1 7.66km 764m

Blencathra via Hall's Fell Ridge

Summary

Wainwrights (1):

Blencathra

Distance:

7.66km

Elevation:

764m

Route

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Starting Location

Location

Threlkeld

Postcode

CA12 4TZ

Grid Ref

NY324254

Buses

  • X4
  • X5

Estimated Time

A leisurely hiking pace finishes this walk in around 4 hours 5 mins

Walk Terrain

  • Sustained steep gradients

    Long stretches of steep uphill, sometimes with short scrambling sections

  • Partial path visibility

    Some sections may be unclear, and poor weather could make navigation tricky

  • High exposure

    Compulsory stretches of significant exposure that require a head for heights

These ratings are based on my own experience and are for guidance only.

Photos

Weather Forecast

Forecast for Blencathra Summit (868m)

Saturday 22 November

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2°C
Fog

Feels-like

-2°

Wind gusts

25kph

Chance of rain

82%

Visibility

<1km

Forecast provided by the Met Office under the Open Government Licence.

These routes are for guidance only. Always check the weather, wear appropriate clothing, and know your limits. See the safety page for the more advice before setting out.