A circuit over the most southerly fell in the Lake District, involving a noticeable amount of ascent (and descent!) on grassy paths.
A short road section leads to an old path, before starting the ascent up White Combe, which eventually flattens and the going becomes easier. After reaching the col at Whitecombe Head, further ascent takes us to the shelter cairn and trig point of Black Combe. On a clear day, this offers wonderful views of Morecambe Bay and the Isle of Man. The descent down the eastern flank of the combe is on close-cropped grass, and is steep (and possibly slippy) in places.
An alternative route may be taken if the weather decides to be unfriendly.
Distance: 6 miles
Time: 4.5 hours
Total ascent: 600m
Grade: 3
Start: 10 am at lay-by on the A595 at Beckside . Grid ref. SD 153847.
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
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