Mountains & hills · North West England
Swainson Knott
In or near St Bees.
Swainson Knott — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 345 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Sellafield · 7.6 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Swainson Knott is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 345 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Swainson Knott is a mountain located in North-West England. It is part of the Lake District, offering rugged terrain and scenic views. Visitors can expect a challenging hike with varying landscapes typical of the region. The area is popular among walkers and climbers seeking outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4615, -3.4213
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Ponsonby
- Postcode
- CA20 1EE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Whitehaven and Workington
- Nearest railway station
- Sellafield — 7.6 km
Sources
- osm: n4897237424 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Swainson Knott?
- Swainson Knott is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA20 1EE), in the parish of Ponsonby.
- What is Swainson Knott?
- Swainson Knott — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 345 m.
- How do I get to Swainson Knott?
- The nearest railway station is Sellafield, about 7.6 km away. The nearest town is St Bees. Drivers can use postcode CA20 1EE.
- How do I get to Swainson Knott?
- The nearest railway station is Sellafield, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA20 1EE.