Sunday, 29 June 2008
Tuesday, 24 June 2008
Photos from Chalet Week
23th June - Cat Bells, Maiden Moor, High Spy & Castle Crag
24th June - Causey Pike, Sail, Eel Crag, Whiteless Pike & Buttermere
24th June - Causey Pike, Sail, Eel Crag, Whiteless Pike & Buttermere
Monday, 23 June 2008
SUMMITT GOOD SUMMER CHALET WEEK 22ND TO 27TH JUNE 2008
22nd TO 27th JUNE 2008
CHALET WEEK AT THE GORDON WALKER CHALET IN STAIR NEAR KESWICK
COST OF ACCOMODATION £40 FOR 5 NIGHTS
THERE IS A PUBLIC PHONE BOX RIGHT OUTSIDE THE CHALET IN STAIR.
THE CHALET HAS TWO 8 PERSON BEDROOMS WITH SHOWERS, A SELF CATERING KITCHEN AND LOUNGE / DINER.
IT IS AT THE FOOT OF CATBELLS AND OFFERS GREAT WALKING OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS AREA, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF CANOEING ON DERWENT WATER TOO.
LIMITED TO 8 MALES AND 8 FEMALES
PRIORITY WILL GO TO THOSE WHO CAN COME FOR THE 5 NIGHTS
SUNDAY 22ND JUNE TO THURSDAY 26TH LEAVING FRIDAY 27TH
IF IT IS NOT FULL YOU WILL BE ABLE TO COME FOR A SHORTER STAY DURING THESE DAYS.
IF INTERESTED CALL ROB 0777 398 6512
DEPOSITS NEEDED TO SECURE PLACE BY END OF MAY
CHALET WEEK AT THE GORDON WALKER CHALET IN STAIR NEAR KESWICK
COST OF ACCOMODATION £40 FOR 5 NIGHTS
THERE IS A PUBLIC PHONE BOX RIGHT OUTSIDE THE CHALET IN STAIR.
THE CHALET HAS TWO 8 PERSON BEDROOMS WITH SHOWERS, A SELF CATERING KITCHEN AND LOUNGE / DINER.
IT IS AT THE FOOT OF CATBELLS AND OFFERS GREAT WALKING OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS AREA, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF CANOEING ON DERWENT WATER TOO.
LIMITED TO 8 MALES AND 8 FEMALES
PRIORITY WILL GO TO THOSE WHO CAN COME FOR THE 5 NIGHTS
SUNDAY 22ND JUNE TO THURSDAY 26TH LEAVING FRIDAY 27TH
IF IT IS NOT FULL YOU WILL BE ABLE TO COME FOR A SHORTER STAY DURING THESE DAYS.
IF INTERESTED CALL ROB 0777 398 6512
DEPOSITS NEEDED TO SECURE PLACE BY END OF MAY
Sunday, 22 June 2008
Walk for 22nd June - Circuit of Derwentwater
SUNDAY 22nd JUNE 2008
EASY WALK ALONG THE SHORE OF DERWENTWATER RETURNING VIA THE LAUNCH
This walk is for beginners and those who would like an easy stroll on a Sunday.
We walk through Keswick and down to the shore of Derwentwater, walking in a
clockwise direction around the lake to the pier at High Brandelhow on the south
western edge of the lake. From there we will take the launch back to Keswick,
tickets cost around £5. In Keswick there will be the opportunity to stop at a
tea shop or pub.
Grade 1-2 (the path is rocky in parts along the lake shore)
Distance about 8km (5miles)
Time 3-4 hours at a fairly comfortable pace
Meeting 11am at the car park behind Keswick Spa (baths). This car park is free
and if it happens to be full there is plenty of space on the road to park
outside.
Grid Ref NY 270239. From the A66 at Keswick roundabout (only one roundabout near
Keswick on the A66) take the road into Keswick, just past the Esso garage on the
left, turn left and carry on until you reach a mini roundabout. At the mini
roundabout turn right, this takes you into the Keswick Spa and car park area.
Turn left and park on the gravel car park.
If you are coming along the A591, drive towards the centre of Keswick and take a
right hand turn just before the pedestrian crossing. Follow the road round until
you reach the mini roundabout but this time turn left into the Keswick Spa car
park.
Low Wood car share meeting at 10.15am
LEADER MALCOLM 07717487755
EASY WALK ALONG THE SHORE OF DERWENTWATER RETURNING VIA THE LAUNCH
This walk is for beginners and those who would like an easy stroll on a Sunday.
We walk through Keswick and down to the shore of Derwentwater, walking in a
clockwise direction around the lake to the pier at High Brandelhow on the south
western edge of the lake. From there we will take the launch back to Keswick,
tickets cost around £5. In Keswick there will be the opportunity to stop at a
tea shop or pub.
Grade 1-2 (the path is rocky in parts along the lake shore)
Distance about 8km (5miles)
Time 3-4 hours at a fairly comfortable pace
Meeting 11am at the car park behind Keswick Spa (baths). This car park is free
and if it happens to be full there is plenty of space on the road to park
outside.
Grid Ref NY 270239. From the A66 at Keswick roundabout (only one roundabout near
Keswick on the A66) take the road into Keswick, just past the Esso garage on the
left, turn left and carry on until you reach a mini roundabout. At the mini
roundabout turn right, this takes you into the Keswick Spa and car park area.
Turn left and park on the gravel car park.
If you are coming along the A591, drive towards the centre of Keswick and take a
right hand turn just before the pedestrian crossing. Follow the road round until
you reach the mini roundabout but this time turn left into the Keswick Spa car
park.
Low Wood car share meeting at 10.15am
LEADER MALCOLM 07717487755
Sunday, 15 June 2008
Walk for 15th June - 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 9:45am for 10am start
Car share: 9:30am at Low Wood (I may not be there)
Leader: Ruth (07950 085 070)
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 9:45am for 10am start
Car share: 9:30am at Low Wood (I may not be there)
Leader: Ruth (07950 085 070)
Tuesday, 10 June 2008
TUESDAY 10th June - The Cockups
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.
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.
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
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