Meadowhead Moderate

Burnhope Seat from Meadowhead

Bagging route Out and back Dog friendly

A 748 m Hewitt in Pennines, Dales & Cheviots, climbed from Meadowhead over largely pathless ground.

Distance
2.2 km
Ascent
160 m
Time
1 h
Grade
Moderate
Route
Out and back
High point
748 m
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About this walk

Burnhope Seat from Meadowhead is a moderate 2.2 km out-and-back walk with 160 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Meadowhead, B6277 (grid reference NY 774 371). It climbs Burnhope Seat (748 m), a Hewitt.

At 748 m (2,453 ft), Burnhope Seat is one of the Hewitts of Pennines, Dales & Cheviots. Hewitts are the hills of England, Wales and Ireland over 2,000 ft (610 m) that rise at least 30 m above their surroundings.

This route starts from Meadowhead, B6277 and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass.

Great views Dog friendly

Route

  1. 1

    The approach

    From Meadowhead, head across the hillside towards Burnhope Seat.

  2. 2

    The summit

    Climb to the summit of Burnhope Seat.

  3. 3

    Return

    Return the same way.

Summit

Hewitt Marilyn

Questions about this walk

How long does Burnhope Seat from Meadowhead take?
Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 2.2 km route, which has 160 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 Meadowhead, B6277 (grid reference NY 774 371). Park considerately off the road; 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. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
Which hill does it climb?
Burnhope Seat (748 m, Hewitt).
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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