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Silver How from Chapel Stile — 4.2 km Running Out-and-back

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Silver How from Chapel Stile is a 4.2 km (2.6 miles) out-and-back in South Lakeland, England: hilly, with 268 m of climb, on trail ground.

Lake District National Park
268 mAscent
Paved5%Paved
5/5Hilly
Silver How from Chapel Stile running route
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Location: South Lakeland, England

This challenging 4.2km out-and-back route from Chapel Stile in South Lakeland is a true test of endurance, leading runners up the demanding ascent to Silver How. Runners will navigate a varied terrain of grass, bracken, stone, and rocky sections, with loose stones requiring careful footing on both the climb and the steep descent.

With 268m of ascent over its short distance, this trail is ideal for those seeking a rugged uphill challenge or to build strength for hill races. The stunning views from Silver How at 395m are a reward for your efforts, though runners should remain cautious of steep drops near the summit.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.2 km out-and-back in South Lakeland, England with around 268 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Yes — seriously. It rates 5 out of 5 on our hill scale — long, steep climbing throughout. About 64 metres of climb per kilometre, 268 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.

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LukaszSept 2025
Shoe suggestion: Trail
RichardJun 2024

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