Lonscale Fell from Ormathwaite
A 715 m Wainwright in the northern Lake District, climbed from Ormathwaite.
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 440 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 715 m
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About this walk
Lonscale Fell from Ormathwaite is a moderate 7.5 km out-and-back walk with 440 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Ormathwaite (grid reference NY 279 254). It climbs Lonscale Fell (715 m), a Wainwright.
Lonscale Fell is one of Wainwright's 214 fells, rising to 715 m (2,346 ft) in the northern Lake District.
This route starts from Ormathwaite and follows paths for most of the way.
Route
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The approach
From Ormathwaite, follow the path towards Lonscale Fell.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Lonscale Fell.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
715 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Lonscale Fell from Ormathwaite take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 7.5 km route, which has 440 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 Ormathwaite (grid reference NY 279 254). 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?
- Lonscale Fell (715 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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