Start Point: Coniston's main Pay & Display car park, next to the Tourist Information Centre. (G.R. - SD 303 975) @ 10.00. Free parking is available close by: take the road off the A593 that runs alongside the beer garden at the side of the Black Bull pub. Drive for a short distance and there is parking on the left.
Description: We take the road up past the Black Bull pub and turn right onto the path which runs along the foot of the Yew Dale Fells. At Yew Tree Farm we cross the A593 and walk up past the Tom Gill waterfalls to Tarn Hows. Leaving the path half way around Tarn Hows, we walk through the Iron Keld and Arnside Plantations to Black Crag which has spectacular views over Windermere and the Coniston fells. On the return we retrace our footsteps to Tarn Hows and continue to the car park. The path next to the car park takes us back to Coniston and a welcome pub/cafe stop.
Grade: 2/3
Distance: 9.5 miles.
Highest Point: 322 metres
Leader: Suzanne Tel: 07887 942038 (weekends and evenings) or email summittgoodrambling@gmail.com
Sunday, 14 September 2014
Sunday, 7 September 2014
Sun 7 Sep - Crinkle Crags
You MUST let Dan know that you are coming by the proceeding evening (Sat.), at the latest.
If no-one has contacted Dan on the Saturday evening the walk will be cancelled.
Start Point: Three Shire Stone (on the top of Wrynose Pass) (G.R. - NY 277 027) @ 10.00
Description: Three Shire Stone / Red Tarn / Great Knott / Crincle Crags / Bowfell / Three Tarns / Cold Pike
This walk starts from The Three Shire Stone (which is already at 393m) and heads in a NNW direction, before passing Red Tarn and then Great Knott. While easily climbing we should look back for cracking views of Pint of Bisto, Coniston Old Man & (eventually) Windermere. We then carry on to the Crincles (where, from the '2nd one', there are great views N to Skiddaw, Blencathra & Helvellyn) and then carry on to Bowfell (for yet more watery views of Windermere, Esthwaite Water & Devoke Water!). From Bowfell we'll retrace our steps back to Three Tarns and then bear to the right of the Crincles to reach the top of Cold Pike (after a couple of miles). It's then only about a mile straight back to the Three Shire Stone or (if it's boggy) we can cut back to the path we started on, to return to the cars.
Distance: 7 miles (11.3 km)
Total Ascent: 610 metres (2000 ft.)
High Point: Bowfell - 902 metres (2960 ft.)
Time: 5.5 - 6 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
If no-one has contacted Dan on the Saturday evening the walk will be cancelled.
Start Point: Three Shire Stone (on the top of Wrynose Pass) (G.R. - NY 277 027) @ 10.00
Description: Three Shire Stone / Red Tarn / Great Knott / Crincle Crags / Bowfell / Three Tarns / Cold Pike
This walk starts from The Three Shire Stone (which is already at 393m) and heads in a NNW direction, before passing Red Tarn and then Great Knott. While easily climbing we should look back for cracking views of Pint of Bisto, Coniston Old Man & (eventually) Windermere. We then carry on to the Crincles (where, from the '2nd one', there are great views N to Skiddaw, Blencathra & Helvellyn) and then carry on to Bowfell (for yet more watery views of Windermere, Esthwaite Water & Devoke Water!). From Bowfell we'll retrace our steps back to Three Tarns and then bear to the right of the Crincles to reach the top of Cold Pike (after a couple of miles). It's then only about a mile straight back to the Three Shire Stone or (if it's boggy) we can cut back to the path we started on, to return to the cars.
Distance: 7 miles (11.3 km)
Total Ascent: 610 metres (2000 ft.)
High Point: Bowfell - 902 metres (2960 ft.)
Time: 5.5 - 6 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Sunday, 31 August 2014
Sun 31 Aug - Crinkle Crags
Still planning on a walk Sunday. Thought I would start at 10am at Cockley Beck and head up onto Crinkle Crags. From there, route and distance will depend on who shows up and what we feel like collectively but I plan to be out all day and expect a long walk with plenty of ascent/descent.
Leader: Alastair 07584300306
Leader: Alastair 07584300306
Sunday, 24 August 2014
Sun 24 Aug - Wetherlam
Start Point: Main Tilberthwaite car park, by the bridge over Yewdale Beck (G.R. NY 306010) @ 10.00
Description: First we climb up beside Yewdale Beck & Tilberthwaite Gill, past the mine workings, along Wetherlam Edge and up to the top of Wetherlam (762m). Next we head WSW along Prison Band to Swirl How (802m), before turning N to pass Great Carrs. We'll then descend via Wet Side Edge into the Greenburn Valley, to follow Greenburn itself down into the Little Langdale Valley. After that we'll pass above Atkinson Coppice and pass Knotts, before dropping down to High Tilberthwaite Farm. From there it's only about ¼ of a mile, along the lane, back to the cars.
