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Bleaberry Tarn

Recommended by 47 hikers out of 48

This Highlight is in a protected area

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

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1. High Stile Summit – Buttermere loop from Buttermere

12.4km

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Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Haystacks Summit – High Stile Summit loop from Buttermere

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3. Scale Force Waterfall – Red Pike (Buttermere) loop from Buttermere

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Alex Foxfield

August 2, 2022

When describing the High Stile range, Alfred Wainwright described Bleaberry Tarn as lying 'in the central recess like a jewel'. It's situation at the base of the hanging valley of Bleaberry Comb is magnificent, with the impressive peaks of Red Pike and High Stile high above. It also offers great views towards Grasmoor and the other high peaks of the North Western Fells.

The tarn is easily reached from the village of Buttermere and is often visited on an ascent of Red Pike, the shapely high summit on the northwestern end of the High Stile range. A visit to the subsidiary summit of Dodd is well worth it too, even if it isn't a Wainwright.

Tom

June 17, 2019

Nice little spot to take 5 at the foot of Red Pike, or even a dip if your brave enough.

Ann (Peregrinate North West & Beyond)

August 6, 2023

Very peaceful and a nice stop on the way to Red Pike

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Elevation 540 m

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

Bleaberry Tarn

1. High Stile Summit – Buttermere loop from Buttermere

2. Haystacks Summit – High Stile Summit loop from Buttermere

3. Scale Force Waterfall – Red Pike (Buttermere) loop from Buttermere

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