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School Knott Summit

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School Knott Summit

Recommended by 196 hikers out of 197

Like the famous viewpoint of Orrest Head, School Knott is a modest fell above the village of Windermere that rewards with glorious views of the lake and the higher Lakeland …

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Lake District National Park

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    1. Orrest Head, Brant Fell & Bowness Bay loop from Windermere — Lake District National Park

    14.0km

    04:03

    350m

    350m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Intermediate

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

    Intermediate

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

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    September 24, 2021

    Like Orrest Head, School Knott's grassy summit reveals stupendous views down onto Windermere (both lake and town) and across the fells of southern and central Lakeland. From here, the craggy citadels of the Langdale Pikes look particularly dramatic. It's difficult to surmount School Knott and not want to immediately head into the mountainous heart of the national park.

      August 31, 2016

      Wide views in all directions and well beyond Windermere.

        October 30, 2019

        Amazing views from the top

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          Elevation 280 m

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

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