Distance: 8 miles (12.9 km)
Total Ascent: 720 metres (2362 ft.)
Highest Point: Swirl How - 802m (2631ft.)
Time: 5 / 6 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Description: First we climb up beside Yewdale Beck & Tilberthwaite Gill, past the mine workings, along Wetherlam Edge and up to the top of Wetherlam (762m). Next we head WSW along Prison Band to Swirl How (802m), before turning N to pass Great Carrs. We'll then descend via Wet Side Edge into the Greenburn Valley, to follow Greenburn itself down into the Little Langdale Valley. After that we'll pass above Atkinson Coppice and pass Knotts, before dropping down to High Tilberthwaite Farm. From there it's only about ¼ of a mile, along the lane, back to the cars.
Distance: 8 miles (12.9 km)
Total Ascent: 720 metres (2362 ft.)
Highest Point: Swirl How - 802m (2631ft.)
Time: 5 / 6 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
Sunday, 17 August 2014
Sunday, 10 August 2014
Sunday, 3 August 2014
Sunday, 27 July 2014
Sun 27 Jul - Pass Fest (Stile End / Nan Bield / Gatescarth)
Start Point: Sadgill Farm, Longsleddale (G.R. - NY 483 057) @ 10.00
Description: At the end of the Longsleddale tarmac (by Sadgill Farm [195m]) we first head S, past Sadgill Wood, then W on the Stile End Farm B.O.A.T. We turn N'ish (once the lane is reached) & pass Overend / Hallow Bank Quarter / above Kentmere Reservoir / Mardale Ill Bell (on LHS) & Harter Fell (on RHS) / top of Nan Bield Pass (630m) & Small Water Tarn. Just before reaching Haweswater Reservoir (260m), we'll bear R onto Gatescarth Pass (top 590m) & return to cars!
Distance: 9.5 miles (15.3km)
Total Ascent: 890m (2920ft.)
High Point: top of Nan Bield Pass (630m)
Time: 7 - 8 hours
Grade: 4
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832 840 [eves.] or 07919 831 237)
Description: At the end of the Longsleddale tarmac (by Sadgill Farm [195m]) we first head S, past Sadgill Wood, then W on the Stile End Farm B.O.A.T. We turn N'ish (once the lane is reached) & pass Overend / Hallow Bank Quarter / above Kentmere Reservoir / Mardale Ill Bell (on LHS) & Harter Fell (on RHS) / top of Nan Bield Pass (630m) & Small Water Tarn. Just before reaching Haweswater Reservoir (260m), we'll bear R onto Gatescarth Pass (top 590m) & return to cars!
Distance: 9.5 miles (15.3km)
Total Ascent: 890m (2920ft.)
High Point: top of Nan Bield Pass (630m)
Time: 7 - 8 hours
Grade: 4
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832 840 [eves.] or 07919 831 237)
Sunday, 20 July 2014
Sun 20 Jul - Harter Fell (Eskdale)
Unfortunately, due to lack of interest in this walk, it is with regret
that it has had to be cancelled. Apologies to anyone who was thinking
of coming along.
that it has had to be cancelled. Apologies to anyone who was thinking
of coming along.
Sunday, 13 July 2014
Wednesday, 9 July 2014
Wed 9 Jul - Raven's Barrow
A short walk in the quiet and secluded Cartmel Fell area, through
fields and along country lanes to the viewpoint at Raven's Barrow. One
of Wainwright's outlying fells, he described it as "a lovely belvedere
for viewing a lovely valley". Conveniently, we return to the Hare and
Hounds for refreshments afterwards.
Distance: 3 miles
Total ascent: 150m
Time: 1.5 hrs
Grade: 1
Start: 7 pm at Bowland Bridge. Limited parking on the roadside by the
Hare and Hounds pub, Bowland Bridge, LA11 6NN (Grid ref: SD418896).
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
fields and along country lanes to the viewpoint at Raven's Barrow. One
of Wainwright's outlying fells, he described it as "a lovely belvedere
for viewing a lovely valley". Conveniently, we return to the Hare and
Hounds for refreshments afterwards.
Distance: 3 miles
Total ascent: 150m
Time: 1.5 hrs
Grade: 1
Start: 7 pm at Bowland Bridge. Limited parking on the roadside by the
Hare and Hounds pub, Bowland Bridge, LA11 6NN (Grid ref: SD418896).
