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    This page contains useful information about access at this property. Please contact the property in advance of your visit if you have any particular questions.


    Accessibility - mobility  Mobility information


    Parking
    Small car park at Tarn Hows for visitors with disabilities, offers great views over the tarn. Three designated spaces in the main Tarn Hows car park, gives access to the Tarn Hows circular path.

    All-ability trails
    From the Tarn Hows disabled car park a good-quality flat path leads 300m to a viewpoint with bench. Enjoy excellent views of the tarn and the Langdale Pikes. The Tarn Hows circular path was resurfaced in 2007 with compacted slate to offer an easy access 2ml loop. The route includes several hills with up to 1:5 gradients. Some shorter slopes have 1:4 gradients. Two strong helpers are recommended to assist most wheelchair users. All gates are wheelchair-accessible.

    Seating, rest points and shelter
    Lots of benches to rest at along the Tarn Hows circular path.
     
     
    Accessibility - sensory  Sensory highlights

    Tarn Hows is home to a wealth of wildlife sights and sounds. Enjoy bird songs and rustling leaves, bright bluebell displays in springtime and vivid autumnal colours later in the year.
     
     
     

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    The new tramper for visitor use at Tarn Hows
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