the best route of ascent is from the minor road linking docker and lambrigg head, which runs across the northern slopes of the fell. however, car parking is very limited near to the access gate. a track runs most of the way towards the summit, passing a small reservoir. the landowner is strongly opposed to use of this track from the top sheepfold onwards and the right of way follows a due south route over boggy ground from the top sheepfold. this gives a walk of about two and a half miles. note that the right of way does not reach the summit and the landowner has acted to prevent those making the 200metre diversion to get to the top.