Great Gable, Mountain summit in Cumbria, United Kingdom.
Great Gable is a 899-meter mountain in Cumbria that appears pyramidal from Wasdale and dome-shaped from other viewpoints. The peak consists of rocky terrain with clear sight lines to surrounding fells and valley floors.
A memorial plaque on the summit honors Fell & Rock Climbing Club members who lost their lives during the First World War. This dedication reflects the mountain's importance to the climbing community during the post-war period.
Every Remembrance Sunday, climbers gather at the summit for a service honoring fallen mountaineers from the climbing world. This annual gathering brings the climbing community together to pay respects to those who have passed.
Multiple routes reach the summit, with the Honister path providing an easier ascent than the more demanding Wasdale route. Wear suitable footwear and allow enough time, as conditions and difficulty vary significantly between approaches.
The mountain features notable rock formations called Napes Needle and the Sphinx that serve as natural reference points for climbers. These named structures have drawn mountaineers for generations seeking these distinctive climbing features.
Location: Cumbria
Elevation above the sea: 899 m
GPS coordinates: 54.48207,-3.21921
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06
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