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Catbells Lakeland Walk

England
Ranked #5 of 19 attractions in Keswick
4.5 of 5 stars 60 Reviews
Type: Hiking Trails
Activities: Walking
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ENGLAND
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5 reviews 5 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I did this with my son who was 7 at the time. It was his first fell!! We both loved it and well worth the rewards of the stunning views from the summit. Ascent via Skellgill Bank. A must for all! Care over the rocky section toward the top is required - but can be tackled by old and young... More

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Cambridge
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012
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This was my first lakeland walk, and I have since returned and done the same route again as I enjoyed it so much. We found the best way was to get the boat across to Hawse from Keswick. The view is a great reward for a bit of hard work on the ascent. More

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Redhill, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Nice mountain walk, i usually go via Skelgill which has a rocky section near the top, the only downside to Catbells is how busy it is! It's like the M25 for walkers! So you can't enjoy the view for long (if at all!) More

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Macclesfield, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

This is not too strenuous and gives you lovely views over Derwent Water. More

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CLEETHORPES
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Wether a first time climber or a seasoned fell walker, Catbells is a very enjoyable climb, rewarding you with beautifull views over Derwent water ane the town of Keswick,recommended. More

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Burnley, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

This is a must for those able to . A inclined path leads up from the lake and the walk back towards offers panoramic views. More

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Newcastle
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Catbells alone is a lovely walk, however quite rocking on one side of the hill, therefore not a novice walk. Fanstaic views however, even though a little cold! More

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Cumbria
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Catbells from the top provides fantastic views. Not too difficult if you are reasonably fit. Can be approached by the Lake launches which are great. More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Love Catbellsl, bit hard in places but excellent views. More

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Prudhoe
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Not as easy as people think, but a beautiful place to attack on our first hill walk for years. Very beautiful scenery as you get higher up the fell. A slight air of pleasure once you have made it back to base. All in all an excellent experience More

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