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Wansfell Pike summit

Wansfell Pike summit

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Wansfell Pike summit

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Rising above the honeypot town of Ambleside is a delightful ridgeline boasting panoramic views to the higher Eastern Fells and down onto the lengthy, sparkling ribbon of Windermere. Hikes to …

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

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JudeK

September 19, 2021

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Wonderful views along Windermere and the valleys at the top make the climb worthwhile. Then a slow steady descent through fields and pretty woodland back to Ambleside.

Anton

May 22, 2022

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If you come straight up from Ambleside,it’s steeper than the other routes available but shorter in distance

Wi La

October 21, 2022

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This was our introduction to the Lake District. Not difficult but very worthwhile. And if you haven't had enough, you can continue hiking to the Red Screes like we did, which then results in an almost 17km long circular hike...

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Elevation 510 m

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

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