Orrest Head Miles Without Stiles route

⌖ Windermere & Ambleside · Windermere village

A woodland climb to the Orrest Head viewpoint, following the National Park's Miles Without Stiles route. Allow for roughly 3.5km there and back and 120m of ascent; the official grade is ‘for some’.

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✓ Miles Without Stiles✓ For some✓ Steep gradients

Visitor viewThe initial tarmac section reaches 1:4 gradients. Use the signed accessible route, not the separate wildlife sculpture trail with steps, steep slopes and soft ground. This is not an easy or universally buggy-suitable route. Keep dogs close and on leads around livestock.

Before bookingAssess the climb and descent against your buggy's brakes, loaded weight and your ability. Check conditions first; the published 1.74km route distance is one way, with about 3.5km needed for the return trip.

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