Raven Crag and Benn Man walk for the best views of Thirlmere in the Lake District
May 30, 2023

 

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The stunning view of Thirlmire with Raven Crag to the right – one of the best Lake District views and one you’ll see on this short, but steep walk 

 

WALK OVERVIEW:

WALK DISTANCE: 2.3 miles
WALK TIME: 2 hours
WALK DIFFICULTY: MODERATE

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MAP ROUTE OF THIS THIRLMIRE WALK TO RAVEN CRAG

This walk starts at the small car park (3/4 cars) at the foot of Raven Crag and goes in an anti-clockwise direction, heading first towards Benn Man and then onto Raven Crag via Castle Crag. You’ll want to allow plenty of time to admire the views once at Raven Crag. 

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Most visitors to the area head straight to Raven Crag – but my favourite view is actually on the way up to Benn Man – where you get stunning Thirlmire views with Raven Crag in the foreground (pictured to the right of this photo) after this vantage point this walk then takes you to the top of Raven Crag.

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