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North West England

Stone Arthur Summit

North West England

Stone Arthur Summit

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Stone Arthur Summit

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Also referred to as Arthur’s Chair, Stone Arthur is a rocky tor, clearly visible to the northeast of Grasmere village. Technically an outcrop on Great Rigg’s southwestern arm, it was, …

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Lake District National Park

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

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Tips

January 11, 2025

Hiking

Great views achieved quickly - very direct walk.

August 29, 2017

Hiking

With a beautiful view of Grasmere. Better to hike Stone Arthur from the top, the climb from the bottom is a bit difficult. Better take the lateral path and then back.

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April 28, 2021

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I added Stone Arthur to the traditional Fairfield Horseshoe by traversing between Heron Pike and Stone Arthur around the 520 m contour line. I filled up on water from the stream between which was very useful.

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Stone Arthur Summit – Fairfield Summit loop from Grasmere

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Heron Pike – Stone Arthur Summit loop from Lakes

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#3.

Butharlyp Howe – Stone Arthur Summit loop from Grasmere

5.53km

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420m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 480 m

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

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