High Stand

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A delightful coniferous woodland ideal for an easy outdoor stroll or dog walk

Just south of Carlisle, High Stand provides a picturesque setting for your next outdoor adventure. Take a circular walk around pleasant fishing ponds and follow the networks of public footpaths to extend your day out.

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Things to do

Walking at High Stand

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

High Stand has a range of public footpaths for you to walk on. 

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Nearby forests

unsurfaced forest clearing

Coombs Wood

Nestled adjacent to the River Eden between Carlisle and Penrith, Coombs Wood is a natural sanctuary just waiting to be explored on foot. 

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Dodd Wood from Bassenthwaite Lake

Dodd Wood

Dodd Wood is a fantastic place to get some stunning views of the northern Lake District. The network of walking trails will take you deep into the woodland and walk to the top of...

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A dog walking along a trail with two adults behind - one walking and one using an off-road mobility scooter

Whinlatter Forest

Whinlatter is home to stunning views, fantastic walks, exhilarating mountain biking, rare wildlife and adventure play.

Set within the Lake District, a World Heritage Site...

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Beech trees

Setmurthy

It is enjoyed by walkers, runners, horse riders, schools and nature enthusiasts.

Please note: there is a network of unofficial mountain bike trails at Setmurthy that Forestry...

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