Hardknott

Hardknott is currently open although trees still block some trails. Please adhere to all safety signage and at this time stick to main tracks and do not walk under leaning or hanging trees.

Visitor information

How to find us

Please note that the postcode used is the nearest postcode for the site. Follow the directions by car for the specific car park location.

Sat Nav Postcode:

LA20 6EG

Hardknott, Broughton-in-Furness

By Car

From the south leaving the A5920 at Duddon Bridge take the minor road to Ulpha and then continue north on the minor road towards Seathwaite. After approximately 2 miles after Seathwaite the car par is on your left. From the north take the A593 from Ambleside towards Skelwith Bridge. Them take the B5343 to Elterwater. Turn left into Elterwater and follow the minor road to Little Langdale. From Little Langdale travel over Wrynose Pass towards Cockley Beck and continue south from Cockley Beck and after approximately 1 mile the car park is on your right.

OS Grid Ref

SD2341 9935

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Hardknott

Take a walk within an exciting ecological restoration project in the heart of the Lake District.

The entire 630 hectare site at Hardknott Forest is being restored to native habitats of oak and birch woodland, peatbogs, heather and grassland.

Walks through the forest offer great opportunities to observe wildlife, enjoy stunning scenery and see the results of the practical work being done by the Restoring Hardknott Forest project.

At a glance

Forest fire risk - Never light a BBQ, campfire or stove in the forest.

Walking trails available on public rights of way

08/06/2022 11:36

Volunteering opportunities

08/06/2022 11:36

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