“Nobody who is familiar with the topography of the Scafell area will have any doubts why Great End was so named”
A Wainwright
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.
“This is an excellent ascent, giving a satisfying sense of achievement”
A Wainwright
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.
Where to meet: The Turning Circle, Seathwaite
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
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