RSPB Geltsdale

RSPB Geltsdale an Outdoor Mobility Tramper hire site location.

RSPB Geltsdale

Sessions:

1 Tramper available

Time: 10am* for 2:30hr

*Staff are only available at 10am to give out the Tramper, please be on time as they will not be available otherwise.

Distance/Terrain:

Geltsdale Trail: up to 3.3 miles/5km Can be split in two out and backs. Towards the lake is mainly on gravel tracks with gentle inclines. Away from the tarn up the valley is on grass and gravel track which has bumpy, off camber and steep sections.

Arrival:

Collect the Tramper from the Visitor Centre. Parking information can be found here

Requirements:

Bring one form of ID (non-photo acceptable).
Tramper users must remain on the specified routes.
Tramper users must be accompanied by another person (capable of seeking assistance).

Route Description:

There are two different directions you can take from the Visitor Centre at Geltsdale. The first takes you along gravel tracks towards and then along the south side of Tindale Tarn. From this track you get great views over the Tarn and if you bring your binoculars you will see plenty of birdlife enjoying the water. The Track takes you behind the farm through a lovely wooded area before turning back. On the return you can take the Tramper to a gate 50m before the hide which is on the Tarn. If your mobility allows the Tramper can be left at a gate here and the final 50m to the hide is flat but on a grass surface.

The other direction you can take is up the valley from the Visitors Centre, this track is more challenging. It is bumpy and off camber in places with a couple of steep gradients. All within the capabilities of the Tramper but needing extra care. This track follows the stream, with meadows, marshes and views of the newly established woodland on the fellside.

The Tramper has been provided by the North Pennines National Landscape team through Defra’s Access for All funding, with additional support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Route Map - click to enlarge

Geltsdale Trail

Booking Process

You need to be an Outdoor Mobility member to book a Tramper. If you are not yet a member please click here to buy your Membership.
Once you are a member, select the venue you wish to visit and click 'Book Now' (below).
Select the time and date of your booking and click the 'Next' button.
Complete the booking form and click 'Book Now' to confirm your booking.

RSPB Geltsdale
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Location:

Geltsdale RSPB Visitor Centre, Hallbankgate, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2PW

Please use below What 3 Words for Visitor Centre location or search 'RSPB Geltsdale (Visitor Centre)' on Google Maps. The final 1 mile to the visitors is on gravel track.

what3words: ///loaders.groomed.remotest

Parking:

From the end of the asphalt road (at the RSPB Geltsdale carpark) take the track to the left through a gate (which will normally need to be opened) sign posted 'Stagsike Trail and authorised vehicles only'. Follow the gravel track for 1 mile to the visitor centre. Accessible parking space available in visitor centre car park, which is a short distance (30m) form the visitor centre.

For more information, including opening hours and facilities, visit the RSPB Geltsdale website.

Location contact details:

Tel: 01697 746717 Email: geltsdale@rspb.org.uk