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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· North West England

Pillar Rock

In or near Buttermere.

Pillar Rock β€” mountain in england north west. Elevation: 780 m.

Pillar Rock - west face - geograph.org.uk - 2473571

Richard Law β€” 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)
  • Dog-friendly

About

Pillar Rock is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 780 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Pillar and Ennerdale Fells SSSI
  • National Nature Reserve: WILD ENNERDALE

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Pillar Rock is a prominent mountain located in North-West England, part of the Lake District National Park. It is known for its distinctive, steep rock face, which attracts climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. The mountain offers various climbing routes catering to different skill levels, making it a significant site for both novice and experienced climbers. The surrounding area provides scenic views and opportunities for hiking, contributing to its appeal as a destination for those interested in outdoor activities.

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Coordinates
54.4999, -3.2808

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Where to eat & stay near Pillar Rock

Places to stay

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Hostels Β· North West England

YHA Black Sail

YHA Black Sail β€” a hostel in england north east.

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Hostels Β· North West England

Ennerdale

Ennerdale β€” a hostel in england north east.

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Campsites Β· North West England

Dalegarth Guest House Camp Site

Dalegarth Guest House Camp Site β€” a campsite in england north east.

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Campsites Β· North West England

Wasdale Head Campsite

Wasdale Head Campsite β€” a campsite in england north west.

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Campsites Β· North West England

Syke Farm Campsite

Syke Farm Campsite β€” a campsite in england north east.

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Campsites Β· North West England

Wasdale Campsite

Wasdale Campsite β€” a campsite in england north west.

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Places to eat & drink

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CafΓ©s Β· North West England

Grange Bridge Cottage

Grange Bridge Cottage β€” a cafΓ© in england north east.

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CafΓ©s Β· North West England

YHA Cafe

YHA Cafe β€” a cafΓ© in scotland lowlands.

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Historic pubs Β· North West England

The Travellers Rest

The Travellers Rest in England North West, United Kingdom.

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Historic pubs Β· North West England

The Pheasant Inn

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Historic pubs Β· North West England

Fox and Grapes

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Historic pubs Β· North West England

Church House Public House

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pillar Rock?
Pillar Rock is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Pillar Rock?
Pillar Rock β€” mountain in england north west. Elevation: 780 m.
How do I get to Pillar Rock?
Its coordinates are 54.4999Β°, -3.2808Β°.
Is Pillar Rock a protected site?
Yes β€” Pillar Rock is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Pillar and Ennerdale Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.