Bleaberry Fell, High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell
4 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District, climbed together from Watendlath.
- Distance
- 11.2 km
- Ascent
- 470 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 609 m
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About this walk
Bleaberry Fell, High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell is a moderate 11.2 km circular walk with 470 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Watendlath (grid reference NY 273 168). It climbs 4 listed hills, the highest High Seat at 609 m.
This round takes in 4 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District: Bleaberry Fell, High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell. High Seat is the highest at 609 m (1,998 ft).
From Watendlath, 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 Watendlath, follow the path towards Bleaberry Fell.
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The summits
Climb Bleaberry Fell, then continue to High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
590 m
609 m
515 m
475 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Bleaberry Fell, High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 11.2 km route, which has 470 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 Watendlath (grid reference NY 273 168). 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?
- High Seat (609 m, Wainwright); Bleaberry Fell (590 m, Wainwright); High Tove (515 m, Wainwright); Armboth Fell (475 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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