Binsey is a rounded, green Wainwright summit that rises in isolation on the fringes of the Lake District. The fell comprises predominantly of grass and heather and is on the gentler end of the hill walking spectrum. Its lonely position means that it rewards with a full panorama and it is a particularly fine viewpoint for the Skiddaw group, the national park’s most ancient fells.

A fine isolated hill on the quiet, northwestern fringes of the Lake District

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Location: Bewaldeth And Snittlegarth, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Binsey Summit – Binsey Parking Area loop from High Ireby

2.37km

00:54

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Binsey Summit loop from Bewaldeth

6.25km

02:05

290m

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

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3. Binsey Summit – Binsey Parking Area loop from Bewaldeth

8.70km

02:41

290m

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

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Adventurer Nic

February 2, 2020

Small but mighty! Binsey is (in my opinion) the easiest of all the 214 Wainwrights to climb. It does still offer wonderful views across Lakeland though. Binsey is a great viewing platform of the Northern Fells of the Lake District National Park. The easiest approach is from the small parking area 'east-south-east' of the summit.

David Howells

October 3, 2022

Beautiful spot and a very easy Wainwright to do. Straight up and down hike easily done in half an hour if you are coming up from the small car park at the Southern end. There are a variety of other hiking options too. Commanding views out over the rest of the fells.

Yvonne

January 12, 2020

Lots of routes up Binsey with views of Scotland and lake District. Shelter next to trig point, ideal stop for lunch

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1. Binsey Summit – Binsey Parking Area loop from High Ireby

2. Binsey Summit loop from Bewaldeth

3. Binsey Summit – Binsey Parking Area loop from Bewaldeth

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