkby Stephen

Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria

Type:Walking Route

Cumbria, CA10 2DA

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The terrain on this part of the route is a limestone plateau and points of interest are found in the primitive and prehistoric settlements evidenced by stone circles and earthworks of old settlements. This part of the route also offers splendid views including Mallerstang Edge, Wild Boar Fell and the Howgill Fells before reaching the small village of Kirkby Stephen.

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  • Description of route - Shap - Kirkby Stephen
  • Length of route (miles) - 20
  • Typical duration of route - 1 day

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Shap, PenrithThe village of Shap consists mainly of two long lines of grey stone houses, many dating from the 18th century. The area around Shap was settled in Neolithic times, and there are several stone circles, and other standing stones nearby.

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