Welcome to Skiddaw

Skiddaw is a majestic mountain located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is the sixth highest mountain in England, standing at 931 meters tall. Skiddaw is a popular destination for hikers and climbers, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The mountain is easily accessible, with several routes leading to the summit. The most popular route is the tourist path, which starts from the town of Keswick and takes around four hours to complete. Skiddaw is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves the great outdoors and wants to experience the beauty of the Lake District.

Skiddaw is not just a mountain, but a symbol of Cumbria's natural beauty and heritage. The mountain has played an important role in the history of the region, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Neolithic period. Skiddaw has also been a source of inspiration for artists and writers, including William Wordsworth and John Ruskin. The mountain's rugged beauty and wildness have captured the imagination of generations of visitors, making it one of the most iconic landmarks in the Lake District.

Skiddaw is more than just a mountain; it is a gateway to the natural wonders of Cumbria. The surrounding area is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare species such as the red squirrel and the osprey. The mountain is also a popular destination for birdwatchers, with several species of birds of prey, including the peregrine falcon, nesting on its slopes. Skiddaw is a place of natural beauty and wonder, offering visitors a chance to connect with the natural world and experience the magic of the Lake District.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 5.7°C

Wind: 18.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

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Bassenthwaite Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sara Royle	Bassenthwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 4QH 1768776365 School Website
Keswick School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Simon Jackson	Vicarage Hill Keswick Cumbria CA12 5QB 01768772605 School Website
St Herberts C Of E Va Primary And Nursery School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Craig	Trinity Way Keswick Cumbria CA12 4HZ 01768773017 School Website
Braithwaite C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Laker	Braithwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 5TD 01768778356 School Website
Threlkeld Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Abigail Jardine	Blease Road Threlkeld Keswick Cumbria CA12 4RX 1768779680 School Website
Ireby C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Michael John	Ireby Wigton Cumbria CA7 1DS 01697371367 School Website
Lorton School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Olivia Harrison	High Lorton Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9UL 190085919 School Website
Fellview Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Gillian Mcelvogue	Caldbeck Wigton Cumbria CA7 8HF 01697478437 School Website
St Michaels C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Polly Page	Bothel Wigton Cumbria CA7 2HN 01697320632 School Website
All Saints C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Smallwood	Slatefell Drive Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9BH 01900823431 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aspatria Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW 10.49 Miles

Wigton Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 12.26 Miles

Maryport Millpot Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6DA 14.61 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 14.89 Miles

Flimby Station Road, Flimby, Cumbria, CA15 8QN 15.16 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Iains Taxis 01758 736333 Rose Cottage, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP 2.70 Miles
Iains Taxis 017687 36333 Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP 2.70 Miles
Keswick Taxis 017687 75585 Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU 3.29 Miles
Dnk Taxis 017687 74959 25 Coleridge Ct, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QE 3.36 Miles
Derwent Taxis 017687 75585 2 Forge Close, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NX 3.45 Miles
Davies Taxis 017687 72676 25 Helvellyn St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EN 3.64 Miles
Blencathra Taxis 07884 433 638 Lesley Anne Cottage, Doddick Farm, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SY 5.14 Miles
Michaels Taxis 01900 821441 7 Highfield Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9JF 8.11 Miles
Cockermouth Taxi Co 01900 826649 17 Grassmoor Av, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9AF 8.46 Miles
Eric's Taxis 07879 118222 Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QN 9.04 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Castlehead Medical Centre 01768 772025	Castlehead Medical Centre Ambleside Road Keswick Cumbria CA12 4DB
Caldbeck Surgery 01697 478254	Caldbeck Surgery Friar Row,Caldbeck Wigton Cumbria CA7 8DS
Castlegate And Derwent Surgery 01900 705750	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT

Local Stores

Keswick
Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5EF
01768 772688
Store Website
3.40 miles

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SPAR High Hill Garage
HIGH HILL
KESWICK
CA12 5NY
01768772768
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Millcroft Veterinary Surgery Southey Industrial Estate Keswick Cumbria CA12 5NR 01768 772590 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 3.25 miles


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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0HR 01900 826666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 8.96 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
8A Station Road Aspatria Wigton Cumbria CA7 2AL 01900 826666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 10.51 miles

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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park Syke Road Wigton Cumbria CA7 9NE 01697 342174 info@wigtonvets.co.uk Website 11.33 miles
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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SQ 01768 484258 vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk Website 11.44 miles
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Paragon Veterinary Group
Townhead Veterinary Centre Townhead Farm Newbiggin, Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0HT 017684 83789 townhead@paragonvet.com Website 13.01 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Latrigg
A Circular Walk On One Of The Lowest Fells In The Lake District. This Walk Provides Outstanding Views Over Keswick And The Surrounding Area, Including Derwent Water And Bassenthwaite Lake. CA12 4PH 2.21 miles From Keswick, Take The A591 To Carlisle. After The First Roundabout, Take The First Right Turn To Skiddaw. The Car Park Is At The End Of The Narrow Road.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle Stands On A Natural Plateau Providing An Excellent Panoramic View Across The Surrounding Fells. It Is Composed Of 38 Free Standing Stones, With Some Being Up To 3 Metres High. It Is One Of Britain’S Earliest Stone Circles Dating Back Between 4,000 - 5,000 Years. CA12 5DN 3.65 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy. CA12 5TW 4.18 miles From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.

Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland. CA13 9XA 9.23 miles From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.

Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day. LA22 9TA 14.15 miles From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.

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Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes. LA22 9JU 14.30 miles From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.6°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-5.8°C	-6.2°C	-6.3°C	-5°C	-2.8°C	-0.1°C	1.8°C	2.1°C	1.1°C	2.9°C	-0.7°C

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