The Wainwright summit of Long Side rises at the apex of the gloriously dramatic Longside Edge, a relatively narrow ridge flung out northwest from Skiddaw’s western arm. A striking pyramid …

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Location: Bassenthwaite, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Alex Foxfield

August 1, 2022

Hiking

Long Side is a superb Wainwright fell, the central summit of the excellent Longside Edge. This narrowish ridge is undoubtedly the best way up or down Skiddaw, giving excitement regardless of whether you're hiking or running. I find the temptation to run it even when I'm hiking too much to ignore.

The views are also excellent. Skiddaw's regal, slatey dome rises beyond the silent valley of Southerndale, while Bassenthwaite Lake glistens to the west.

Adventurer Nic

February 2, 2020

Hiking

Long Side is most often approached from either Ullock Pike or Carl Side along Longside Edge. A great Northern Fell at 734m.

Andrew

October 5, 2021

Hiking

A lower level but intersting point, and the small ridge is exciting to walk along.

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1. Ullock Pike – Long Side Summit loop from Mirehouse (S bound)

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2. Skiddaw Summit – Long Side Summit loop from Applethwaite

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3. Long Side Summit – Skiddaw Summit loop from Bassenthwaite

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Location: Bassenthwaite, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Ullock Pike – Long Side Summit loop from Mirehouse (S bound)

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