Low Fell and Fellbarrow
2 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District, climbed together from Waterend.
- Distance
- 8.6 km
- Ascent
- 360 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 423 m
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About this walk
Low Fell and Fellbarrow is a moderate 8.6 km circular walk with 360 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Waterend (grid reference NY 124 220). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Low Fell at 423 m.
This round takes in 2 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District: Low Fell and Fellbarrow. Low Fell is the highest at 423 m (1,386 ft).
From Waterend, 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 Waterend, follow the path towards Low Fell.
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2
The summits
Climb Low Fell, then continue to Fellbarrow.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
423 m
416 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Low Fell and Fellbarrow take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 8.6 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 Waterend (grid reference NY 124 220). 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?
- Low Fell (423 m, Wainwright); Mosser Fell (Fellbarrow) (416 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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