Great and Little Cockup at the back of Skiddaw
Leader: Helen T Mob 07753 160831
Very easy walk up Great Cockup (523m), then down to Little Cockup.
Bring a picnic to consume at the top!
The plan is Tues 10th if the weather forecast on Monday night is good. If not, the secondary choice is Mon 16th June.
Meet at the car park marked on the map at Over Water at OL4 (255 354) at 7pm to walk down the road to Orthwaite. There is space for three cars just off the road at 252338 south of Orthwaite farm for latecomers! I guess we'll be walking past about 7:15-7:20ish.
Tuesday, 10 June 2008
Sunday, 8 June 2008
Walk for Sunday 8 June - Sizergh to Levens
SUNDAY 8 JUNE - LEVENS FROM SIZERGH
LEADER EMMA 07773 202845
Start: 10:30am - Main entrance to Sizergh Castle
Distance: 13 km (8m) easy walking
We leave Sizergh Castle and head down Nanny Pie Lane then follow the River Kent north, come back south to Sedgwick. Carrying on to Levens Hall partly using a disussed canal. Returning to Sizergh via Park Head and back up Nanny Pie Lane. To enter Levens Hall gardens is £7, house and gardens is £10.
Bring a packed lunch or else food can be obtained from Levens Hall for about £7 for a meal.
Further information on Levens Hall can be found at www.levenshall.co.uk
LEADER EMMA 07773 202845
Start: 10:30am - Main entrance to Sizergh Castle
Distance: 13 km (8m) easy walking
We leave Sizergh Castle and head down Nanny Pie Lane then follow the River Kent north, come back south to Sedgwick. Carrying on to Levens Hall partly using a disussed canal. Returning to Sizergh via Park Head and back up Nanny Pie Lane. To enter Levens Hall gardens is £7, house and gardens is £10.
Bring a packed lunch or else food can be obtained from Levens Hall for about £7 for a meal.
Further information on Levens Hall can be found at www.levenshall.co.uk
Saturday, 7 June 2008
Summer BBQ at Sizergh castle
John is Hosting a BBQ on Saturday 7TH June at Sizergh Castle
Starting from 6 pm onwards
Please bring something to eat and drink.
There is plenty of room for camping if you would like to stay the night, there is plenty of floor space in the house too.
For more details phone John on 077 992 666 42
Starting from 6 pm onwards
Please bring something to eat and drink.
There is plenty of room for camping if you would like to stay the night, there is plenty of floor space in the house too.
For more details phone John on 077 992 666 42
Sunday, 1 June 2008
Walk for Sunday 1st June - Muncaster, Eskdale and La'al Ratty
Description: Walk from Ravenglass to Boot, via Muncaster Fell, the Japanese Garden at Giggle alley, and Blea Tarn. Return to Ravenglass on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway (La'al Ratty).
Grade: A fairly easy 3
Distance: 8.5 miles
Ascent: approx 500 m
Start: 10.00, Ravenglass village car park. Take the road into the village, pass under both railway bridges (Ratty, then main line), then follow the road round to the car park. Please note this is not the station car park (although it is near the station). Click here for a map.
Car Share: I won't be there, but suggest meeting at Kendal Morrisons at 08.30
Leader: Tom 07884493081
Grade: A fairly easy 3
Distance: 8.5 miles
Ascent: approx 500 m
Start: 10.00, Ravenglass village car park. Take the road into the village, pass under both railway bridges (Ratty, then main line), then follow the road round to the car park. Please note this is not the station car park (although it is near the station). Click here for a map.
Car Share: I won't be there, but suggest meeting at Kendal Morrisons at 08.30
Leader: Tom 07884493081
Friday, 30 May 2008
Keswick Social Friday 30th May 2008
Meeting at Kings Arms Hotel at 7pm for something to eat and then moving onto the Old Queens Head after (we can negotiate afterwards if we want to go elsewhere). The Kings Arms Hotel is in the central square of Keswick near the Moot Hall (central slate building) on the same side of the square as Woolworths and Boots. Anybody who just wants to meet for a drink please come to the Old Queens Head at 8pm ish. The Old Queens Head is located on the edge of the car park which is near the town centre on the road that leads to Ambleside.
