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Elevation
634m
2,080 ft
Prominence
21m
Coordinates
54.5165, -3.2181
NY212141
OS Map
89 90
Explorer: OL4S
The summit features a rocky outcrop with a small cairn. Make sure to take a selfie here, as your friends will surely want proof that you made it!
Predominantly slate with some volcanic rock, typical of the Lake District's complex geological history, which provides a diverse habitat for wildlife.
Spectacular views of Great Gable, the Buttermere Valley, and the surrounding fells.
The name 'Honister' is derived from Old Norse, meaning 'the hill of the deer', while 'Crag' indicates rocky cliffs.
The area has a rich mining history, particularly renowned for its slate quarrying, which shaped the local economy for centuries.
A direct ascent from the famous Honister Slate Mine, offering stunning views along the way. This route is well-trodden and leads through varied terrain.
Honister Slate Mine car park, with a small fee but it gives you a great excuse to visit the mine's shop.
Bus service from Keswick to the Honister Slate Mine.
The Honister Slate Mine Visitor Centre offers toilet facilities and a café serving delicious homemade cakes and hot drinks.
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