Base Brown and Seathwaite Fell (Wainwright summit)
2 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District, climbed together from Seathwaite.
- Distance
- 6.5 km
- Ascent
- 670 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 646 m
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About this walk
Base Brown and Seathwaite Fell (Wainwright summit) is a moderate 6.5 km circular walk with 670 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Seathwaite (grid reference NY 235 122). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Base Brown at 646 m.
This round takes in 2 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District: Base Brown and Seathwaite Fell (Wainwright summit). Base Brown is the highest at 646 m (2,119 ft).
From Seathwaite, paths lead most of the way to the top. It links the summits by the easiest line between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Seathwaite, follow the path towards Base Brown.
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2
The summits
Climb Base Brown, then continue to Seathwaite Fell (Wainwright summit).
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
646 m
On the way
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Taylor Gill ForceWaterfall · on the route
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Base Brown and Seathwaite Fell (Wainwright summit) take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 6.5 km route, which has 670 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Seathwaite (grid reference NY 235 122). Use a car park if there's one nearby; otherwise park considerately and don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Fell paths for most of the way: steep, stony or boggy in places.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Base Brown (646 m, Wainwright, Hewitt); Seathwaite Fell (Wainwright summit) (601 m, Wainwright).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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