“Binsey occupies the extreme north-west corner of the Lake District. Beyond is the coastal plain, then the sea, then Scotland; nothing intervenes to interrupt this sweeping panorama. What a domain, and what a throne to view it from!”
A Wainwright
Binsey makes a great shorter walk with wonderful views north over the Solway Coast towards Scotland and some of the best views south over Skiddaw and Bassenthwaite Lake.
Grassy slopes and great views make this a stunning short walk suitable for all.
“Binsey occupies the extreme north-west corner of the Lake District. Beyond is the coastal plain, then the sea, then Scotland; nothing intervenes to interrupt this sweeping panorama. What a domain, and what a throne to view it from!”
A Wainwright
From the roadside near Binsey Lodge we climb the grassy slope through bracken clad fellside towards the summit of Binsey, as we climb the views back towards the Skiddaw Massif are wonderful, picking out the fine ridge of Ullock Pike and Long Side encircling the valley of Southernerdale.
From the summit of Binsey the views to the north open up with a glorious panorama over the Solway Firth to Scotland.
The summit of Binsey is also worthy of exploration, and ancient tumulus marks the summit of the fell but the lower cairn to the north west of the summit gives an even better viewpoint over the lower ground towards the Solway coast.
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Where to meet: Binsey Lodge
Postcode: CA7 1HH (approximate)
Grid Reference: NY 235 351
Directions
From Keswick follow the A591 north towards Carlisle, crossing the A66 at the roundabout. Continue on this road pas the village of Bassenthwaite.
just before the Castle Inn is reached on the left turn right, towards Ireby and Uldale.
After 2.2 miles turn left at the junction by Binsey Lodge, you will see space to park on the right hand side of the road shortly after the junction, we will meet here.
Bus Services
Binsey Lodge is not on a bus route, the nearest bus stop is 3km away at Bewaldeth.
The 555 bus runs between Keswick and Carlisle.
The X4 travels from Workington, Cokermouth, Keswick and Penrith, the nearest stop to Binsey Lodge is 3.5km away.
Stagecoach bus timetables can be viewed here
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