Steel Knotts

Steel Knotts is a mountain summit in the Far Eastern Fells region of the Lake District that rises approximately 432 meters above sea level. The peak features a knobbly ridge that extends from Wether Hill toward Howtown and forms part of the wider fell landscape.

The mountain was shaped during the last Ice Age, and its ridged form reflects the glacial processes that carved out the Lake District landscape. This geological history is visible in the steep slopes and rocky features that define the fell today.

Local residents maintain numerous hiking paths across Steel Knotts that connect different sections of the Lake District walking network.

The summit can be reached via established hiking trails that depart from nearby valleys and villages such as Howtown. Parking is available in surrounding towns, making it straightforward for visitors to access the mountain from various starting points.

The summit has a local name, Pikeawassa, which reflects the traditional knowledge of people who have long inhabited these valleys. From this vantage point, visitors can see across multiple fell peaks and valleys that make up the wider Lake District landscape.

Elevation above the sea: 432 m

GPS coordinates: 54.55524,-2.86681

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08