Place Fell
Mountain in North West England
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The hike up Place Fell
The route starts at George Starkey Hut — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Place Fell?
Place Fell is 657 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 261 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Place Fell?
From George Starkey Hut it is about 3.4 km one way with 512 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 19 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Place Fell?
The nearest starting point is George Starkey Hut (southwest of the peak) — 3.4 km on foot · ↑ 512 m · about 3 h 19 min round trip. Alternative: Sykeside Bunkhouse (south of the peak) (about 6.4 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 Place Fell in Conquer?
Yes — Place Fell 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 Place Fell in the app
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