The long High Street ridge continues all the way south to the A591, ending with several excellent medium size hillocks. The ridge separates two major valleys but is crossed by the Garburn Road, which has long carried travelers over the hill.
The high hills are certainly the main attraction for many folk, but the lesser hills provide easier challenges and in many ways, better views of the surrounding peaks. Loughrigg and Wansfell are two nearby examples of lower summits which give great views. This cache is on Sour Howes, part of Applethwaite Common, and gives an equally fine panorama. Pick a good day.
The summit is comprised of many lumps and bumps with little paths threading between. Having found the cache it's worth exploring some of the other lumps to maximise the view. The cache is at the eastern end of a rocky ridge, tucked away in a small slot. Most easily found by standing on a grassy 'ledge' about six feet lower than top of ridge. Look W along the ridge.
A route
Lots of start points exist and routes ascend from all directions - too many to mention. A good option, however, is to start at the parking shown below, at Church Bridge.
Zig and zag up a great old lane past The Howe and up to the main Garburn Road. For a gentle ascent, continue on the 'road' to the top of the pass. Just after a patch of trees, turn right and follow the wall and small path along the ridge. From the cache you can head straight down to the old quarry for a shorter return. The quarry is interesting to explore. This route is just over 8km/5m.