Slight Side

Wainwright in Lake District, Southern Fells

  • 762m / 2500ft
  • Moderate

Slight Side is a prominent Wainwright fell nestled in the Lake District's Southern Fells. Standing tall at 762m, it offers a moderate-level challenge for hikers seeking stunning views. This peak is surrounded by picturesque locations such as the charming village of Eskdale and the historic Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway. With its rocky terrain and captivating vistas, Slight Side beckons adventurers to explore the beauty of the Lake District region.

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Details

Height
762m / 2500ft
Grid reference
NY 20991 05014
Summit feature
Small cairn on rocky tor
Drop
14m
Col
748m NY210051
OS map sheets

(1:50k) 89 90
(1:25k) OL6N

Observations
Tor 40m nw at ny 20970 05030 is 30cm lower
Parent
Scafell Pike

Current Weather (3am)

Clear sky

6.3℃

Rain

0mm

Wind

4mph (NE)

Nearby Fells

Scafell

0.93 miles away

Scafell Pike

1.41 miles away

Lingmell

1.96 miles away

Hard Knott

2.13 miles away