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The Old Man of Coniston
13.4km
1076m
3
Wetherlam and the Northern Coniston Fells
Summary
Wainwrights:
Wetherlam, Swirl How, Great Carrs, and Grey Friar
Distance:
15.37km
Elevation:
1122m
Route
Photos
Starting Location
Estimated Time
An average hiking pace of 2.5km/h completes this walk in 6.1 hours
Sustained steep gradients
Long stretches of steep uphill, sometimes with short scrambling sections
Low path visibility
Large parts of the route have faint or broken paths, with navigation difficult even in good conditions
Moderate exposure
Some exposed sections, often avoidable with care
These ratings are based on my own experience and are for guidance only.
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.