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Great Dun Fell Radar Station

Great Dun Fell Radar Station

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Great Dun Fell Radar Station

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North Pennines National Landscape

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Location: Milburn, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

May 23, 2019

Hiking

Standing at 2,782 feet (848 m) tall, Great Dun Fell affords spectacular views over the melancholy moors. It's the second-highest mountain in the Pennines, with its taller neighbour, Cross Fell, just 2 miles (3.2 km) away. The summit is home to the Civil Aviation Authority’s air traffic control radar. The summit domes are visible for 40 miles (60 km) around.

Modestas

January 19, 2024

Hiking

Great Dun Fell is a mountain in the Pennines of northern England, and it is known for several distinctive features. Here are some key points about Great Dun Fell:

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David Howells

July 19, 2024

Hiking

Great Dun Fell is a great hill to do, and at 848 metres high, it is a UK designated Nuttall. Coming up from Milburn is a great hike, but a …

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Best routes near Great Dun Fell Radar Station

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Great Dun Fell and Knock Fell Loop

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05:19

670m

Hike the difficult 10.5-mile Great Dun Fell and Knock Fell Loop for expansive views, varied terrain, and the iconic radar station.

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Cross Fell loop on the Pennine Way from Dufton

32.0km

09:31

930m

Hike the challenging 19.9-mile Cross Fell loop from Dufton, gaining 3050 feet for panoramic views in the North Pennines.

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