Shipman Knotts summit – Summit of Kentmere Pike loop from Kentmere

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Shipman Knotts summit – Summit of Kentmere Pike loop from Kentmere

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Shipman Knotts summit – Summit of Kentmere Pike loop from Kentmere

05:07

15.4km

630m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

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Lake District National Park

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