The Helm may be diminutive by Lakeland standards, rising to a modest 607 feet (185 m), but what it lacks in height it makes up for with character. This flat-topped upland is home to native ponies, is the site of an Iron Age hillfort and boasts tremendous views towards the Lake District’s mountains to the north west and the Howgill Fells to the east.

Abi Rose

February 26, 2020

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Amazing views into the Lakeland Fells and across to the Howgills. Well worth a trip up!

Charlie Cosh

May 8, 2025

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Easy walk if you from the Station Inn but a lot steeper coming the other way. Great views over Kendal and out into Morecambe Bay .

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1. Kendal Castle, The Helm & the River Kent loop from Kendal

16.2km

04:23

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Kendal – The Helm Trig Point loop from Kendal

7.16km

02:00

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Kendal – The Helm Trig Point loop from Natland

2.87km

00:47

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Stainton, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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The Helm Trig Point

1. Kendal Castle, The Helm & the River Kent loop from Kendal

2. View of Kendal – The Helm Trig Point loop from Kendal

3. View of Kendal – The Helm Trig Point loop from Natland

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