Blencathra from Threlkeld
Wednesday 6th January 2010
| Difficulty | Moderate with some minor exposure |
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| Distance | 9km / 6 Mile | |||
| Time (Approx.) | 5 Hours | |||
| Start / Finish point(s) | The Horse & Farrier Pub, Threlkeld | |||
| Postcode of start point | CA12 4SQ | |||
| Start Time | 10AM | |||
| Price | £20 per person. Family Tickets from £50 |
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| Availiability: | More than 8 spaces remaining. If booking more than 8 places please ring or email first to confirm. |
This more direct route over the summit of Blencathra takes in the spectacular Halls Fell Ridge, the direct line from Threlkeld to the summit of Blencathra with spectacular rocky scenery and wide panoramic views on a good day of almost the entire Lake District this is one of the classic routes in the Lakes.
Pictures from deanconner.co.ukThis walk is avaliable on the following dates:
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Want this walk on another date?
Why not make a private booking? We can take a private booking for this or any other walk on any day of the year.For more information please click here. |
From Threlkeld we will cross the fields to Halls Farm where we will climb the steep slopes onto Halls Fell Ridge, a good rocky ridge leading directly to the summit of Blencathra.
Please note that the decision to take in the Sharp Edge ridge is entirely at the Group Leaders discretion.
Directions:
Threlkeld is just of the A66 main road between Keswick and Penrith, follow the signs into the village, we will meet outside the Horse and Farrier Pub in the centre of the village, please do not park in the pub car parks, plenty of parking can be found a short distance in either direction from the pub.Packed Lunches
We can also provide packed lunches for any clients who require them, priced at £5.50 each these include a sandwich of your choice, crisps, fresh fruit, a cake or biscuit and a juice drink or bottle of water.
Please ring or email to book this service or order below.
Sandwiches available are:
- Cheese with or without pickle
- Egg Mayonnaise
- Beef with or without Horseradish
- Roast Ham with or without Mustard
All the above can be provided on white or wholemeal bread with or without salad.
Fruit available includes apples, pears, bananas or oranges
Hot flasks of tea / coffee / hot chocolate / green tea or tomato soup can also be provided, priced at £2 per flask.
Equipment
A printed map and route card for the days walk is provided for each client so that they can follow the days progress.
The Lake District Walker is able to provide limited equipment for use by clients, this includes waterproof clothing and warm clothing. Please ring or email to see what we have available.
Each client is expected to bring suitable personal equipment, this should include the following:
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Winter Walks: (During winter daylight hours) Walking shoes / Boots In Snow: |