Skelgill Bank – Catbells Summit loop from Keswick

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Skelgill Bank – Catbells Summit loop from Keswick

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Skelgill Bank – Catbells Summit loop from Keswick

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15.6km

400m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.19 km for 90 m

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After 3.38 km for 74 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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66 m

Keswick Launch on Derwent Water

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Derwentwater is located at Keswick. There are larger excursion boats that regularly drive to different parts of the lake. In addition, there are many small rowing boats in the harbor. Nice to watch and take pictures.

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4.79 km

View of Catbells from Lingholm Estate

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These grounds are privately owned, but there is public right of way through the property. It is a beautiful walk through woodland.

Beatrix Potter holidayed at Lingholm many times. Her …

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5.71 km

View of Derwentwater

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One of my favourite places to visit in all weather can get here by walking, driving if parking is available and by steamer

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6.02 km

View of Derwentwater

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see this on the way to and from catbells. this can be done by all ages and fitness levels

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6.08 km

Skelgill Bank

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great little walk starting off with a zig zag path

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6.38 km

Skelgill Bank

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After the steep ascent up from Hawes End, many first time visitors to Catbells initially mistake Skelgill Bank to be the main summit. However, upon reaching the crest, they are …

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7.19 km

View of Derwentwater from Cat Bells

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7.20 km

Catbells Summit

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The hike along Catbells is extremely popular — and for good reason. The walk is absolutely classic; fun terrain, spectacular views, lots of places to stop for picnics. In high …

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