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

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Wigglewally

January 11, 2025

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Great views achieved quickly - very direct walk.

FrankE

August 29, 2017

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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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Adventurer Nic

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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1. Butharlyp Howe – Stone Arthur Summit loop from Grasmere

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2. Fairfield Summit – Stone Arthur Summit loop from Seat Sandal

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3. Stone Arthur Summit – Fairfield Summit loop from Grasmere

16.9km

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

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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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1. Butharlyp Howe – Stone Arthur Summit loop from Grasmere

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