One of the Yorkshire Three Peaks, Pen-y-Ghent is a visually stunning fell that draws people from all over the country, whether they take part in the classic challenge or not. …

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Location: Halton Gill, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

November 9, 2018

Hiking

For those tackling the Yorkshire Three Peaks in the traditional counterclockwise direction, Pen-y-Ghent is the first summit you reach. At 2,277 feet (694 m), it's the smallest of the three but boasts incredible views of the golden landscape. With decent paths and a few scrambles to boot, it's the perfect warm-up for what's to come.

Anton

December 22, 2020

Hiking

Make sure to walk anti clockwise round,the scramble is easier giingvup

Tom

April 26, 2018

Hiking

Great starter mountain to get you used to the opportunities out there in the rest of the Dales. Good tracks, steep in some parts, and a good beginners' scramble up and over the snout. Don't forget when climbing towards the top, turn around to take in the view.

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1. Three Peaks Challenge — Yorkshire Dales National Park

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

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2. Pen-y-Ghent loop from Horton in Ribblesdale — Yorkshire Dales National Park

10.7km

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

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3. Hull Pot and Pen-y-ghent loop from Horton-in-Ribblesdale — Yorkshire Dales National Park

9.97km

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

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