Armboth from Thirlmere up High Tove: route map, distance and time
515 m · Lake District C&W · OS grid NY289165
High Tove is a wet, grassy top on the central ridge between Thirlmere and Watendlath, crossed by the old path from Armboth to Watendlath.
Climb the bridleway west from Thirlmere's shore road through the woods and onto the open moor, then follow the ridge to the top.
Armboth from Thirlmere at a glance
| Distance | 2.2 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 331 m |
| Time up | 1h 0m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 1h 25m, down the same way |
| Grade | Moderate |
| Start | Armboth car park, Thirlmere |
| Start grid reference | NY 305 172 |
| Summit grid reference | NY289165 |
Armboth from Thirlmere 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
From OpenStreetMap, within 2 km. Check opening times before you rely on them.
How long Armboth from Thirlmere 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.
High Tove summit weather for this route
There is no recent summit forecast cached for High Tove right now. The main High Tove page loads the live forecast when you open it. Open the live High Tove forecast.
Before you go, also check: MWIS Lake District forecast · Met Office mountain forecast.
About High Tove
High Tove is a wet, grassy top on the central ridge between Thirlmere and Watendlath, crossed by the old path from Armboth to Watendlath. More about High Tove, with the live forecast.
On the lists: Wainwright, Birkett.
Extend the walk: tops near the summit
- Armboth Fell (475 m), 1 km south-east
- High Seat (609 m), 1.5 km north
- Grange Fell (417 m), 2.5 km west
- Great Crag (449 m), 2.6 km south-west
Challenges that include High Tove
More walks from Armboth car park, Thirlmere
Routes in Peakify's guides that start within 500 m of this one, for another day from the same car park.
- Armboth from Thirlmere up Armboth Fell
Other routes up High Tove
| Route | Distance | Ascent | Time up | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watendlath bridleway | 1.6 km one way | 254 m | 0h 45m | Easy |
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location (the start is at NY 305 172, the summit at NY289165), 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.
Armboth from Thirlmere: questions and answers
How far is Armboth from Thirlmere?
Armboth from Thirlmere is 2.2 km one way to the summit of High Tove, with 331 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 4.4 km.
How long does Armboth from Thirlmere take?
About 1h 0m to the summit of High Tove 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 Armboth from Thirlmere?
Armboth from Thirlmere starts from Armboth car park, Thirlmere. The grid reference is NY 305 172.
Is Armboth from Thirlmere suitable for beginners?
Yes, for fit walkers on a clear day. Peakify grades it Moderate: a long climb on a made path, but the top is high, exposed and colder than the start. Turn back if the cloud comes down and you can't navigate.
What time should I start Armboth from Thirlmere today?
By 15:40 at the latest. Sunset on High Tove today is 18:05, Armboth from Thirlmere 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 Armboth from Thirlmere?
Not yet. The Peakify iPhone app can plan the route and export a GPX (Peakify Pro).