Helen 07753 160831
Helen 07753 160831
Saturday, 24 May 2008
Camping Expedition in Scotland - 23rd-26th May
23RD TO 26TH MAY
CAMPING EXPEDITION IN SCOTLAND
THE LAIRIG GHRU, SCOTLANDS HIGHEST PASS 2,700 FEET A 22 MILE LINEAR WALK GRADE 4
LEADERS ROB 0777 398 6512 & KATE 07970 665 554
FRI 23RD MAY 4PM LEAVE KENDAL FOR 5 HOUR DRIVE TO AVIEMORE YOUTH HOSTEL
SAT 24TH MAY 8AM LEAVE HOSTEL AND LEAVE ONE CAR BEHIND. DRIVE TO THE START OF THE WALK INVEREY NEAR BRAEMAR ABOUT 2 HOURS, THEN START THE 2 DAY WALK BEING SELF SUFFICIENT WITH FOOD AND WILD CAMPING GEAR ETC AFTER APPROX 12 MILES CAMP AT CORROUR BOTHY
SUN 25TH START WALKING ABOUT 10AM TO THE POOLS OF DEE (THE SOURCE OF THE RIVER DEE)
THEN UP AND OVER THE PASS 2,700 FEET AND BACK DOWN TO AVIEMORE YOUTH HOSTEL
MON 26TH A LEISURLY MORNING RETREIVING CARS THEN HEADING BACK HOME
WE NEED £30 FOR HOSTEL ACCOMODATION BY 7TH MARCH IF YOU WANT TO DO THIS TRIP (MEMBERS ONLY) LIMITED TO 8 PEOPLE
PLEASE PHONE ROB OR KATE TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE AND TO SEND MONEY
CAMPING EXPEDITION IN SCOTLAND
THE LAIRIG GHRU, SCOTLANDS HIGHEST PASS 2,700 FEET A 22 MILE LINEAR WALK GRADE 4
LEADERS ROB 0777 398 6512 & KATE 07970 665 554
FRI 23RD MAY 4PM LEAVE KENDAL FOR 5 HOUR DRIVE TO AVIEMORE YOUTH HOSTEL
SAT 24TH MAY 8AM LEAVE HOSTEL AND LEAVE ONE CAR BEHIND. DRIVE TO THE START OF THE WALK INVEREY NEAR BRAEMAR ABOUT 2 HOURS, THEN START THE 2 DAY WALK BEING SELF SUFFICIENT WITH FOOD AND WILD CAMPING GEAR ETC AFTER APPROX 12 MILES CAMP AT CORROUR BOTHY
SUN 25TH START WALKING ABOUT 10AM TO THE POOLS OF DEE (THE SOURCE OF THE RIVER DEE)
THEN UP AND OVER THE PASS 2,700 FEET AND BACK DOWN TO AVIEMORE YOUTH HOSTEL
MON 26TH A LEISURLY MORNING RETREIVING CARS THEN HEADING BACK HOME
WE NEED £30 FOR HOSTEL ACCOMODATION BY 7TH MARCH IF YOU WANT TO DO THIS TRIP (MEMBERS ONLY) LIMITED TO 8 PEOPLE
PLEASE PHONE ROB OR KATE TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE AND TO SEND MONEY
Friday, 23 May 2008
Sunday, 18 May 2008
Walk for Sunday 18th May - Helvellyn Edges
Description: From Patterdale, we head up Grizedale, then up the side of the valley, to Hole-in-the-Wall, then along Striding Edge to the top of Helvellyn. Return is via Swirral Edge to Catstye Cam, then back to Patterdale via Glenridding.
Striding Edge is a fairly easy scramble, with big drops on either side of a narrow ridge, making it the classic route to the top.
Grade: 4
Distance: 9 Miles
Ascent: 850 m
Start: 09.30 Patterdale. Meet in car park over road from Patterdale Hotel (cost £3.50). You might be able to park for free in front of the George Starkey Hut (about 1/4 mile north of Patterdale Hotel). Click here for a map.
Car Share: I won't be there, but suggest meeting at Low Wood Hotel at 09.00
Leader: Tom 07884493081
Striding Edge is a fairly easy scramble, with big drops on either side of a narrow ridge, making it the classic route to the top.
Grade: 4
Distance: 9 Miles
Ascent: 850 m
Start: 09.30 Patterdale. Meet in car park over road from Patterdale Hotel (cost £3.50). You might be able to park for free in front of the George Starkey Hut (about 1/4 mile north of Patterdale Hotel). Click here for a map.
Car Share: I won't be there, but suggest meeting at Low Wood Hotel at 09.00
Leader: Tom 07884493081
Saturday, 17 May 2008
GROUP PLANNING MEETING : SATURDAY 17TH MAY
SUMMITT GOOD GROUP PLANNING AND PUDDING MEETING
SATURDAY 17TH MAY 7PM
TO BE HELD AT ANNES IN BRAMPTON NEAR SHAP
07729 903 852 ANNE
ANNE HAS ALLOWED US TO CAMP IN HER GARDEN FOR THOSE OF US WHO WANT TO AND WE WILL BE ABLE TO DO THE HELVELLYN EDGES WALK THE NEXT DAY.
THE AIM OF THIS MEETING IS TO GET THE WALKS PROGRAM ORGANISED HOPEFULLY TO THE END OF THE YEAR.
EVERYONE WELCOME TO COME WITH ANY IDEAS, ROUTES, ACTIVITIES ETC
BRING A PUDDING TOO!
IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND AND WOULD LIKE TO LEAD OR HAVE A ROUTE LEAD, LET ANNE KNOW.
ALSO THOSE OF YOU DOING THE LAIRIG GHRU THIS WOULD BE A GOOD TIME TO MEET UP TO FINALISE DETAILS OF THE TRIP.
SATURDAY 17TH MAY 7PM
TO BE HELD AT ANNES IN BRAMPTON NEAR SHAP
07729 903 852 ANNE
ANNE HAS ALLOWED US TO CAMP IN HER GARDEN FOR THOSE OF US WHO WANT TO AND WE WILL BE ABLE TO DO THE HELVELLYN EDGES WALK THE NEXT DAY.
THE AIM OF THIS MEETING IS TO GET THE WALKS PROGRAM ORGANISED HOPEFULLY TO THE END OF THE YEAR.
EVERYONE WELCOME TO COME WITH ANY IDEAS, ROUTES, ACTIVITIES ETC
BRING A PUDDING TOO!
IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND AND WOULD LIKE TO LEAD OR HAVE A ROUTE LEAD, LET ANNE KNOW.
ALSO THOSE OF YOU DOING THE LAIRIG GHRU THIS WOULD BE A GOOD TIME TO MEET UP TO FINALISE DETAILS OF THE TRIP.
Saturday, 10 May 2008
SATURDAY 10th MAY 2008 - Garburn from Troutbeck
This walk incorporates three big fells on the Far Eastern fringes of the Lake District.
Yoke, Ill Bell and Froswick form a high-level spine between the valleys of Troutbeck and Kentmere.
This walk approaches these fells from the Garburn Pass, using the old walled road (track) between the two valleys.
