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A wonderful rugged route climbing the fifth highest mountain in England, spectacular scenery throughout and one of the best summit viewpoints in the Lake District.
Summits included on this route:
Seathwaite Fell632 metres / 2073 feet
Great End910 metres / 2986 feet
Allen Crags785 metres / 2575 feet
A spectacular route climbing to the summit of England's fifth highest mountain, taking in some of the best rugged scenery in the Lake District.
From Seathwaite we will follow the track to Stockley Bridge, climbing towards Sty Head Gill and taking a steep route to the summit of Seathwaite Fell, a glorious viewpoint over the Borrowdale Valley.
From Seathwaite Fell we follow the ridge south, passing several small tarns until we reach the shores of Sprinkling Tarn, a picturesque pool below the north face of Great End.
An intricate path takes us up The Band from Sprinkling Tarn, rocky at times this ridge is a wonderful route to the summit of Great End with some stunning scenery along the way.
We leave the summit of Great End and descend through Calf Cove to Esk Hause before descending to the col below the Allen Crags, from here it's just a short climb up onto the summit of the Allen Crags, although this is an optional extra summit it's well worth the extra effort with it's wonderful views across Sprinkling Tarn to Great Gable and some of the best views of Great End.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Postcode: CA12 5XJ
Grid Reference: NY 235 121
Directions
From Keswick: Leave on the Borrowdale Road (from the mini roundabout near the co-op).
Follow this road for approx 8 miles, passing through Rosthwaite until just before reaching the village of Seatoller a narrow lane leads off to the left on the bend, signposted to Seathwaite, camp site and Sty Head. This road can be busy and has passing points (unmarked), blind bends and walkers in the road, also a few sheep for good measure, please drive carefully.
Follow this lane, parking as close to the end near the farm as possible, we will meet at the turning circle before the farm entrance gate.
Bus Services
The nearest bus stop to Seathwaite is Seatoller, around 20 minutes walk away from the meet point
- The 78 bus runs regularly between Keswick and Seatoller
- The 77/77a also runs from Keswick to Seatoller and then on to Buttermere, this however is a seasonal service from Easter to October
Stagecoach bus timetables can be viewed here
Each participant is expected to bring suitable personal equipment for the event.
This should include the following:
Summer Events:
(November - March)
- Walking shoes / Boots
- Waterproof clothing (Jacket and trousers)
- Suitable clothing for walking (no jeans)
- Warm tops
- Packed lunch
- Spare clothing
- Water
- Hat
- Gloves
Winter Events:
(April - October)
- Walking Boots
- Waterproof clothing (Jacket and trousers)
- Suitable clothing for walking (no jeans)
- Warm tops
- Packed lunch
- Spare clothing
- Water
- Hat
- Gloves
- Torch (preferably a headtorch)
- Spare batteries for the above
- Spare Gloves
- Flask & Hot Drink
The Following equipment may also be useful if owned:
- Snow Goggles
- Gaiters
The following equipment will be provided by The Lake District Walker should winter conditions require:
- Ice Axe
- Crampons
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Questions:
Question:
What is the minimum age for children on this event?
Answers:
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Posted by John Scadding on Thursday, 12 October 2017
We do not have a set minimum age for this event, however, you know your child best, therefore please bear in mind this is an open event of varying ages, if you are not confident your child can complete this event then hiring a private guide could be a more suitable option.
As this is an open event all under 18's must be accompanied by an adult.
Question:
What happens if the weather is bad?
Answers:
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Posted by John Scadding on Thursday, 12 October 2017
We plan to walk whatever the weather, unless it is dangerous to do so.
Mountain weather can be a little unpredictable, but we do keep an eye on the forecasts leading up to walks, should the forecast mean that the walk is not possible then we will contact you as soon as we have the forecast and offer you the following options:
- A more suitable walk on the same date taking into consideration the weather conditions
- A transfer to the same walk on another date
- A full refund
Question:
Are dogs allowed on this walk?
Answers:
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Posted by John Scadding on Monday, 18 September 2017
Yes, dogs are allowed on all our walks.
However we do cross farmland and common land where animals will be grazing, there will be large sections of the walk, if not all, where dogs will be required to be on a lead.
There are sections of this walk across rough ground and boulders and as such this walk may not be suitable for all dogs.
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