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Cross Fell and the Dun Fells

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Overview

A high level crossing of the loftiest ridge in the Pennines and a bit of the Pennine Journey route

Saturday, 27 April 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
22.5km / 14.0mi
Ascent:
929.6m / 3050ft
Type:
circular

A long climb to the summit of Cross Fell followed by a traverse over Little Dun Fell and Great Dun Fell. A long descent via Silverband Mine then a section of Alf Wainwright's Pennine Journey.  Lots of uphill work make this an arduous test for most Ramblers

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 65054 32567
Nearest postcode:
CA10 1RN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car park by Kirkland Hall (if full, on main street in Kirkland (park niceley!)

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