High Borrowdale Hay Meadow

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High Borrowdale Guided Walk

Explore our upland hay meadow at High Borrowdale

Thursday 2nd July, 2026

Explore our upland hay meadow at High Borrowdale

Thursday 2nd July 10am-2pm

A moderate 5km walk and talk along a farm track through the valley along Borrow beck to Friends of the Lake District’s High Borrowdale site.

A chance to find our more about upland hay meadows and the restoration work at High Borrowdale.

Terrain: Starting at the main road before immediately continuing our walk on a track. Uneven terrain.

Meeting Point: Lay by at Hucks Brow. Limited Parking.

There is no public transport near to this location. If you are without transport and would like to come to this event, please let us know and we may be able to make alternative arrangements.

Grid refence 552038.

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Note: There are no toilets or hand washing facilities at this location.

This walk will be led by our land manager Dr Jan Darrall.

Tickets are free to members of Friends of the Lake District (join here if you are not already a member) or £5 for non-members. 

What to wear and what to bring

Check the weather forecast. Waterproofs if it looks like rain. Sun hat and sunscreen if it looks like sun. Sturdy footwear (walking boots or similar). Sun cream just in case. Please also bring water and a packed lunch.

Dogs are permitted but must be kept under control and on a lead at all times.

More details about the walk will be sent via email when you book but if you have any questions in advance please email events@fld.org.uk.

Staff and volunteers will be taking photos on the day. If you do not wish to be in these please let a member of staff at the event know on the day.

About these walks

This is one of a series of walk and talks to explore our land and find out a bit more about how we manage it.

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High Borrowdale Guided Walk