Grey Friar from Coniston
A 773 m Wainwright in the southern Lake District, climbed from Coniston.
- Distance
- 6.9 km
- Ascent
- 460 m
- Time
- 2.5–3 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 773 m
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About this walk
Grey Friar from Coniston is a moderate 6.9 km out-and-back walk with 460 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3 hours. It starts at Coniston (grid reference NY 274 026). It climbs Grey Friar (773 m), a Wainwright.
Grey Friar is one of Wainwright's 214 fells, rising to 773 m (2,536 ft) in the southern Lake District.
From Coniston, paths lead most of the way to the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Coniston, follow the path towards Grey Friar.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Grey Friar.
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3
Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
773 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Grey Friar from Coniston take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3 hours for the 6.9 km route, which has 460 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 Coniston (grid reference NY 274 026). 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 hill does it climb?
- Grey Friar (773 m, Wainwright, 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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