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Old Man of Coniston, Swirl How & Wetherlam loop from Walna Scar — Lake District National Park

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North West England

Old Man of Coniston, Swirl How & Wetherlam loop from Walna Scar — Lake District National Park

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Old Man of Coniston, Swirl How & Wetherlam loop from Walna Scar — Lake District National Park

04:56

13.5km

830m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 17, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

1.80 km

Saddlestone Mill Ruins

Highlight • Monument

The ruins of Saddlestone Mill are fascinating, derelict remnants of the old "Coniston slate and copper mines" on the northeastern flank of the Old Man of Coniston. The site is …

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3.16 km

Old Man of Coniston summit

Highlight • Summit

A Southern Fells classic, Coniston Old Man might be industry-scarred, but it remains stoical and unbowed. Towering high above the village of Coniston, it's a rightfully popular fell with good …

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6.05 km

Swirl How

Highlight • Viewpoint

My favourite approach of Swirl How is from Wetherlam, a great route with a few fun scramble sections to enjoy in dry weather. Linking up the 2,633-foot (802 m) Swirl …

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7.91 km

Wetherlam Summit

Highlight • Natural Monument

A giant, sprawling mountain at 2,503 ft (763 m), there are great views from the summit across to the Old Man of Coniston or over towards Langdale. Despite its size, …

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13.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

3.05 km

Surfaces

7.16 km

3.03 km

2.28 km

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Highest point (790 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Wednesday 28 October

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48 %

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