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
Sunday, 6 July 2014
Sun 6 Jul - Elterwater and Cathedral Quarry
Start Point: Elterwater Bridge National Trust Car Park (grid ref - NY 328 048) @ 10.30
In additional to the National Trust Car park ,various free parking available including a free car park
Description: Skelwith Bridge/ Park House/Park Farm/Colwith Force Waterfalls/High Park/Stang End/Cathedral Quarry/Slater Bridge/Wilson Place/return to Elterwater
Distance: 7 miles
Time: 3-4 hours
Grade: 1-2
Leader: Suzanne
Tel: 07887 942038 evenings and weekends only or email summittgoodrambling@gmail.com
Please could you let Suzanne know by 9.00 on the day if you are going. If nobody contacts Suzanne the walk will be cancelled.
In additional to the National Trust Car park ,various free parking available including a free car park
Description: Skelwith Bridge/ Park House/Park Farm/Colwith Force Waterfalls/High Park/Stang End/Cathedral Quarry/Slater Bridge/Wilson Place/return to Elterwater
Distance: 7 miles
Time: 3-4 hours
Grade: 1-2
Leader: Suzanne
Tel: 07887 942038 evenings and weekends only or email summittgoodrambling@gmail.com
Please could you let Suzanne know by 9.00 on the day if you are going. If nobody contacts Suzanne the walk will be cancelled.
Sunday, 29 June 2014
Sun 29 Jun - Malham Cove/Gordale Scar
Date: Sunday June 29th
Meet: 10.30am+
Start: 11:00am
Where: Malham Car Park, SD900627
(run by Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority; cost £4.20 - or if you can find free parking around the village meet us in the car park)
Grade: 3-4 (some scrambling involved)
Distance: ~7-8 miles
Time: ~3-4 hours
Description: From the car park we will take the signed path to Janet’s Foss waterfall, then across the road & up Gordale Beck to Gordale Scar. We ascend this via a short scramble which should be straightforward enough even for those with little experience (it is described as having “bulky ledges for your feet” and with “handholds [that] are basin-shaped” but a head for heights is useful). If the weather or volume of water coming over the falls precludes the scramble we return to the road to pick up an alternative path. Assuming we carry on as planned, we will then walk to Malham Tarn before turning back & arrive at the top of Malham Cove itself, via Ing Scar. Once we have descended, we can stop to look out for the Peregrine Falcons (& any climbers attempting the routes); there is also the option to explore the cove via the climbers’ traverse which leads all around the cove at a height of some metres – this will not be part of the walk proper so anyone wishing to do this can leave the group at that point (unless of course everyone wants to do it) – and is probably best avoided if wet.
As this is quite a short walk, and a good drive to get there, we may explore a bit more & deviate from the planned route if the opportunity arises. This will depend on how the group feels on the day & the weather etc. It should also give us ample time to explore Malham village itself, but please bring a packed lunch to eat, and the normal waterproofs etc.
Please let me know before Saturday if you are intending to come, as I am out all day Saturday and may not have any mobile reception.
Al 07584 300306
Meet: 10.30am+
Start: 11:00am
Where: Malham Car Park, SD900627
(run by Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority; cost £4.20 - or if you can find free parking around the village meet us in the car park)
Grade: 3-4 (some scrambling involved)
Distance: ~7-8 miles
Time: ~3-4 hours
Description: From the car park we will take the signed path to Janet’s Foss waterfall, then across the road & up Gordale Beck to Gordale Scar. We ascend this via a short scramble which should be straightforward enough even for those with little experience (it is described as having “bulky ledges for your feet” and with “handholds [that] are basin-shaped” but a head for heights is useful). If the weather or volume of water coming over the falls precludes the scramble we return to the road to pick up an alternative path. Assuming we carry on as planned, we will then walk to Malham Tarn before turning back & arrive at the top of Malham Cove itself, via Ing Scar. Once we have descended, we can stop to look out for the Peregrine Falcons (& any climbers attempting the routes); there is also the option to explore the cove via the climbers’ traverse which leads all around the cove at a height of some metres – this will not be part of the walk proper so anyone wishing to do this can leave the group at that point (unless of course everyone wants to do it) – and is probably best avoided if wet.
As this is quite a short walk, and a good drive to get there, we may explore a bit more & deviate from the planned route if the opportunity arises. This will depend on how the group feels on the day & the weather etc. It should also give us ample time to explore Malham village itself, but please bring a packed lunch to eat, and the normal waterproofs etc.
Please let me know before Saturday if you are intending to come, as I am out all day Saturday and may not have any mobile reception.
Al 07584 300306
Sunday, 22 June 2014
Sunday, 15 June 2014
Sun 15 Jun - Howgills
A great walk in the Howgills near Sedbergh in the Yorkshire Dales.
