A climb of Blencathra (Saddleback] via the steep Gategill route

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INDY May 27, 2025 Threlkeld, Gategill Fell, Blencathra, Blease Fell

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Distance 4.80 miles, Time 3.25 h, Total Ascent 2,444 ft Imperial | Metric

INDY SAYS: Gategill was steep, the rest was OK on good wide paths

Start: Threlkeld

1) Buses from Keswick / Penrith to Threlkeld
2) Car parking in Threlkeld village (with due care) and some dedicated car parks [eg NY 31851 25603]

Route

Threlkeld, Gategill Fell, Blencathra, Blease Fell
Distance 4.80 miles, Time 3.25 h, Total Ascent 2,444 ft
Wainwright Pictorial Guide: The Northern Fells

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Route maps from Ordnance Survey are scaled 1:25000 unless otherwise indicated.
Distance, Hike Time and Total Ascent as supplied by OS. Image shows planned route.
Distance 4.80 miles, Time 3.25 h, Total Ascent 2,444 ft

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