Great Asby Scar Walk
This walk climbs to Great Asby Scar from the village of Great Asby in Cumbria.
The area is located just to the south west of the village and has been designated as a national nature reserve. It includes some splendid limestone geology and interesting flora growing in its extensive limestone pavement areas. The area is a remote and peaceful hidden gem and perfect for a quiet walk in unusual surroundings. From the elevated spot there are also stunning views to the surrounding Lake District fells.
You can reach the site by following Style Lane from the village to Asby Winderwath Common before turning south to climb to Knott which stands at a height of 412 metres. The route continues across the pavement to High Pike before descending back to the village.
To extend the walk continue west to Orton Scar where you can climb Beacon Hill and visit the Jubilee Tower.
To continue your walking in the area head north to visit Rutter Force waterfall just south of Appleby.
Great Asby Scar Ordnance Survey Map 
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Great Asby Scar Open Street Map 
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Great Asby Scar OS Map 
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Great Asby Scar Open Street Map 
- Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Pubs/Cafes
Back in the village you can enjoy some well earned refreshments at the Three Greyhounds pub. The pub is in a lovely spot in the village centre, just across the beck from St Peter’s Church. The former hunting lodge dates back to 1707 and has a charming interior with a beamed ceiling, stone flagged floor, and original iron range fireplace. They serve good quality food including popular stone-baked pizzas. They are also dog friendly.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Great Asby Scar contains some of the best remaining intact examples of limestone pavement in Britain. Unlike the famous limestone pavements around Settle and Inlgeton you will usually have the fine karstland of Great Asby Scar to yourself. It is one of the hidden treasures of Britain.
Sycamore on Limestone Pavement. Notable flora in the reserve includes Solomon's-seal, dark red helleborine, bloody crane’s-bill, rigid buckler fern and limestone fern.
Hawthorn on Limestone Pavement. Hawthorn is a hardy species and not uncommon in upland areas like this limestone pavement near Great Asby Scar
Castlefolds, Great Asby Scar
Limestone Dyke
Asby Beck in the village.
Coppermine Lane leading up to the scar.
Three Greyhounds in Great Asby village. A fine place to end your walk.