Due to the Limited parking at the start point below Winder, I suggest we all meet at 594-931. Its a lay by just off Junction 37 of the M6, turn toward Kendal and its the first on the right. then we can get in to as few cars as possible, and drive to the starting point.
We climb up Winder,Arant Haw,The Calf then back around to the starting point in a loop. good paths on the whole, some steep inclines but nothing really to difficult.
Starting time; 9.30 am in the lay by, to start the walk at 10.00 am
Highest point; The Calf 676 metres,
Time; 4.5- 5 hours
Distance: aprox 8 miles.
Peter; 07884408269
Due to the Limited parking at the start point below Winder, I suggest we all meet at 594-931. Its a lay by just off Junction 37 of the M6, turn toward Kendal and its the first on the right. then we can get in to as few cars as possible, and drive to the starting point.
We climb up Winder,Arant Haw,The Calf then back around to the starting point in a loop. good paths on the whole, some steep inclines but nothing really to difficult.
Starting time; 9.30 am in the lay by, to start the walk at 10.00 am
Highest point; The Calf 676 metres,
Time; 4.5- 5 hours
Distance: aprox 8 miles.
Peter; 07884408269
Sunday, 8 June 2014
Sun 8 Jun - Langdale Horseshoe
Start Point: O.D.G. (Old Dungeon Ghyll) Car Park, Langdale (G.R. - NY 286 061) @ 10.00
Description: Stool End Farm / The Band / 3 Tarns / Bow Fell / Esk Pike / Esk Hause / Angle Tarn / Lining Crag / Stake Pass / Langdale Combe / Mickleden
Distance: 10 miles (16.1 km)
Total Ascent: 912 m (2992 ft.)
High Point: Bow Fell summit - 902 metres (2960 ft.)
Time: 7 - 7.5 hours
Grade: 4
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
> You MUST let Dan know you are coming by 08:00 on Sunday, at the latest.
If no-one has contacted Dan by 08:00 Sunday the walk will be cancelled.
Description: Stool End Farm / The Band / 3 Tarns / Bow Fell / Esk Pike / Esk Hause / Angle Tarn / Lining Crag / Stake Pass / Langdale Combe / Mickleden
Distance: 10 miles (16.1 km)
Total Ascent: 912 m (2992 ft.)
High Point: Bow Fell summit - 902 metres (2960 ft.)
Time: 7 - 7.5 hours
Grade: 4
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831237)
> You MUST let Dan know you are coming by 08:00 on Sunday, at the latest.
If no-one has contacted Dan by 08:00 Sunday the walk will be cancelled.
Sunday, 1 June 2014
Sun 1 Jun - Coniston Old Man
A high level walk on easy paths with dramatic views of the Coniston
Massif and beyond. A long climb through old copper mines to Low water
then becomes steeper towards the summit of Coniston Old Man. This is
followed by a gentler ridge walk to Brim Fell and on to Swirl How.
From here there is a steep descent to Wetherlam down the Prison Band,
and then an easier path down Lad Stones ridge to the end.
As this is a high level route, it is subject to change if the weather
is bad, in which case an alternative low level walk will take place.
Distance: 7.8 miles
Total ascent: 700m
Time: 5.5 hrs
Grade: 3
Start: 10 am. Parking by the side of the road rising to Coppermines
valley track (SD 300979). From the main road in Coniston, take the
turning with the Black Bull Inn on the corner, and continue straight
on past a junction on the left, to tree-lined walls where there is
space to park on the roadside.
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
Massif and beyond. A long climb through old copper mines to Low water
then becomes steeper towards the summit of Coniston Old Man. This is
followed by a gentler ridge walk to Brim Fell and on to Swirl How.
From here there is a steep descent to Wetherlam down the Prison Band,
and then an easier path down Lad Stones ridge to the end.
As this is a high level route, it is subject to change if the weather
is bad, in which case an alternative low level walk will take place.
Distance: 7.8 miles
Total ascent: 700m
Time: 5.5 hrs
Grade: 3
Start: 10 am. Parking by the side of the road rising to Coppermines
valley track (SD 300979). From the main road in Coniston, take the
turning with the Black Bull Inn on the corner, and continue straight
on past a junction on the left, to tree-lined walls where there is
space to park on the roadside.
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
Sunday, 25 May 2014
Sunday, 18 May 2014
Sun 18 May - Great Langdale & Lingmoor Fell Afternoon Walk
This afternoon walk starts in Elterwater village and follows the valley floor of Great Langdale, returning over Side Pike and Lingmoor Fell. On Side Pike we will negotiate The Squeeze, a narrow gap between the fellside and a large rock, and it is quite a steep ascent to reach the top Lingmoor Fell - we may need our hands to steady us up the rock (nothing technical though).
