Pillar from Honister Slate Mine (High Level / Shamrock route)

Lake District National Park

Honister Slate Mine - Grey Knotts - Brandreth - Pillar - Honister Slate Mine

Hiking Severe

Distance: 16 km
Ascent: 1.2 km
Descent: 1.2 km
Duration: 5-6 hrs

Low Point: 280 m
High Point: 891 m
Gradient: 19˚

Pillar from Honister Slate Mine (High Level / Shamrock route) Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between April and October. From a low point of 280 m to the maximum altitude of 891 m, the route covers 16 km, 1239 vertical metres of ascent and 1239 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Honister Slate Mine - Grey Knotts - Brandreth - Pillar - Honister Slate Mine

Difficulty

Severe

Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.

High Exposure

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

Features

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