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March 31, 2021
Brant Fell – Orrest Head Loop from Bowness on Windermere
Moderate
03:20
11.4km
3.4km/h
290m
290m
Overview
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Waypoints
A
Start point
1
1.07 km
View of Lake Windermere from Brant Fell
Highlight • Viewpoint
Nice stroll uphill from Bowness up the Dales Way, add Brant Fell to the circuit and return via Helm Road.
Tip by
2
1.49 km
Brant Fell
Highlight • Viewpoint
The hike up to Brant Fell is quite easy, though some of the paths may be a bit muddy, especially when it's been raining for a while. The views from the summit are just spectacular.
Tip by
3
5.81 km
Orrest Head
Highlight • Viewpoint
Orrest Head played a pivotal role in the development of the Lake District's fellwalking culture. It was the seed that sprouted and grew into a magnificent tree – the fruits …
Tip by
4
10.6 km
The Royal Oak
Highlight • Restaurant
Great restaurant with views over the lake
Tip by
5
10.8 km
Bowness Bay
Highlight • Beach
Nice little beach by the lakeside. A great spot to eat ice cream and feed the ducks. Plenty of refreshment options and facilities nearby too.
Tip by
6
11.0 km
Windermere Lake Cruises Pier
Highlight • Lake
Never went on a boat trip, however i can say that many people were queing, so they must be worth a go.
Tip by
B
11.4 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.23 km
4.17 km
1.55 km
828 m
384 m
221 m
Surfaces
6.12 km
2.42 km
1.59 km
1.17 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Highest point (220 m)
Lowest point (50 m)
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