Skiddaw Little Man

Skiddaw Little Man is a mountain summit in the Lake District reaching 865 meters, featuring steep slopes composed of Skiddaw slate. The peak sits adjacent to the larger Skiddaw massif and commands views across the northern valleys below.

Early mountain guidebook authors classified this peak as an independent fell despite its connection to the larger Skiddaw complex. This distinction reflects its recognition as a separate climbing destination within the Lake District.

Mountain writers Alfred Wainwright and Bill Birkett classified this peak as an independent fell despite its connection to the Skiddaw massif.

The climb starts from a car park at lower elevation and follows marked stone paths leading upward. These routes remain accessible year-round, though wet conditions can make the paths slippery.

On clear days, the southern slopes reveal views extending across the Solway Firth toward Scotland in the distance. This expansive outlook across water and land offers a sense of scale beyond what many visitors expect.