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Mountains & hills · North West England

Blencathra - Hallsfell Top

In or near Threlkeld.

Blencathra - Hallsfell Top — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.

Mist on Blencathra - geograph.org.uk - 2987635

Michael Graham — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Threlkeld Quarry Station · 3.2 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Blencathra - Hallsfell Top is a named hill or mountain in scotland lowlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.

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See it from the streetimagery from 2022

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Skiddaw Group SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Blencathra - Hallsfell Top is a prominent mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. Known for its striking profile, it is a popular destination for hikers and climbers. The summit offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape, making it a notable landmark in the area. Visitors can expect a range of trails suitable for varying skill levels.

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Coordinates
54.6399, -3.0498
Parish
Threlkeld
Postcode
CA12 4SY
Parliamentary constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale
Nearest railway station
Threlkeld Quarry Station3.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Blencathra - Hallsfell Top?
Blencathra - Hallsfell Top is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 4SY), in the parish of Threlkeld.
What is Blencathra - Hallsfell Top?
Blencathra - Hallsfell Top — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
How do I get to Blencathra - Hallsfell Top?
The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA12 4SY.
Is Blencathra - Hallsfell Top a protected site?
Yes — Blencathra - Hallsfell Top is part of the Skiddaw Group SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Blencathra - Hallsfell Top?
The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 4SY.