(If on the day Garburn Pass is too busy (e.g. mountain bikes, 4x4s), an alternative, quieter route will be taken via Sour Howes and Sallows).
Garburn Pass gets us a long way up, quickly and fairly easily, before we move on to grassy slopes.
At the top (447m/1436ft), we leave Garburn Pass for the first of our three fells, Yoke.
After the promenade over the three tops we continue on to Thornthwaite Crag and Thornthwaite Beacon.
NB: From Thornthwaite Beacon, we have the option of heading NW and then W into Threshthwaite Mouth and onto Stony Cove Pike (Caudale Moor). The terrain here is very steep and rocky).
From Thornthwaite, we descend via Troutbeck Tongue and continue through the peaceful Troutbeck Valley until we return to our starting point.
Distance: Approx. 11.5 miles (18 km)
Duration: 7-8 hours
Ascent: 3,700 ft (1,200 m)
Start: 9.30 AM from Troutbeck Church (NY 412 028), 8.30 AM from Morrison's car park, Kendal
Please bring along plenty of food and water, as well as sun cream, lip balm and waterproofs (just in case!)
Yoke, Ill Bell and Froswick form a high-level spine between the valleys of Troutbeck and Kentmere.
This walk approaches these fells from the Garburn Pass, using the old walled road (track) between the two valleys.
(If on the day Garburn Pass is too busy (e.g. mountain bikes, 4x4s), an alternative, quieter route will be taken via Sour Howes and Sallows).
Garburn Pass gets us a long way up, quickly and fairly easily, before we move on to grassy slopes.
At the top (447m/1436ft), we leave Garburn Pass for the first of our three fells, Yoke.
After the promenade over the three tops we continue on to Thornthwaite Crag and Thornthwaite Beacon.
NB: From Thornthwaite Beacon, we have the option of heading NW and then W into Threshthwaite Mouth and onto Stony Cove Pike (Caudale Moor). The terrain here is very steep and rocky).
From Thornthwaite, we descend via Troutbeck Tongue and continue through the peaceful Troutbeck Valley until we return to our starting point.
Distance: Approx. 11.5 miles (18 km)
Duration: 7-8 hours
Ascent: 3,700 ft (1,200 m)
Start: 9.30 AM from Troutbeck Church (NY 412 028), 8.30 AM from Morrison's car park, Kendal
Please bring along plenty of food and water, as well as sun cream, lip balm and waterproofs (just in case!)
LEADER ANNE K 07729 903 852
Sunday, 4 May 2008
Walk for Sunday 4th May - 3 Boats walk
Sunday 4th May
3 Boats walk
An Ideal walk For beginners.
Grade 1 very easy
Ascent none
walking time 2 hours
Boat time 1 hour
Start at Bowness pier Depart 10.00 am
Arrive at Ambleside pier at 10.40 am
Depa t Ambleside pier 10.50 am
Arrive Wray Castle 11.05 am
The walk commences here to Explore Wray Castle then we take the lakeside path on Windermeres' quieter west shore, heading south for 6km, 4 miles to catch the ferry back to Bowness pier where you can enjoy an afternoon shopping or eating icecream. Departs at 13.00, 14.20 0r 15.00.
The walk is very easy along flat woodland paths, ideal for all abilities.
The cost of the "Walkers ticket" for the 3 boat rides is £7, if you have a locals card you get 20% discount.
Meet at Morrisons carpark to car share in Kendal at 9.15, please note i won't be at this meeting point.
Otherwise meet at Bowness pier at 9.50 am
If you want free parking in Bowness give me a call.
Rob 0777 398 6512
3 Boats walk
An Ideal walk For beginners.
Grade 1 very easy
Ascent none
walking time 2 hours
Boat time 1 hour
Start at Bowness pier Depart 10.00 am
Arrive at Ambleside pier at 10.40 am
Depa t Ambleside pier 10.50 am
Arrive Wray Castle 11.05 am
The walk commences here to Explore Wray Castle then we take the lakeside path on Windermeres' quieter west shore, heading south for 6km, 4 miles to catch the ferry back to Bowness pier where you can enjoy an afternoon shopping or eating icecream. Departs at 13.00, 14.20 0r 15.00.
The walk is very easy along flat woodland paths, ideal for all abilities.
The cost of the "Walkers ticket" for the 3 boat rides is £7, if you have a locals card you get 20% discount.
Meet at Morrisons carpark to car share in Kendal at 9.15, please note i won't be at this meeting point.
Otherwise meet at Bowness pier at 9.50 am
If you want free parking in Bowness give me a call.
Rob 0777 398 6512
Sunday, 27 April 2008
Walk for Sunday 27th April - Red Screes / Fairfield
Red Screes / Fairfield
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Sunday 27th Apr.
Start Point:
Roadside parking beside the River Rothay / Rothay Park, Ambleside - G.R. NY 371044 @ 09.30
Description: After walking through the park & Ambleside centre (food re-supply possible?) we head East, up the Struggle's road, for about ¾ of a mile. We then turn onto the FP to climb the ridge that crosses Snarker Pike & continues on to Red Screes. Following the wall NW we'll cross Scandale Pass &, after a wire fence, reach Scandale Tarn. We can possibly make a slight detour here, on the RHS, to the summit of Little Hart Crag for good views of Dovedale (N) & Scandale (S). After crossing the boggy Bakestones Moss we then climb (200m'ish) onto Dove Crag (which is part of the Fairfield Horseshoe) & accross to the NE is the Priest's Hole Cave (if visibility is OK!). Next we follow the ridge over Hart Crag & onto Fairfield itself, before descending S over Great Rigg, Rydal Fell, Heron Pike then Nab Scar. Then it's just down past Rydal Mount, turning E past Rydal Hall & following the FP to pop out on the A591 by Scandale bridge. After turning L it's only ½ a mile or so back into Ambleside.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Total Ascent: 950 metres (3115 ft.)
