Cold Fell is the last great summit of the Northern Pennines before the land slowly descends to gentler pastures around the town of Brampton and the River Irthing. It’s a …

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Location: Midgeholme, Carlisle, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Cold Fell & Talkin Fell loop from Jocky Shield Cottage — Geltsdale

18.3km

05:32

610m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Tarn Viewpoint and Bird Hide – Brunwath Viewpoint loop from Hallbankgate

10.7km

03:23

420m

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

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3. Gairs House and Climbing Tree – Gairs Viewpoint loop from Hallbankgate

15km

04:32

490m

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

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51m

November 22, 2022

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 a prominence of at least 150 regardless of height or other features, as of 2020 there are 2011 Marilyns).

Adventurer Nic

August 1, 2020

A great Nuttall mountain to end your peak bagging journey (as showcased by my friend Bryony in the photos) 😀

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Location: Midgeholme, Carlisle, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Cold Fell Summit and Trig Point

1. Cold Fell & Talkin Fell loop from Jocky Shield Cottage — Geltsdale

2. Tarn Viewpoint and Bird Hide – Brunwath Viewpoint loop from Hallbankgate

3. Gairs House and Climbing Tree – Gairs Viewpoint loop from Hallbankgate

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