Fairfield, Mountain summit in Lake District, England
Fairfield rises to 873 meters above sea level, featuring a flat stony plateau marked with multiple cairns and windbreaks at its highest point.
The mountain became central to the development of British mountaineering during the 19th century when the Lake District attracted early climbing pioneers.
The Fairfield Horseshoe walk, starting from Ambleside, represents a traditional circuit around Rydale valley that mountaineers complete throughout the year.
Multiple paths lead to the summit from different directions, including routes through Great Rigg, Hart Crag, and Grasmere, suitable for different skill levels.
The mountain displays a distinctive bow-tie shape when viewed from above, with steep northern precipices contrasting against gentle southern grassy slopes.
Location: Cumbria
Elevation above the sea: 873 m
GPS coordinates: 54.49705,-2.99163
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:12
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