“Great Gable is a favourite of all fellwalkers, and a first favourite with many”
A Wainwright
Great Gable from Borrowdale is one of the most popular and favoured walks in the Lake District.
Our experienced mountaineers will guide you up this magnificent mountain in the very heart of the Lake District.
On a good day we will have spectacular views over the Wasdale Valley to the Irish Sea and the Isle of Man, as well as the many high peaks including the nearby Scafell Pike.
“The aerial aspect of Wasdale is often described as the finest view in the district, a claim that more witnesses will accept than dispute”
A Wainwright
From Seathwaite we will climb alongside Taylorgill Force and follow the beck to Sty Head Tarn and the stretcher Box at Sty Head.
From here we will climb the path directly to the summit of Great Gable, with some of the most spectacular views of the Lake District, we will make a short detour to the Westmorland Cairn with the wonderful views over the Wasdale Valley and Wast Water.
From the summit of Great Gable we will continue over the lower summit of Green Gable before descending over Base Brown and alongside the waterfalls of Sour Milk Gill back to Seathwaite.
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, SeathwaitePostcode: CA12 5XJGrid 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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Excellent and supportive Review by jane
Conditions weren’t the best and icy in parts but John was fabulous helping my confidence and supporting me. Overall a great walk and great guiding . Would recommend (Posted on 16/01/2018)
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Great Gable Review by AW
Brilliant days walking with a friendly group of people. The weather was amazing. Snow on the tops clear views all around. Thanks John (Posted on 07/11/2017)
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Great Gables Review by Paul Richardson
John, was first class on my recent Great Gables walk. Extremely knowledgeable about all things to do with the Lake District. Our route was well thought out to include as many great views as possible. A lovely touch was the point John lead us to for lunch, overlooking the Wastwater valley, magnificent - and usually missed by most people who lunch at the peak of GG. (Posted on 09/05/2017)
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