“Grange Fell is nothing on the map, everything when beneath one's feet”
A Wainwright
Although not the most famous mountain in Lakeland and quite minor in the height tables Grange Fell is a gem.
The lower slopes are covered in oak woodlands and the higher rambling summits (there are three tops to Grange Fell) are covered in bracken and heather.
It's joy to explore this rambling fell with spectacular views over, Grange, Derwentwater and Keswick as well as south over the Borrowdale Valley to Scafell Pike and Great Gable.
“In Loving Memory of King Edward VII, Grange Fell is dedicated by his sister Louise as a sanctuary of rest and peace. Here may all beings gather strength, find in scenes of beautiful nature a cause for gratitude and love to God, giving them courage and vigour to carry on his will”
The magnificent viewpoint of King´s How was named after the King as a memorial, and a commemorative slate plaque is situated just below the summit
From Grange Bridge we will walk north along the Borrowdale Road for a short distance to Troutdale, the path climbs above the small Troutdale Valley, up through wonderful oak woodland before emerging above the trees as we climb to the summit of Kings How, a great summit on the northern end of Grange Fell with spectacular views over Derwentwater.
From Kings How we will continue south to the summit of Brund Fell, this rocky summit is the highest point of Grange Fell and has spectacular views of all the fells around the Borrowdale Valley including Great Gable and the Langdale Pikes.
An easy descent from the summit leads to the village of Rosthwaite where if the group prefers we can stop for a pub lunch.
From Rosthwaite we will continue to the Derwent River where we will follow the riverside path back to Grange.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Grange Bridge, Borrowdale
Postcode: CA12 5UQ
Grid Reference: NY 253 174
Directions
From Keswick: Leave Keswick on the Borrowdale Road (from the mini roundabout near the co-op) Follow this road past the lake until a road leads to the right, crossing a long but narrow bridge, we will meet at the small car park on the opposite end of the bridge.
Bus Services
Grange is well served by buses, the bus stop is 100m away from the meet point.
The 78 bus runs between Keswick and Seatoller along the Borrowdale Valley.
The 77/77a runs from Keswick to Buttermere during the summer months (Easter to October Half Term).
Stagecoach bus timetables can be viewed here
Each participant is expected to have suitable personal equipment for their activity this should include the following:
- Walking shoes / Boots
- Waterproof clothing (Jacket and trousers)
- Suitable clothing for walking (no jeans)
- Warm tops
- Packed lunch
- Spare clothing
- Water
- Hat
- Gloves
For winter walks (November to March) events please also bring the following:
- Torch (preferably a headtorch)
- Spare batteries for the above
- Spare Gloves
- Flask & Hot Drink
The Following equipment may also be useful if owned:
The following equipment will be provided by The Lake District Walker should winter conditions require:
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