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| "Catbells is one of the great favourites, a family fell where grandmothers and infants can climb the heights together,a place beloved." |
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A. Wainwright
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Catbells, probably the most popular fell in the Lake District and a first for many young fellwalkers, is one of the most recognisable summits in Lakeland. The profile when seen across Derwentwater from Keswick is one of the most famous views in the Lake District, but the view from the summit is just as breathtaking with views over Borrowdale, Derwent Water, Keswick and Bassenthwaite Lake. |
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| "Words cannot adequately describe the rare charm of Catbells, nor it's ravishing view." |
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A. Wainwright
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From the carpark at the foot of Catbells we will climb south following the ridge over Skelgill Bank climbing the fine ridge with wonderful views over Derwentwater and the Newlands Valley before climbing to the summit of Catbells. Our descent from Catbells will bring us to Hause Gate from here we will descend east to Manesty and then down to the shores of Derwent Water. We will return to the start point by the lakeshore path, through Brandelhow Park to Hawse End and back to the Catbells Car Park. Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above. |
