The Top 7 Peaks around Greenhead
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Greenhead is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 7
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 Greenhead 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 Greenhead for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 12, 2025
Winshield Crags trig point
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Winshield Crags is the highest point on Hadrian’s Wall, at 1,132 feet (345 m). It's topped by the obligatory trig pillar and offers beautiful views across the rugged Northumberland landscape.
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Cold Fell Summit and Trig Point
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Cold Fell is the most northerly mountain in Cumbria. It's in the North Pennines range with an altitude of 621m. The local prominence also gives it Marilyn status (Marilyns have …
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Winshield Crags summit
Highlight • Summit
weather can be difficult to predict here so pack wisely
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Highshield Crags 283m P35 (928ft)
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great spot for photos
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Peel Crags East Top — 276.8 m (908 ft), prominence 21.0 m
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Peel Crags East Top 276.8m P21.0 (908ft)
(Hill ID: 504137) [JNSA 14494]
Northumberland National Park Definitive List summit.
County of Northumberland Definitive List summit.
(Hill ID: 504137) [JNSA 14494]
Northumberland National Park Definitive List summit.
County of Northumberland Definitive List summit.
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Peel Crags — 278 m (912 ft), prominence 26 m (P26)
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Peel Crags 278m P26 (912ft)
(DoBIH Hill ID: 18704) [JNSA 14446]
Northumberland National Park Definitive List summit.
County of Northumberland Definitive List summit.
(DoBIH Hill ID: 18704) [JNSA 14446]
Northumberland National Park Definitive List summit.
County of Northumberland Definitive List summit.
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Talkin Fell Summit Cairns
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Talkin Fell summit has a series of interesting cairns and a heart shaped windbreak as well as a trig point. It's not a huge fell at 381m but offers great views north and east.
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