Red Screes

Red Screes is a mountain summit with a broad plateau of grass and stones in the Lake District. The peak sits at 776 meters and features steep cliffs on its eastern side that overlook the valleys below.

The mountain contains evidence of lead and copper mining from earlier periods, with a tunnel dug into the hillside from extraction attempts. These mining activities shaped the landscape over several decades.

The name comes from the reddish rock exposed on the slopes above Kirkstone Pass. The landscape reflects how miners once worked these heights, leaving traces that walkers still notice today.

The climb from Kirkstone Pass is steep and requires sturdy footwear and good navigation skills. Four different routes approach the summit from different directions, allowing walkers to choose based on their starting point and preferences.

The summit has multiple cairns of equal height, with one positioned two meters northwest of the main survey point. Walkers often miss this detail, making it a quiet discovery for those who look closely.

Location: Cumbria

Elevation above the sea: 776 m

GPS coordinates: 54.47062,-2.93267

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26