Sun 23 Jan 2011 - Fairfield

Walk for 23 January - Fairfield Horseshoe

Walk starts with track through fields to Rydal, then a steep ascent up Nab Scar, onto a broad ridge including Heron Pike and Great Rigg and up to the summit of Fairfield. On the far side of the horseshoe, we descend steeply from Hart Crag, ascend Dove Crag, then it's a gradual descent all the way to Ambleside. Stunning views all round, weather permitting!

Distance: 10.5 miles/17km
Time: approx 6-7 hours
Total ascent: 1050m
Start: suggest parking by the wall under Loughrigg, near the River Rothay and Rothay Park, meet 9:15am for 9.30am start
Car share: 8.30 morrisons Kendal (I will not be there)

Leader: Rob 0777 398 6512