High Point: Fairfield - 873 metres (2863 ft.)
Time: 7-8 hours
Grade: 3 / 4
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel @ 09.00
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
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Sunday 27th Apr.
Start Point:
Roadside parking beside the River Rothay / Rothay Park, Ambleside - G.R. NY 371044 @ 09.30
Description: After walking through the park & Ambleside centre (food re-supply possible?) we head East, up the Struggle's road, for about ¾ of a mile. We then turn onto the FP to climb the ridge that crosses Snarker Pike & continues on to Red Screes. Following the wall NW we'll cross Scandale Pass &, after a wire fence, reach Scandale Tarn. We can possibly make a slight detour here, on the RHS, to the summit of Little Hart Crag for good views of Dovedale (N) & Scandale (S). After crossing the boggy Bakestones Moss we then climb (200m'ish) onto Dove Crag (which is part of the Fairfield Horseshoe) & accross to the NE is the Priest's Hole Cave (if visibility is OK!). Next we follow the ridge over Hart Crag & onto Fairfield itself, before descending S over Great Rigg, Rydal Fell, Heron Pike then Nab Scar. Then it's just down past Rydal Mount, turning E past Rydal Hall & following the FP to pop out on the A591 by Scandale bridge. After turning L it's only ½ a mile or so back into Ambleside.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Total Ascent: 950 metres (3115 ft.)
High Point: Fairfield - 873 metres (2863 ft.)
Time: 7-8 hours
Grade: 3 / 4
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel @ 09.00
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Friday, 25 April 2008
FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
FRIDAY 25TH APRIL
FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
A MEAL OUT AT THE LAKE VIEW IN BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE
YOU CAN HAVE A CAVERY MEAL FOR ONLY £3.99 OR OTHER ITEMS FROM THE MENU.
THE LAKE VIEW IS OPPOSITE THE TOURIST INFO CENTRE, LAKE ROAD, BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE.
IT IS UPSTAIRS VIA THE OUTDOOR STEPS.
IF YOU DON'T WANT TO EAT JUST JOIN US FOR A DRINK
IF INTERESTED IN COMING ALONG PHONE ROB ON 0777 398 6512
FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
A MEAL OUT AT THE LAKE VIEW IN BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE
YOU CAN HAVE A CAVERY MEAL FOR ONLY £3.99 OR OTHER ITEMS FROM THE MENU.
THE LAKE VIEW IS OPPOSITE THE TOURIST INFO CENTRE, LAKE ROAD, BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE.
IT IS UPSTAIRS VIA THE OUTDOOR STEPS.
IF YOU DON'T WANT TO EAT JUST JOIN US FOR A DRINK
IF INTERESTED IN COMING ALONG PHONE ROB ON 0777 398 6512
Sunday, 20 April 2008
Walk for Sunday 20th April - Coledale Horseshoe
Starting and finishing near Braithwaite (130) just off the A66 past Keswick,including the peaks
of Grizedale Pike (791), Hopegill Head (770), Crag Hill (839) Sail (773) and Causey Pike ( 637)
Distance : Approx. 10 miles
Grade 3/4 Nothing too technical, just a fair bit of ascent requiring some stamina and plenty of food and drink
Time : About 5/6 hours
Car Share : Meet at Low Wood Hotel, nr Ambleside 8.30am
Walk Start : 9.30 at small car park on the left just up the hill through Braithwaite on the Winlatter road ( B5292) GR NY 226 237.
There is another car park further up the road.
Walk Leader Alister 0776 1433 437 / 01539 725724
of Grizedale Pike (791), Hopegill Head (770), Crag Hill (839) Sail (773) and Causey Pike ( 637)
Distance : Approx. 10 miles
Grade 3/4 Nothing too technical, just a fair bit of ascent requiring some stamina and plenty of food and drink
Time : About 5/6 hours
Car Share : Meet at Low Wood Hotel, nr Ambleside 8.30am
Walk Start : 9.30 at small car park on the left just up the hill through Braithwaite on the Winlatter road ( B5292) GR NY 226 237.
There is another car park further up the road.
Walk Leader Alister 0776 1433 437 / 01539 725724
Sunday, 13 April 2008
Walk for Sunday 13th April - Dodds from Stannah
SUN 13TH THE DODDS FROM STANNAH
LEADER ANNE K 07729 903 852
Weather permitting, this should be a pleasant walk that is slightly off the beaten track. If time allows, and if anyone is interested, I may also incorporate Raise (a small detour; Helvellyn is also possible, though this involves a slightly bigger detour!).
From our starting point (Stanah), we climb E up Sticks Pass, and then N up to Stybarrow Dodd. From Stybarrow, we continue N to Watson's Dodd, Great Dodd, Calfhow Pike and eventually Clough Head and White Pike. From White Pike, we head over to St John's in the Vale via the Old Coach Road, returning S to Stanah via Sosgill Bridge and Legburthwaite.
Length: Approx. 11 miles / 18km
Time: 6-7 hours
Ascent: Approx. 2,200 feet / 750m
Start: 09:30 Small car park at Stanah (just off the junction on the A591 with B5322, "St John's in the Vale" road, NY 320190)
Car share from Low Wood Hotel at 08:45
Car sharing is encouraged as there are limited spaces at Stanah.
