Little Mell Fell from Longthwaite
A 505 m Wainwright in the eastern Lake District, climbed from Longthwaite.
- Distance
- 1.3 km
- Ascent
- 120 m
- Time
- 0.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 505 m
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About this walk
Little Mell Fell from Longthwaite is an easy 1.3 km out-and-back walk with 120 m of ascent, taking about 0.5 hours. It starts at Longthwaite (grid reference NY 423 235). It climbs Little Mell Fell (505 m), a Wainwright.
At 505 m (1,657 ft), Little Mell Fell is a Wainwright in the eastern Lake District.
From Longthwaite, paths lead most of the way to the top.
Route
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The approach
From Longthwaite, follow the path towards Little Mell Fell.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Little Mell Fell.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
505 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Little Mell Fell from Longthwaite take?
- Most walkers take 0.5–0.5 hours for the 1.3 km route, which has 120 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 Longthwaite (grid reference NY 423 235). 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 easy. Fell paths for most of the way: steep, stony or boggy in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Little Mell Fell (505 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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