Wetherlam from Coniston
A 763 m Wainwright in the southern Lake District, climbed from Coniston over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 5.4 km
- Ascent
- 620 m
- Time
- 2.5–3 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 763 m
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About this walk
Wetherlam from Coniston is a moderate 5.4 km out-and-back walk with 620 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3 hours. It starts at Coniston, Tilberthwaite Road (grid reference NY 305 011). It climbs Wetherlam (763 m), a Wainwright.
At 763 m (2,503 ft), Wetherlam is a Wainwright in the southern Lake District.
From Coniston, Tilberthwaite Road, a good part of the way is over open fellside with no path, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass.
Route
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The approach
From Coniston, head up the open fellside towards Wetherlam.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Wetherlam.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
763 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Wetherlam from Coniston take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3 hours for the 5.4 km route, which has 620 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 Coniston, Tilberthwaite Road (grid reference NY 305 011). 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. Largely pathless fellside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Wetherlam (763 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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