Innominate Tarn on Haystacks is where Alfred Wainwrights ashes were scattered. These are his own words, taken from his Western Fells guidebook - "All I ask for, at the end, …

David Howells

June 15, 2021

Hiking

I knew Wainwright's ashes were scattered here but didn't know his own words and reading Ad Nic's entry above brought a little tear to my eye. As avid wanderers of the hills we all have that connection to our own special place. This is his and I will always remember that now.....

Joss

November 22, 2021

Hiking

Great little tarn with 360 views. Perfect for a sandwhich.

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Elevation 580 m

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Location: Buttermere, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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