Trail Description

Blencathra is one of the great northern Lakeland fells with a distinctive saddleback profile above Keswick. The walker's route via Scales Fell and Doddick Fell climbs steep grassy ridges to the airy summit, avoiding the scramble of Sharp Edge. Superb views over the northern fells.

Route Details

Route Map

No GPS track available for this trail yet

Weather forecast - Blencathra

Current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Blencathra.

scattered clouds

17°C

Scattered Clouds

71% Humidity
6 km/h Wind

5-Day Forecast

scattered clouds
Today
Scattered Clouds
17°C
overcast clouds
Tomorrow
Overcast Clouds
19°C
broken clouds
Sunday
Broken Clouds
19°C
few clouds
Monday
Few Clouds
20°C
broken clouds
Tuesday
Broken Clouds
21°C

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