Start: Car park on the north edge of Elterwater village Grid Reference: NY 329 051 (ie not the car park in the centre of the village)
Start time: 13:00/1pm. Note the late start time
Length of walk: 8 miles
Time: 4.5 – 5 hours
Total ascent: 400 metres
Grade: just about 3
Leader: Jeremy 07899 923019. Let me know if you’re coming, otherwise if I don’t hear from anyone I won’t be there.
Start: Car park on the north edge of Elterwater village Grid Reference: NY 329 051 (ie not the car park in the centre of the village)
Start time: 13:00/1pm. Note the late start time
Length of walk: 8 miles
Time: 4.5 – 5 hours
Total ascent: 400 metres
Grade: just about 3
Leader: Jeremy 07899 923019. Let me know if you’re coming, otherwise if I don’t hear from anyone I won’t be there.
Saturday, 10 May 2014
Sat/Sun 10/11 May - Snowdonia Weekend
Organised by James and Fiona
Barbara and Jeremy are thinking of leading a walk (weather permitting) over Tryfan and Bristle ridge onto the Glyders. This is a very rocky scramble/ hill walk, an amazing experience, but not for the faint hearted. I will most likely be walking up to tryfan via the lake (llyn Bochlwyd). Snowdonia, if you have never been before is totally different to the lakes, its mountains are much rockier and wilder, though no bigger. There are lots of non-scrambling walks for those who prefer just using two legs.
Could all interested summit gooders get in touch asap in order to arrange car shares.
Contact fiona 07855290353 or james 07811847381
James and Fiona will not be leading walks on behalf of the Summitt Good Group.
Barbara and Jeremy are thinking of leading a walk (weather permitting) over Tryfan and Bristle ridge onto the Glyders. This is a very rocky scramble/ hill walk, an amazing experience, but not for the faint hearted. I will most likely be walking up to tryfan via the lake (llyn Bochlwyd). Snowdonia, if you have never been before is totally different to the lakes, its mountains are much rockier and wilder, though no bigger. There are lots of non-scrambling walks for those who prefer just using two legs.
Could all interested summit gooders get in touch asap in order to arrange car shares.
Contact fiona 07855290353 or james 07811847381
James and Fiona will not be leading walks on behalf of the Summitt Good Group.
Sunday, 4 May 2014
Sun 4 May - Troutbeck / Kentmere / Garburn Stroll
Start Point: South end of Dubbs Road (G.R. NY 423 006) @ 10.00
Description: ½ mi. on lane (tarmac) / Borrans Lane (track) / High Borrans / Mickle Moss / Whiteside End / above Hall Wood / Kentmere Hall / Crabtree Brow / Garburn Pass / Garburn Road / Dubbs Road
Distance: 9 mi (14.5 km)
Total Ascent: 400m (1312ft.)
High Point: top of Garburn Pass - 447m (1467ft.)
Time: 6.5 - 7 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832 840 or 07919 831 237)
Description: ½ mi. on lane (tarmac) / Borrans Lane (track) / High Borrans / Mickle Moss / Whiteside End / above Hall Wood / Kentmere Hall / Crabtree Brow / Garburn Pass / Garburn Road / Dubbs Road
Distance: 9 mi (14.5 km)
Total Ascent: 400m (1312ft.)
High Point: top of Garburn Pass - 447m (1467ft.)
Time: 6.5 - 7 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832 840 or 07919 831 237)
Sunday, 27 April 2014
Sun 27 April - Trough of Bowland - cancelled
Cancelled due to illness. To be rescheduled later in the year.
Saturday, 26 April 2014
Sat 26 April - Social at Rossini's in Ulverston
A table has been booked for 8pm at Rossini's restaurant in Ulverston.
If you would like to come and enjoy an evening of good food and
friendly company in a relaxed environment, please let Phil know by
text or email (07958 698905 or phil.brookes11@gmail.com) by 12th April
if possible.
Menu can be found at www.ristoranterossini.co.uk/menu.html
If you would like to come and enjoy an evening of good food and
friendly company in a relaxed environment, please let Phil know by
text or email (07958 698905 or phil.brookes11@gmail.com) by 12th April
if possible.
Menu can be found at www.ristoranterossini.co.uk/menu.html
Sunday, 20 April 2014
Sun 20 April - Gummers How and Ravensbarrow
Start Point: Car park close to Gummers How, in Astley Plantation (grid ref 389875 ) @ 11.00
Description: From the car par go through the gate, cross the road and climb to the summit of Gummers How. Head towards the Birchfell Plantation. Walk through the plantation to Whinney Knott and on to Lightwood. At Lightwood turn right onto a bridal way which leads past Raven’s Barrow, Heights Cottage, Sow How Tarn onto Sow How Lane. From Sow How Lane enter the Astley Plantation back towards the car park.
