Start Time: 10.00 am (at the “Theatre by the
Lake”, Keswick, CA12 5DJ)
Start Point: Outside the main entrance of the
“Theatre by the Lake”, Keswick, CA12 5DJ (grid reference NY 265 228)
Car Parking: The nearest car park is the pay
and display Lakeside Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DJ (grid reference NY 266 229),
although there are many car parks, and some free on-street parking, in the
town.
Description: This walk follows a mixture of
footpaths, a couple of brief sections on a minor roads and walking along the
shore of Derwent Water. The paths are all good, although in wet weather could
be muddy. It is a circular route.
Route: From the “Theatre by the
Lake” we walk south towards Derwent Water, and after meeting the lake for a few
yards, turn left and follow the paths through Cockshot Woods, along the
well-defined path to the B5289 (road crossing: care required) and cross into
the lovely Castlehead Wood. The route continues on and once out from under the
canopy, our route takes us past a line of houses and begins the gradual ascent
towards Rakefoot. With increasingly impressive views over Keswick,
Derwent Water and the Derwent Fells, bulky Skiddaw comes into view and
Bassenthwaite Lake can be seen beyond it. As our path continues to gain height,
rather than head directly for the summit, we divert to the right and follow the
meandering paths through the heathers and wild flowers along the summit ridge
of Walla Crag. The views from this area are superb and on a fine day arguably
rival any in the Lake District. From here we continue along the ridge, past
Lady’s Rake and Falcon Crag and gradually descend to Ashness Bridge. A walk
along the minor road takes us back to the B5289 (road crossing: care required)
and over to the lake shore. A gentle amble northwards takes us back into
Keswick for a cup of tea and a slice of cake!
Distance: 10.5 km (6.5 miles)
Highest Point: Walla Crag summit (379 m)
(approx. 449 m height gain)
Grade: Moderate
Time: Approx. 5 hrs
Leader: Suzanne
If you would like to go on the walk please text 07887 942038 or email summittgoodrambling@gmail.com
by 6pm on Saturday.
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