Grey Nag from Kirkhaugh
A 656 m Hewitt in Pennines, Dales & Cheviots, climbed from Kirkhaugh over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 6.9 km
- Ascent
- 360 m
- Time
- 2–3 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 656 m
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About this walk
Grey Nag from Kirkhaugh is a moderate 6.9 km out-and-back walk with 360 m of ascent, taking 2 to 3 hours. It starts at Kirkhaugh, A689 (grid reference NY 694 492). It climbs Grey Nag (656 m), a Hewitt.
At 656 m (2,152 ft), Grey Nag 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 Kirkhaugh, A689 and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass.
Route
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The approach
From Kirkhaugh, head across the hillside towards Grey Nag.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Grey Nag.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
656 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Grey Nag from Kirkhaugh take?
- Most walkers take 2–3 hours for the 6.9 km route, which has 360 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 Kirkhaugh, A689 (grid reference NY 694 492). 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?
- Grey Nag (656 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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