Distance: 5 miles
Time: 2-3 hours
Grade: 1-2
Total Ascent: 290 metres
Leader: Suzanne
Tel: 07887 942038 evenings and weekends only or email summittgoodrambling@gmail.com
Please could you let Suzanne know by 9.00 on the day if you are going. If nobody contacts Suzanne the walk will be cancelled.
Description: From the car par go through the gate, cross the road and climb to the summit of Gummers How. Head towards the Birchfell Plantation. Walk through the plantation to Whinney Knott and on to Lightwood. At Lightwood turn right onto a bridal way which leads past Raven’s Barrow, Heights Cottage, Sow How Tarn onto Sow How Lane. From Sow How Lane enter the Astley Plantation back towards the car park.
Distance: 5 miles
Time: 2-3 hours
Grade: 1-2
Total Ascent: 290 metres
Leader: Suzanne
Tel: 07887 942038 evenings and weekends only or email summittgoodrambling@gmail.com
Please could you let Suzanne know by 9.00 on the day if you are going. If nobody contacts Suzanne the walk will be cancelled.
Saturday, 19 April 2014
Wednesday, 16 April 2014
Sunday, 13 April 2014
Sun 13 April - Silver How, Loughrigg and Bluebells
A yomp across two of Lakeland's smaller fells, overlooking the
picturesque Grasmere, culminating in a stroll through the bluebell
woods of White Moss Common.
The walk starts from Grasmere village, ascending Silver How via Allan
Bank, then continuing down to Red Bank. The ascent of Loughrigg is
slightly steep, but does not take too long, and the view from the top
is usually worth it. A gradual descent to Brow Head Farm, followed by
a walk alongside the River Rothay takes us to Rydal Water. Crossing
the bridge into Penny Rock Woods and then over the road to White Moss
common. Then it is only a short walk back to the start in Grasmere.
Distance: 8 miles
Total ascent: 600m
Time: 5 hrs
Grade: 2
Start: 10 am at Grasmere Primary School Car Park (honesty box
donation), Stock Lane, LA22 9SJ (Grid ref. NY339073)
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
picturesque Grasmere, culminating in a stroll through the bluebell
woods of White Moss Common.
The walk starts from Grasmere village, ascending Silver How via Allan
Bank, then continuing down to Red Bank. The ascent of Loughrigg is
slightly steep, but does not take too long, and the view from the top
is usually worth it. A gradual descent to Brow Head Farm, followed by
a walk alongside the River Rothay takes us to Rydal Water. Crossing
the bridge into Penny Rock Woods and then over the road to White Moss
common. Then it is only a short walk back to the start in Grasmere.
Distance: 8 miles
Total ascent: 600m
Time: 5 hrs
Grade: 2
Start: 10 am at Grasmere Primary School Car Park (honesty box
donation), Stock Lane, LA22 9SJ (Grid ref. NY339073)
Leader: Phil (07958 698905)
Sunday, 6 April 2014
Sun 6 Apr - Mint and Three Tarns
Meet and park in the lay-by at Otter Bank on the A6 (north of Kendal SD 532 972) at 1030am.
This is a walk in a lesser visited part of our area that includes a quiet river, meandering lanes and panoramic views. We begin by walking south from the lay-by past Skelmergh Tarn, pick up a portion of the Dales Way, pass Black Moss Tarn, cross the River Mint, past Selside Church and Watchgate Water Treatment Works and back to the cars.
Distance 8.5 miles, 275m/900ft ascent, grade - moderate
Please text Sarah 07818 366665 before 9am on the day of the walk to indicate you plan to attend.
This is a walk in a lesser visited part of our area that includes a quiet river, meandering lanes and panoramic views. We begin by walking south from the lay-by past Skelmergh Tarn, pick up a portion of the Dales Way, pass Black Moss Tarn, cross the River Mint, past Selside Church and Watchgate Water Treatment Works and back to the cars.
Distance 8.5 miles, 275m/900ft ascent, grade - moderate
Please text Sarah 07818 366665 before 9am on the day of the walk to indicate you plan to attend.
Saturday, 5 April 2014
Sat 5 April - Pudding and planning meeting
Sat
5th Apr '14 -
P. & P. P.
Pudding
and Planning meeting at Dan's house @ 19.30 (113
South Row, Barrow, LA13 0HJ)
Dan's
#
01229
832 840 or 07919 831 237
Meeting
to plan the group's summer programme.
There
will be puddings afterwards, so everyone bring puddings and
beverages!
