OS grid reference NY 270-227

Take the B5289 Borrowdale road out of Keswick and, after about 200 yards, turn left up a short flight of stone steps into the woods. Follow any of the many paths up to the summit…

Getting there

Take the B5289 Borrowdale road out of Keswick and, after about 200 yards, turn left up a short flight of stone steps into the woods. Follow any of the many paths up to the summit.

What to Shoot

For the modest effort involved in reaching the top of Castlehead, the rewards are quite spectacular. The view incorporates Derwentwater, the Borrowdale Valley, the Newlands Valley and Walla Crag. Views cross to Catbells (everyone’s favourite easy fell walk from Keswick) are stunning. The rocks or trig point on the summit make a nice foreground to the shot.