The walk has a gentle start along fairly level paths to Low Birker Farm, before climbing up the fellside to reach a plateau. Passing the stickleback ridge of Crook crag on grassy pathless terrain, we are eventually rewarded with a view of our first hill, Green crag. Ascent is short but steep, and the summit at 489 m provides excellent panoramic views on a clear day. A similarly short descent follows, before crossing pathless moorland to reach the forest path at the foot of Harter Fell. The ascent is steep but worth the effort to arrive at the summit (654 m). A gradual descent on grassy paths, visiting the ruins of Hardknott Roman Fort on the way back.
Distance: 9 miles
Ascent: 850 m
Time: 6 hours
Grade: 3 (Strenuous, moderate pace)
Start: 10.00 am at Brotherilkeld car park (layby near cattle grid), Grid ref: NY213011.
Directions: The car park is near the Eskdale end of the Hardknott pass, which can be accessed from the A595 to the West, or from Ambleside to the East. Parking is limited, so please contact the leader to arrange car sharing.
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
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