“There is some quality about Helvellyn which endears it to the memory of most people who have stood on it's breezy top”
A Wainwright
The summit of Helvellyn provides a wonderful viewpoint to watch the sun rising over the Lake District and the ascent from Wythburn Church gives a great ascent in the dark.
A great experience, everyone should see the sun rise from the summit of a mountain at least once!
“Legend and poetry, a lovely name and a lofty altitude combine to encompass Helvellyn in an aura of romance”
A Wainwright
The route climbing Helvellyn from Thirlmere gives a steady ascent on good paths throughout, perfect for an overnight walk.
From Wythburn Church we will climb through the woods to the fell track climbing above Comb Crags to reach the summit of Helvellyn, this route gives wonderful views as we climb above Thirlmere.
We will follow the fine ridge south from Helvellyn over the summits of Nethermost Pike, High Crag and Dollywaggon Pike before descending to Grisedale Tarn and the Raise Beck path down to Dunmail Raise and the track back to Wythburn Church.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Wythburn Church, Thirlmere
Postcode: CA12 4TN
Grid Reference: NY 318 195
Directions
From Keswick: Follow the A591 south from Keswick, towards Ambleside and Windermere, continue through the woods alongside Thirlmere, when a small white church is seen to the left look out for an entrance to a car park shortly after, we will meet here.
From the South Lakes: Follow the A591 north from Ambleside, passing Grasmere and crossing Dunmail Raise, after descending from Dunmail Raise pass a lane to the left, look out now for an entrance to a car park on the right at Wythburn Church, follow the track to the car park by the church, we will meet here.
Please note that the car park is now pay and display, (£7 per day in 2014)
The postcode above may not send you to the exact location, there is a long stretch of road here on the same postcode, some satnav systems may send you a little further down the road.
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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