Pen-y-ghent
This iconic summit is the lower - but by no means least worthy - of the famous ‘Three Peaks’ at 694m above sea level.
We first ascend Pen-y-ghent via the direct Three Peaks route from Horton-in-Ribblesdale before taking in the wide-ranging views from the summit. With a whole day available, our extended route takes us down through moorland to the mysterious Hull Pot, one of the Dales’ most unusual geological features, and down the newly constructed Three Peaks path in an area previously too boggy to access easily. We then pick up the Pennine Way and enjoy the relatively level walk back to our starting point and the welcoming inns and cafes of Horton-in-Ribblesdale.
7 miles (11km) with 1800 feet (550m) of ascent and the same in descent. Some short but steep rocky sections where hands may be required.
This route takes in a mixture of terrains including defined but uneven tracks and boggy open moorland so appropriate footwear must be worn; this is a fairly remote and exposed area so waterproofs and spare warm clothing should be carried at all times.
We first ascend Pen-y-ghent via the direct Three Peaks route from Horton-in-Ribblesdale before taking in the wide-ranging views from the summit. With a whole day available, our extended route takes us down through moorland to the mysterious Hull Pot, one of the Dales’ most unusual geological features, and down the newly constructed Three Peaks path in an area previously too boggy to access easily. We then pick up the Pennine Way and enjoy the relatively level walk back to our starting point and the welcoming inns and cafes of Horton-in-Ribblesdale.
7 miles (11km) with 1800 feet (550m) of ascent and the same in descent. Some short but steep rocky sections where hands may be required.
This route takes in a mixture of terrains including defined but uneven tracks and boggy open moorland so appropriate footwear must be worn; this is a fairly remote and exposed area so waterproofs and spare warm clothing should be carried at all times.