Braithwaite via the north ridge up Barrow (Lake District C&W): route map, distance and time
455 m · Lake District C&W · OS grid NY227218
Barrow is a 455m heathery fell above Braithwaite, a short climb with views over Derwentwater and the Newlands valley.
A clear path climbs the heathery north ridge straight to the summit.
Braithwaite via the north ridge at a glance
| Distance | 2.1 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 366 m |
| Time up | 1h 0m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 1h 25m, down the same way |
| Grade | Easy |
| Start | Braithwaite village |
| Start grid reference | NY 232 236 |
| Summit grid reference | NY227218 |
Braithwaite via the north ridge map
The start (green) and the summit (blue). Peakify has no GPX track for this route yet, so follow the description and your map.
Height profile and getting to the start
Near the start
- Royal Oak0.1 km
- Coledale Inn0.3 km
- Farmers Arms1.7 km
- Jasper's0.1 km
- Tea Shop2.0 km
- The Chalet, Tearooms and Restaurant2.0 km
- Hope Memorial Camp0.4 km
- Lanefoot Farm1.0 km
From OpenStreetMap, within 2 km. Check opening times before you rely on them.
How long the Braithwaite via the north ridge takes
| Pace | To the top | There and back |
|---|---|---|
| Brisk 6 km/h, 8 min per 100 m up | 0h 50m | 1h 10m |
| Steady (Naismith) 5 km/h, 10 min per 100 m up | 1h 0m | 1h 25m |
| Relaxed 4 km/h, 12 min per 100 m up | 1h 15m | 1h 45m |
Times leave out stops. Coming down the same way, the table counts the ascent once; steep descents on rough ground can be as slow as the climb.
- Today: sunrise 07:49, sunset 18:05. Start by 15:40 to be down before dark, allowing 1h 25m for the walk and an hour for stops.
- Tomorrow: sunrise 07:51, sunset 18:03. Start by 15:38 to be down before dark, allowing 1h 25m for the walk and an hour for stops.
Barrow summit weather for this route
There is no recent summit forecast cached for Barrow right now. The main Barrow page loads the live forecast when you open it. Open the live Barrow forecast.
Before you go, also check: MWIS Lake District forecast · Met Office mountain forecast.
About Barrow
Barrow is a 455m heathery fell above Braithwaite, a short climb with views over Derwentwater and the Newlands valley. More about Barrow, with the live forecast.
On the lists: Wainwright, Birkett.
Extend the walk: tops near the summit
- Causey Pike (637 m), 1.3 km south-west
- Outerside (568 m), 1.6 km west
- Scar Crags (672 m), 2.2 km south-west
- Cat Bells (451 m), 2.6 km south-east
- Grisedale Pike (790 m), 2.9 km west
- Ard Crags (581 m), 2.9 km south-west
Challenges that include Barrow
More walks from Braithwaite village
Routes in Peakify's guides that start within 500 m of this one, for another day from the same car park.
- Coledale Horseshoe up Grisedale Pike
- Braithwaite via Barrow and Stile End up Outerside
- Braithwaite via Causey Pike ridge up Sail
- Braithwaite via Sail Pass up Scar Crags
Other routes up Barrow
| Route | Distance | Ascent | Time up | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stair via Barrow Door | 3.0 km one way | 356 m | 1h 10m | Easy |
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location (the start is at NY 232 236, the summit at NY227218), what happened and how many are in your group. If you have no signal for a call, a text to 999 works once you have registered your phone with emergencySMS: text "register" to 999 before you go.
Braithwaite via the north ridge: questions and answers
How far is the Braithwaite via the north ridge?
The Braithwaite via the north ridge is 2.1 km one way to the summit of Barrow, with 366 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 4.2 km.
How long does the Braithwaite via the north ridge take?
About 1h 0m to the summit of Barrow and 1h 25m there and back by Naismith's rule (5 km/h plus 10 minutes per 100 m of ascent), before stops. A relaxed group takes nearer 1h 45m for the round trip.
Where do you park for the Braithwaite via the north ridge?
The Braithwaite via the north ridge starts from Braithwaite village. The grid reference is NY 232 236.
Is the Braithwaite via the north ridge suitable for beginners?
Yes. Peakify grades it Easy: a fit beginner can walk it on a clear day. Take a map, warm layers and waterproofs all the same.
What time should I start the Braithwaite via the north ridge today?
By 15:40 at the latest. Sunset on Barrow today is 18:05, The Braithwaite via the north ridge takes about 1h 25m there and back, and that leaves an hour for stops. Start earlier in winter or if the forecast turns.
Is there a GPX for the Braithwaite via the north ridge?
Not yet. The Peakify iPhone app can plan the route and export a GPX (Peakify Pro).