Talkin Tarn Country Park

Updated: July 24, 2025
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Walk Highlights

Location:
Brampton
Postcode:
CA8 1HN
Parking:

There is a large pay and display car park at Talkin Tarn Country Park in Cumbria, located near the main visitor centre and facilities. Parking charges apply (check Carlisle City Council website for current rates). The car park provides direct access to the tarn, cafe, play area, and the start of the main paths and trails. It can get busy, especially on sunny weekends and during school holidays, at this popular Cumbrian attraction.

Distance:
1.40 miles
Time:
0.60 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

The terrain for the main path around Talkin Tarn in Cumbria is flat, well-surfaced (tarmac or compacted gravel), and highly accessible for walkers of all abilities, including pushchairs, mobility scooters, and wheelchairs. Woodland trails leading off from the main path can be more uneven, muddy after rain, and involve some gentle slopes, typical of Cumbrian woodland paths.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe
Accessibility:
Yes

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