If you are unable to attend, but would like to lead a walk, please email Suzanne at suzanne.gates71@googlemail.com with date and location of any walks you want to lead.
If you are unable to attend, but would like to lead a walk, please email Suzanne at suzanne.gates71@googlemail.com with date and location of any walks you want to lead.
Sunday, 30 March 2014
Sun 30 Mar - Barbon Low Fell and Barbondale
The steepest climb of the day is out of the way first with a climb up onto Barbon low fell. From there we walk to Brownthwaite with a view of Casterton stone circle. We descend onto the fell road and then up to Bullpot farm and caving club joining the bridleway back down the fell into Barbondale. We across Barbon beck and enter Barbon manor woods, through Barbon manor park and back to the car. There is an option from Barbondale to walk an extra mile and half taking in Eskholme pike, an excellent viewing point of the Lune valley (weather permitting).
Distance: 8 miles (plus 1.5 optional extra)
Time: Approx. 4.5 hours
Highest point: 420m
Grade: 2/3
Start: 10:00am @ Barbon Church (OL2–Yorkshire Dales 631 / 825 SD) Free parking on the roadside beside the church.
Leader: Peter 07884408269
Distance: 8 miles (plus 1.5 optional extra)
Time: Approx. 4.5 hours
Highest point: 420m
Grade: 2/3
Start: 10:00am @ Barbon Church (OL2–Yorkshire Dales 631 / 825 SD) Free parking on the roadside beside the church.
Leader: Peter 07884408269
Sunday, 23 March 2014
Sun 23 Mar - The Dodds
Meet 09:45 @ the disused quarry just south of Dockray, NY 396 10.
Walk starts @ 10:00
Distance ~10 miles
Time ~5 hours
Grade ~3
Route
Over Round How, Swineside Knott, Brown Hills, Green side, to Sticks Pass – then over Stybarrow Dodd, Watsons Dodd & Great Dodd before turning back over Randerside & Bruts Moss to Dockray.
Max height ~ 850m
Thanks
Alastair
07584 300306
Walk starts @ 10:00
Distance ~10 miles
Time ~5 hours
Grade ~3
Route
Over Round How, Swineside Knott, Brown Hills, Green side, to Sticks Pass – then over Stybarrow Dodd, Watsons Dodd & Great Dodd before turning back over Randerside & Bruts Moss to Dockray.
Max height ~ 850m
Thanks
Alastair
07584 300306
Saturday, 22 March 2014
Sat 22 Mar - Social - Ambleside
For the social, it’ll be in Ambleside, not Kendal, for drinks & to see the band “Roomfull of Mirrors” play at The Gilded Lily [http://roomfull.co.uk/gigs.php]. They start at 9pm, I aim to be there from around 8pm.
Contact Alastair B for more details. 07584 300306
Contact Alastair B for more details. 07584 300306
Sunday, 16 March 2014
Sun 16 Mar - Red Screes / Scandale Pass / Scandale Valley
Start Point: in Ambleside on Under Loughrigg road (beside the River Rothay / opposite the park / by the stone arch footbridge) (G.R. NY - 371044 @ 10.00)
Description: After walking through the park & Ambleside centre we walk up a bit of kirkstone pass to the start of Red Screes. Lunch will be on top of Red Screes. We then head down to Scandale pass and walk back to Ambleside following the Beck past the water falls at high Sweden bridge.
Distance: 9miles (14km)
Total Ascent: 725 metres (2380 ft.)
High Point: Red Screes - 776 metres (2545 ft.)
Time: 5 / 6 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Matthew on 07878352150
Description: After walking through the park & Ambleside centre we walk up a bit of kirkstone pass to the start of Red Screes. Lunch will be on top of Red Screes. We then head down to Scandale pass and walk back to Ambleside following the Beck past the water falls at high Sweden bridge.
Distance: 9miles (14km)
Total Ascent: 725 metres (2380 ft.)
High Point: Red Screes - 776 metres (2545 ft.)
Time: 5 / 6 hours
Grade: 3
Leader: Matthew on 07878352150
Wednesday, 12 March 2014
Sunday, 9 March 2014
Sun 9 Mar - The high ridges around Hartsop & Hayeswater
Route: Starting from Hartsop, the walk ascends past Hayeswater to The Knott (739m) and then High Street (828m). We walk the length of High Street to Thornthwaite Crag and Stony Cove Pike and descend via Hartsop Dodd back to the car park.
Start: 10:00am Hartsop Car Park (NY 410 130).
Parking: There is limited free parking at Hartsop Car Park (NY 410 130), a small car park at the end of the village. Alternatively, if this is full, there is parking approximately 1 mile away at Cow Bridge, Brothers Water (NY 403 134). It may be worth arriving a bit early in the hope of getting a space.
