The Top 20 Peaks around Skelwith
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Skelwith 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 Skelwith 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 Skelwith for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 17, 2025
Old Man of Coniston Summit
Highlight • Summit
A Southern Fells classic, Coniston Old Man might be industry-scarred, but it remains stoical and unbowed. Towering high above the village of Coniston, it's a rightfully popular fell with good …
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Wansfell Pike Summit
Highlight • Summit
Wonderful views along Windermere and the valleys at the top make the climb worthwhile. Then a slow steady descent through fields and pretty woodland back to Ambleside.
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Fairfield Summit
Highlight • Trail
Centrepiece of its namesake horseshoe, Fairfield is rarely a walker’s sole goal. Instead it is renowned as the highest point of the much-frequented Fairfield Horseshoe, a looped ridge walk bagging …
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Brim Fell Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Brim Fell is a great fell in the southern Lake District. Often all the hard work is done during an the ascent of either Old Man of Coniston or Swirl How but we celebrate reaching the summit all the same.
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Loughrigg Fell Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Loughrigg Fell might not be the tallest peak in the Lake District. Standing on the summit you would hardy guess, though. Due to its prominent and exposed position, Loughrigg Fell …
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