The Top 20 Peaks around Gosforth
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Gosforth is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Gosforth for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Gosforth for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 30, 2025
High Stile Summit
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Shapely and noble, High Stile is the highest point of the eye-catching ridge soaring proudly above Buttermere. Traversing this ridge – the Buttermere Edge – should not be rushed. It’s …
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Red Pike (Buttermere)
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So called due to the red coloured soil and stone, do be careful going down Red Pike as the paths have all but eroded and its mainly loose stones. If …
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High Crag Summit
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High Crag is the easternmost of the High Stile range's great summits. From Haystacks, it looks a grand, pyramidal peak and the ascent from this direction, via Gamlin End, is …
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Summit cairn on Lingmell
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Lingmell may be one of Scafell Pike's satellite peaks, but it is a fine mountain in its own right. Its rocky north east face quickens the pulse of hikers ascending …
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Yewbarrow
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This is the fourth Wasdale peak on our Trail 100 list, but despite being the lowest, Yewbarrow is more than a match for its neighbours. Taking the form of an …
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