Total Distance: 8 miles
Time of Walk: up to 6 hours
Total Ascent of Walk: 820 metres
Grade: 4 (steep climbs & descents)
Leader: Jeremy (07899 923019). You must let me know if you’re coming by 8:30am on Sunday 9th March otherwise, if no-one has contacted me, I won’t be there
Start: 10:00am Hartsop Car Park (NY 410 130).
Parking: There is limited free parking at Hartsop Car Park (NY 410 130), a small car park at the end of the village. Alternatively, if this is full, there is parking approximately 1 mile away at Cow Bridge, Brothers Water (NY 403 134). It may be worth arriving a bit early in the hope of getting a space.
Total Distance: 8 miles
Time of Walk: up to 6 hours
Total Ascent of Walk: 820 metres
Grade: 4 (steep climbs & descents)
Leader: Jeremy (07899 923019). You must let me know if you’re coming by 8:30am on Sunday 9th March otherwise, if no-one has contacted me, I won’t be there
Sunday, 2 March 2014
Sun 2 Mar - Social
Message from Alice:
Sorry there has been a change of plan with my walk. I saw Emily Robinson tonight and she said that she is doing a singing recital at Crosscrake Church on 2nd March. I was wondering if I could move my walk to another day and have the 2nd March as a social to go and see Emily sing. She is singing for Charity, you don't need to buy tickets it is just donations at the door.
It starts at 3.00pm and is going to be at St Thomas Church Crosscrake (LA8 0AB)
We were then going to go to the pub afterwards.
Sorry there has been a change of plan with my walk. I saw Emily Robinson tonight and she said that she is doing a singing recital at Crosscrake Church on 2nd March. I was wondering if I could move my walk to another day and have the 2nd March as a social to go and see Emily sing. She is singing for Charity, you don't need to buy tickets it is just donations at the door.
It starts at 3.00pm and is going to be at St Thomas Church Crosscrake (LA8 0AB)
We were then going to go to the pub afterwards.
Sunday, 23 February 2014
Sun 23 Feb - Witherslack/Bowland Bridge
NB PUB LUNCH INTENDED (@ the Hare & Hounds)
Start Point: Witherslack Hall School (parking space on the grass verges by the school gates)
(G.R. SD 435 859 @ 11.00)
Description: Witherslack Hall Farm / Knot Wood / High Low Wood / Pool Bank / Cowclose Wood / Swallow Mire / past St. Anthonys Church / Pool Garth / Mill Bridge / Bowland Bridge (brill food in the Hare & Hounds) / Lobby Bridge / Broomer Dale / Pool Bank (again) / Low & High Park Woods / Witherslack Hall
Distance: 8 miles (12.9 km)
Total Ascent: 221 metres (725 ft.)
High Point: High Park Wood - 100 metres (328 ft.)
Time: 4.5 hours
Grade: 2
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831 237)
You MUST let Dan know you are coming by 09:00 on Sunday, at the latest.
If no-one has contacted Dan by 09:00 Sunday the walk will be cancelled.
Start Point: Witherslack Hall School (parking space on the grass verges by the school gates)
(G.R. SD 435 859 @ 11.00)
Description: Witherslack Hall Farm / Knot Wood / High Low Wood / Pool Bank / Cowclose Wood / Swallow Mire / past St. Anthonys Church / Pool Garth / Mill Bridge / Bowland Bridge (brill food in the Hare & Hounds) / Lobby Bridge / Broomer Dale / Pool Bank (again) / Low & High Park Woods / Witherslack Hall
Distance: 8 miles (12.9 km)
Total Ascent: 221 metres (725 ft.)
High Point: High Park Wood - 100 metres (328 ft.)
Time: 4.5 hours
Grade: 2
Leader: Dan (on 01229 832840 [eves.] or 07919 831 237)
You MUST let Dan know you are coming by 09:00 on Sunday, at the latest.
If no-one has contacted Dan by 09:00 Sunday the walk will be cancelled.
Friday, 21 February 2014
Fri 21 Feb - 10th anniversary social - Kendal
Following feedback from the group, I suggest the following to celebrate ten years of Summitt Good! Meet in the Miles Thompson (Kendal Wetherspoons) from 7pm for drinks with the option of ordering food. At around 8.30 we will make our way over the road and down the street for drinks at Burgundy's where popular folk band 'A Room Full of Mirrors' are performing from 9pm. Come along at any part of the evening you wish. Burgundy's does not serve food in the evenings.
Please let Sarah know on 07818 366665 if you plan to attend so I know to look out for you and can try to get a big enough table.
Please let Sarah know on 07818 366665 if you plan to attend so I know to look out for you and can try to get a big enough table.
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