Skiddaw is the fourth highest mountain in England at 931 metres above sea level. It is also the oldest in the Lake District with geology dating back over four hundred millions years. Most people fall in love with Skiddaw after admiring its iconic pyramid shaped bulk from the popular town of Keswick, at the foot of the mountain. The route from the suggested parking co-ordinates takes advantage of the Lattrigg car park, already at 300 metres above sea level, taking away the need to ascend a third of the mountains height. You can also walk this route from Keswick by ascending the Cumbria Way path from Keswick to the Lattrigg car park. The route from the parking co-ordinates to the summit of Skiddaw is by far the easiest route to the summit. The route is mostly along an obvious wide track to the summit, making it only moderately difficult in good weather. Skiddaw's exposed position at the northern end of the Lake District does leave it open to the elements. This is a serious mountain with changeable weather conditions at any time of the year. You should always be carrying the right gear and know how to use it, in particular, your map and compass. A great walk for anyone wanting that 3000 foot mountain experience without the usual difficult ascent. The views from the summit to the 'Back o' Skiddaw' and those on the descent over Derwent Water to the rest of the Lake District National Park are awesome.
You will need to bring your own flask of tea/coffee, and for some a Jet boil or MSR stove.
This location is fairly remote, exposed to the elements and can be very boggy in winter so not wanting to teach some to suck eggs but a sturdy pair of boots, gaiters, waterproofs etc are recommended.