Parking is also possible at Legburthwaite, NY 318195), though this is a Pay-and-Display car park
LEADER ANNE K 07729 903 852
Weather permitting, this should be a pleasant walk that is slightly off the beaten track. If time allows, and if anyone is interested, I may also incorporate Raise (a small detour; Helvellyn is also possible, though this involves a slightly bigger detour!).
From our starting point (Stanah), we climb E up Sticks Pass, and then N up to Stybarrow Dodd. From Stybarrow, we continue N to Watson's Dodd, Great Dodd, Calfhow Pike and eventually Clough Head and White Pike. From White Pike, we head over to St John's in the Vale via the Old Coach Road, returning S to Stanah via Sosgill Bridge and Legburthwaite.
Length: Approx. 11 miles / 18km
Time: 6-7 hours
Ascent: Approx. 2,200 feet / 750m
Start: 09:30 Small car park at Stanah (just off the junction on the A591 with B5322, "St John's in the Vale" road, NY 320190)
Car share from Low Wood Hotel at 08:45
Car sharing is encouraged as there are limited spaces at Stanah.
Parking is also possible at Legburthwaite, NY 318195), though this is a Pay-and-Display car park
Sunday, 6 April 2008
Walk for Sunday 6th April - Brothers Water / Kirkstone Pass / Dove Crag
Brothers Water / Kirkstone Pass / Dove Crag
Sunday 6th Apr.
Start Point:
Cow Bridge - between Brothers Water & Patterdale (GR NY 403134) @ 09:00
Description:
First we walk the nice flat, mile long path past Brothers Water along to the Brothers Water
Inn. We then climb SSE, up The Tongue & Rough Edge, to the top of Caudale Moor & (maybe?) Stony Cove Pike (just to 'bag' another summit?) before heading SSW to drop down to the Kirkstone Pass (2nd Inn?). Next it's straight up Red Screes and then follow the ridge past Scandale Tarn & Black Brow, before reaching Dove Crag. This time we descend down (below the Priest's Hole cave) to the bottom of Dovedale, before following it down to Hartsop Hall then repeating the initial mile, past Brothers Water, back to the cars.
Distance: 11¼ miles (18 km)
Total Ascent: 1400 metres (4593 ft.)
Time: 6½ / 7½ hours
Grade: 4
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel at 08:30
Sunday, 30 March 2008
Walk for Sunday 30th March - Easdale
SUN 30TH EASDALE TARN FROM GRASMERE
LEADER JAMES 0777 993 6378
Grade 2 or 3
Meeting at 10am at car park by Grasmere Garden Centre or car share from the Morrisons, Kendal 9am.
There is also parking at the primary school in Grasmere.
LEADER JAMES 0777 993 6378
Grade 2 or 3
Meeting at 10am at car park by Grasmere Garden Centre or car share from the Morrisons, Kendal 9am.
There is also parking at the primary school in Grasmere.
Friday, 28 March 2008
SUMMITT GOOD SOCIAL
FRIDAY 28TH MARCH
A CHANGE FROM THE BREWERY THIS MONTH
A MEAL AT THE EASTERN BALTI, WILDMAN STREET KENDAL
THIS EXCELLENT INDIAN RESTAURANT HAS RECENTLY BEEN REFURBISHED
PLEASE CONTACT LUCY TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE
LUCY 07929 12 55 87
A CHANGE FROM THE BREWERY THIS MONTH
A MEAL AT THE EASTERN BALTI, WILDMAN STREET KENDAL
THIS EXCELLENT INDIAN RESTAURANT HAS RECENTLY BEEN REFURBISHED
PLEASE CONTACT LUCY TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE
LUCY 07929 12 55 87
Saturday, 22 March 2008
Easter Weekend - Dales Way (part) or Wild Camping
Dales Way - Friday 21st March - Monday 24th March
Starting from Dent station gentle walk into Dent on Friday, then Dent to Bowness over the next three days. We are planning to stay in B&Bs in Dent, Crook of Lune and Kendal. If you are interested please let Emma (mob 07773 202845) or Helen know (mob 07753 160831).
Wild Camping trip
For anyone interested in Wild Camping in the Eskdale area please contact Kate (mob 07970665554) or Rob (mob 07773 986512).
Starting from Dent station gentle walk into Dent on Friday, then Dent to Bowness over the next three days. We are planning to stay in B&Bs in Dent, Crook of Lune and Kendal. If you are interested please let Emma (mob 07773 202845) or Helen know (mob 07753 160831).
Wild Camping trip
For anyone interested in Wild Camping in the Eskdale area please contact Kate (mob 07970665554) or Rob (mob 07773 986512).
Sunday, 16 March 2008
Walk for Sunday 16th March 2008
SUN 16TH MARCH
LEADER ROB 0777 398 6512
WINDERMERE TO POOLEY BRIDGE LINEAR WALK
START 8 AM WINDERMERE
GRADE 4
20 MILES
8 TO 10 HOURS
THIS WALK STARTS IN WINDERMERE UP ORREST HEAD ALONG THE GARBURN TRACK TO FROSWICK, ILLBELL AND YOKE THEN ALONG HIGH STREET THE OLD ROMAN ROAD THEN BACK DOWN TO POOLEY BRIDGE
WE WILL HAVE TO ORGANISE CARS THE NIGHT BEFORE SO PLEASE PHONE ME BEFORE THE WALK DON'T JUST TURN UP ON SUNDAY OR YOU WILL HAVE ANOTHER 20 MILES TO WALK BACK !
