
The Old Man of Coniston
Summary
Wainwrights (3):
Distance:
13.38km
Elevation:
1076m
Route
Estimated Time
A leisurely hiking pace finishes this walk in around 6 hours 30 mins
Walk Terrain
Sustained steep gradients
Long stretches of steep uphill, sometimes with short scrambling sections
Clear paths
Well-defined trails that are easy to follow in most conditions
Minimal exposure
Little to no sense of exposure throughout the walk
These ratings are based on my own experience and are for guidance only - find out more.
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Weather Forecast
Forecast for The Old Man of Coniston Summit (803m)
Wednesday 10 December
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3°C
Cloudy
Feels-like
-4°
Wind gusts
96kph
Chance of rain
47%
Visibility
25km+
Forecast provided by the Met Office under the Open Government Licence.
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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.
