Sallows is a

picturesque, green fell above Kentmere and Troutbeck in the eastern Lake

District. Along with neighbouring Sour Howes, it is the last high ground on the

western limb of the Kentmere Horseshoe. Often referred to as Kentmere Park,

this fell is the highest point on the broader Applethwaite Common.

A serene summit

boasting extensive views of mountain, coast and lake

There’s no technical

challenge awaiting you on Sallows and this is a walker’s hill in every sense.

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Lake District National Park

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

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1. Sour Howes – Sallows Summit loop from Troutbeck

8.86km

02:56

410m

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

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2. Sour Howes – Ill Bell loop from Troutbeck

19.7km

06:47

1,000m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Sallows Summit – Sour Howes loop from Troutbeck Bridge

11.0km

03:22

370m

360m

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

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Tips

Dan Hobson

October 24, 2018

Sallows and its neighbour Sour Howes are little known outside of Wainwright collectors as they are not on the route anywhere particular, nor overly shapely or distinctive. That said, legendary fellwalker and author Alfred Wainwright included them in his Far Eastern Fells book. The spectacular views from these two summits are due rewards for your effort.

The Yorkshire Hiker

April 1, 2025

You’ll need to look carefully for the tiny OS plate (see my photo) that marks this summit

Adam Brown

July 21, 2025

No real trig on this one. But if you had clesr skies, you'd have cracking views 360

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Elevation 500 m

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

Sallows Summit

1. Sour Howes – Sallows Summit loop from Troutbeck

2. Sour Howes – Ill Bell loop from Troutbeck

3. Sallows Summit – Sour Howes loop from Troutbeck Bridge

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