LEADER ROB 0777 398 6512
WINDERMERE TO POOLEY BRIDGE LINEAR WALK
START 8 AM WINDERMERE
GRADE 4
20 MILES
8 TO 10 HOURS
THIS WALK STARTS IN WINDERMERE UP ORREST HEAD ALONG THE GARBURN TRACK TO FROSWICK, ILLBELL AND YOKE THEN ALONG HIGH STREET THE OLD ROMAN ROAD THEN BACK DOWN TO POOLEY BRIDGE
WE WILL HAVE TO ORGANISE CARS THE NIGHT BEFORE SO PLEASE PHONE ME BEFORE THE WALK DON'T JUST TURN UP ON SUNDAY OR YOU WILL HAVE ANOTHER 20 MILES TO WALK BACK !
Sunday, 9 March 2008
Walk for Sunday 9th March - Blencathra
SUN 9TH BLENCATHRA FROM SCALES
LEADER ANNE K 07729 903 852
This walk makes a complete tour of Blencathra’s south face, and includes all tops (apart From Atkinson Pike). I will not be including Sharp Edge in this winter walk. Anyone wishing to include this scramble may do so at their own risk, provided they have the relevant technical experience. We walk first up Scales Fell, Blencathra's most easterly fell, and continue to Doddick Fell, Hallsfell Top, the summit, and Gategill. The descent is via Blease Fell, the most westerly top.Although not technically challenging or long, this walk requires sustained effort throughout. The approx. ascent is 2,300 ft /700 metres.
Please bring plenty of food and drink and warm clothes (NO JEANS).
Grade: 3 / 4Distance: 6 miles / 10km
Start: 10.00, lay-by at Scales along the A66 (NY 339267).
Car share: from Kendal Morrisons at 09.00
LEADER ANNE K 07729 903 852
This walk makes a complete tour of Blencathra’s south face, and includes all tops (apart From Atkinson Pike). I will not be including Sharp Edge in this winter walk. Anyone wishing to include this scramble may do so at their own risk, provided they have the relevant technical experience. We walk first up Scales Fell, Blencathra's most easterly fell, and continue to Doddick Fell, Hallsfell Top, the summit, and Gategill. The descent is via Blease Fell, the most westerly top.Although not technically challenging or long, this walk requires sustained effort throughout. The approx. ascent is 2,300 ft /700 metres.
Please bring plenty of food and drink and warm clothes (NO JEANS).
Grade: 3 / 4Distance: 6 miles / 10km
Start: 10.00, lay-by at Scales along the A66 (NY 339267).
Car share: from Kendal Morrisons at 09.00
Sunday, 2 March 2008
Walk for Sunday 2nd March - Kentmere
Description: Kentmere horseshoe, starting from Kentmere village, and heading round in an anti-clockwise direction, taking in the summits of Yoke, Ill Bell, Froswick, Thornthwaite Crag, and Mardale Ill Bell. Depending on the conditions, we can either return down the valley from Nan Bield Pass, or complete the horseshoe, via Harter Fell and Kentmere Pike.
Grade: 3 or 4
Distance: 10.5-12 miles
Start: 10.00, Kentmere Church, GR NY456040. Click here for a map. Parking spaces are available outside the church and village hall, but are limited. Use of the car share is recommended.
Car share: from Kendal Morrisons at 09.30
Leader: Tom 07884493081
Grade: 3 or 4
Distance: 10.5-12 miles
Start: 10.00, Kentmere Church, GR NY456040. Click here for a map. Parking spaces are available outside the church and village hall, but are limited. Use of the car share is recommended.
Car share: from Kendal Morrisons at 09.30
Leader: Tom 07884493081
Friday, 29 February 2008
SuMMitt Good Social - Friday 29th February
Friday 29th February and every last Friday of the month
Meet at the brewery arts centre, vats bar in Kendal
From 8pm
A chance for new members to meet existing members
If you are new and don't know anybody in the group call me first
Rob 0777 398 6512
Sunday, 24 February 2008
Walk for Sunday 24th February - Coniston, Yew Tree Farm
Coniston / Tarn Hows / Yew Tree Tarn / Yewdale
Sunday 24th Feb.
Start Point: Main Coniston car park (by T.I.C.)
(G.R. - SD 303975 @ ) 10.30 a.m.
Description: Coniston Village / Tarn Hows / Yew Tree Tarn / Yewdale loop
Distance: 8 miles (12.9 km)
Total Ascent: 270 metres (885 ft.)
High Point: path nr. Howgraves (above Tarn Hows) - 230 metres (755 ft.)
Time: 4 hours ??
Grade: 2 ??
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel @ 10.00 a.m
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Route:
cross Shepherd Bridge (on the NE side of Coniston Village) which crosses Yewdale Beck.
After approx ⅓ of a mile fork right, to pass through Guards Wood
L & R by Boon Crag Farm, then up 100m'ish to Tarn Hows Cottage
R then L, on lane, up to path/ road jcn. above Tarn Hows
After going round Tarn Hows follow Tarn Hows Beck (?) down towards Yew Tree Farm
Follow path, beside road, N to N end of Yew Tree Tarn
Around Tarn (but fork into woods at NW end) & down to Yew Tree Farm again
R before Farm & road, then follow path to Hodge Close road
L on lane & L again on A593 (for 100m'ish) then R onto path to Low Yewdale
L on B-way, cross Beck again, & take next path on R (part of Cumbria Way)
Rejoin path from start back into Coniston
Sunday 24th Feb.
Start Point: Main Coniston car park (by T.I.C.)
(G.R. - SD 303975 @ ) 10.30 a.m.
Description: Coniston Village / Tarn Hows / Yew Tree Tarn / Yewdale loop
Distance: 8 miles (12.9 km)
Total Ascent: 270 metres (885 ft.)
High Point: path nr. Howgraves (above Tarn Hows) - 230 metres (755 ft.)
Time: 4 hours ??
Grade: 2 ??
