Great Borne
Mountain in North West England
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The hike up Great Borne
The route starts at Bowness Knott Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Great Borne?
Great Borne is 616 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 113 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Great Borne?
From Bowness Knott Car Park it is about 2.4 km one way with 495 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 57 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Great Borne?
The nearest parking is Bowness Knott Car Park (southwest of the peak) — 2.4 km on foot · ↑ 495 m · about 2 h 57 min round trip. Alternative: Bleach Green Car Park (west of the peak) (about 5.1 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Great Borne in Conquer?
Yes — Great Borne is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Great Borne in the app
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