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel @ 10.00 a.m
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Route:
cross Shepherd Bridge (on the NE side of Coniston Village) which crosses Yewdale Beck.
After approx ⅓ of a mile fork right, to pass through Guards Wood
L & R by Boon Crag Farm, then up 100m'ish to Tarn Hows Cottage
R then L, on lane, up to path/ road jcn. above Tarn Hows
After going round Tarn Hows follow Tarn Hows Beck (?) down towards Yew Tree Farm
Follow path, beside road, N to N end of Yew Tree Tarn
Around Tarn (but fork into woods at NW end) & down to Yew Tree Farm again
R before Farm & road, then follow path to Hodge Close road
L on lane & L again on A593 (for 100m'ish) then R onto path to Low Yewdale
L on B-way, cross Beck again, & take next path on R (part of Cumbria Way)
Rejoin path from start back into Coniston
Sunday, 17 February 2008
Walk for Sunday 17th February - Upper Eden Valley
Walk for 17 February 08
Upper Eden Valley
Length: 6.25 miles
Grade: not more than 2
Time: around 3/4 hours
Start times: Car share from Morrisons car park, Kendal at 10.15
Meet outside the Black Bull, Nateby (about a mile from Kirkby Stephen) at 11.00
Leader: Lucy Tel:07929125587 email:lhrwildman218@yahoo.co.uk
Much of this walk follows this quiet and picturesque part of the river Eden. It also takes in the ruins of Lammerside and Pendragon castles for anyone who likes a bit of history.
From Nateby we head across the River Eden to pass the historic Wharton Hall and then follow the course of the river Eden passing Lammerside Castle and probably arriving at what’s left of Pendragon Castle at about lunch time. We turn to head back up the Eden moving away from the river to pass through Dalefoot. The walk rises a little through pasture and woodland before heading back into Nateby to finish.
Upper Eden Valley
Length: 6.25 miles
Grade: not more than 2
Time: around 3/4 hours
Start times: Car share from Morrisons car park, Kendal at 10.15
Meet outside the Black Bull, Nateby (about a mile from Kirkby Stephen) at 11.00
Leader: Lucy Tel:07929125587 email:lhrwildman218@yahoo.co.uk
Much of this walk follows this quiet and picturesque part of the river Eden. It also takes in the ruins of Lammerside and Pendragon castles for anyone who likes a bit of history.
From Nateby we head across the River Eden to pass the historic Wharton Hall and then follow the course of the river Eden passing Lammerside Castle and probably arriving at what’s left of Pendragon Castle at about lunch time. We turn to head back up the Eden moving away from the river to pass through Dalefoot. The walk rises a little through pasture and woodland before heading back into Nateby to finish.
Sunday, 10 February 2008
Walk for Sunday 10th February - Hawes
Walk for Sunday 10th February 2008
Start: 10:30 Hawes large car park at the National Trust Visitor Centre.
Distance: 7 – 8 miles.
Time: 4 hours walking.
Fairly easy walk which starts at the upper end of Hawes following a river path. We then have a bit of a climb to Hardraw Force and then to the pretty Hamlet of Sedbusk. The route continues to reach the river again and finish up in Hawes for tea and cake or whatever you might fancy. Sorry I can’t give you more details, I have done part of the walk so can describe that but not the other part. Should be a fairly easy walk but bring all appropriate gear as normal. Hope to see lots of you there and hope the location doesn’t put you off.
Leader: Clare
Mobile: 07729021534
Home: 01748 812210
IF ANY BODY WANTS TO MEET IN KENDAL CAR SHARE WILL BE AT MORRISONS CARPARK LEFT HAND SIDE AT 9.00AM
I WILL BE THERE, ROB
Start: 10:30 Hawes large car park at the National Trust Visitor Centre.
Distance: 7 – 8 miles.
Time: 4 hours walking.
Fairly easy walk which starts at the upper end of Hawes following a river path. We then have a bit of a climb to Hardraw Force and then to the pretty Hamlet of Sedbusk. The route continues to reach the river again and finish up in Hawes for tea and cake or whatever you might fancy. Sorry I can’t give you more details, I have done part of the walk so can describe that but not the other part. Should be a fairly easy walk but bring all appropriate gear as normal. Hope to see lots of you there and hope the location doesn’t put you off.
Leader: Clare
Mobile: 07729021534
Home: 01748 812210
IF ANY BODY WANTS TO MEET IN KENDAL CAR SHARE WILL BE AT MORRISONS CARPARK LEFT HAND SIDE AT 9.00AM
I WILL BE THERE, ROB
Sunday, 3 February 2008
Walk for Sunday 3rd February - Loughrigg
Loughrigg Fell & Tarn
Sunday 3rd Feb.
Start Point: Roadside parking beside the River Rothay / Rothay Park, Ambleside
(G.R. NY 371044 @ 10.20)
Description: We'll walk, from beside the Rothay, up, past Lily Tarn, onto the S end of Loughrigg Fell. After reaching the trig. point at the summit (335m), we'll descend (beside a wall) to the lane at the 'back' of Red Bank. After turning L, we follow the lane only for 250m'ish to a footpath on the L. We follow that around the N side of Loughrigg Tarn to a path / b-way jcn. We turn L then follow the b-way all the way back to the lane beside the Rothay.
Distance: 5 miles (8 km)
Total Ascent: 425 metres (1395 ft.)
High Point: Loughrigg Fell - 335 metres (1100 ft.)
Time: 4 hours
Grade: 2
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel @ 10.00
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Sunday 3rd Feb.
Start Point: Roadside parking beside the River Rothay / Rothay Park, Ambleside
(G.R. NY 371044 @ 10.20)
Description: We'll walk, from beside the Rothay, up, past Lily Tarn, onto the S end of Loughrigg Fell. After reaching the trig. point at the summit (335m), we'll descend (beside a wall) to the lane at the 'back' of Red Bank. After turning L, we follow the lane only for 250m'ish to a footpath on the L. We follow that around the N side of Loughrigg Tarn to a path / b-way jcn. We turn L then follow the b-way all the way back to the lane beside the Rothay.
Distance: 5 miles (8 km)
Total Ascent: 425 metres (1395 ft.)
High Point: Loughrigg Fell - 335 metres (1100 ft.)
Time: 4 hours
Grade: 2
Car Share: Meet at the Low Wood Hotel @ 10.00
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Sunday, 27 January 2008
Walk for Sunday 27th January - Barbon and Casterton Fells
Barbon and Casterton Fells
Not Strictly in the Dales National Park but pretty much on the edge,this walk takes in some of the lesser known fells to the south of theHowgills. Nothing too challenging, but if the weather is good and thereis time the walk can take in a bit of extra height so as to admire theview across the Lune valley. Starting at Barbon Church and heading upBarbondale, then over towards Bullpot Farm, a centre for caving, down tothe small limestone "gorge" of Easegill Kirk and then possibly a look atsome Andy Goldsworthy "sheepfolds" or a small stone circle.
Car Share : Morrisons, Kendal 9.00am
Walk start : Barbon Church 9.45, on-road parking G.R. SD630 825(Explorer OL2 - Y.Dales south and west) There is also a large layby asyou turn into Barbon off the main roadjust before the bridge.
Grade : 2/3. Apart from a few bits of steepish gradient nothing tootaxing - probably be boggy in parts after all the rain.
Length : Approx 8 miles
Time : 5/6
Leader : Alister 0776 1433 437
Not Strictly in the Dales National Park but pretty much on the edge,this walk takes in some of the lesser known fells to the south of theHowgills. Nothing too challenging, but if the weather is good and thereis time the walk can take in a bit of extra height so as to admire theview across the Lune valley. Starting at Barbon Church and heading upBarbondale, then over towards Bullpot Farm, a centre for caving, down tothe small limestone "gorge" of Easegill Kirk and then possibly a look atsome Andy Goldsworthy "sheepfolds" or a small stone circle.
Car Share : Morrisons, Kendal 9.00am
Walk start : Barbon Church 9.45, on-road parking G.R. SD630 825(Explorer OL2 - Y.Dales south and west) There is also a large layby asyou turn into Barbon off the main roadjust before the bridge.
Grade : 2/3. Apart from a few bits of steepish gradient nothing tootaxing - probably be boggy in parts after all the rain.
Length : Approx 8 miles
Time : 5/6
Leader : Alister 0776 1433 437
Sunday, 20 January 2008
Walk for Sunday the 20th January - Easedale
Sunday 20th January
Walk up Easedale from Grasmere,maybe going via Helm Crag, depending on the weather and snow line (Grade 2/3).
If poor weather, alternative low level walk will be arranged on the day starting from Grasmere, probably the old coffin route to Ambleside, and then back again alongside Rydal water (Grade 1).
Remember to bring plenty of warm clothes (hat, gloves etc), waterproofs, a packed lunch and a camera.
We will probably go to a local pub or Grasmere Garden Centre for refreshments after the walk.
Meet at Low Wood Hotel car park at 9.30am for car share.
Alternatively meet at Grasmere National Park car park at 10am. Free parking is available in the school playground, or on the road near the church (although it is a Sunday, so likely to be full). The National Park car park will be empty, although it is quite expensive.
Length approximately 7 miles
Total ascent approximately 600m
Duration approximately 5-6 hours
Please contact Kate on 07970 665554 if you would like to come.
Sunday, 13 January 2008
Walk for Sunday the 13th January - Lingmoor
Dow Bank & Lingmoor, Langdale
A walk up past Megs Gill waterfall, on the northern fells of Great Langdale, a return to the valley bottom to reach Side Pike, and then through The Squeeze and a mild scramble over Lingmoor Fell to return to Elterwater.
Car Share: 9:30am Low Wood Hotel
Start: 10:00am @ free car park on the edge of Elterwater village NY 330 051
Grade: 3
Distance: 7 miles
Time: about 5 hours
Contact: Jeremy 07899 923019
A walk up past Megs Gill waterfall, on the northern fells of Great Langdale, a return to the valley bottom to reach Side Pike, and then through The Squeeze and a mild scramble over Lingmoor Fell to return to Elterwater.
Car Share: 9:30am Low Wood Hotel
Start: 10:00am @ free car park on the edge of Elterwater village NY 330 051
Grade: 3
Distance: 7 miles
Time: about 5 hours
Contact: Jeremy 07899 923019
Sunday, 6 January 2008
Walk for Sunday the 6th January - Dow Crag
Sunday 6th January
Ascent of Coniston Old Man
The route will be dependant upon weather conditions, but may include a scramble and also a chance to explore an old copper mine, so bring a torch.
Car Share: 9:15am Low Wood Hotel
Start: 10:00am @ Walna Scar Car Park, Coniston NGR: SD 289 971
Grade: 2-3
Time: about 5 hours
Contact: Barbs 07843 567097
Ascent of Coniston Old Man
The route will be dependant upon weather conditions, but may include a scramble and also a chance to explore an old copper mine, so bring a torch.
Car Share: 9:15am Low Wood Hotel
Start: 10:00am @ Walna Scar Car Park, Coniston NGR: SD 289 971
Grade: 2-3
Time: about 5 hours
Contact: Barbs 07843 567097
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