“Eagle Crag is a beautiful fell, often admired, seldom ascended”

A Wainwright

High Raise, the highest of the Central Lake District Fells is rightly a popular summit, but the Borrowdale side of the mountain is much less trodden than the routes above Langdale and Grasmere to the south and east.

The ridge climbing above Stonethwaite from the Borrowdale Valley over Eagle Crag and Sergeant's Crag offers a wonderful route climbing between crags to the summit of Eagle Crag before following the ridge over Sergeant's Crag where a grassy slope leads to the summit of High Raise.

The descent from Ullscarf also gives a peaceful descent, over heathery slopes as we descend by the beautiful Dock Tarn.

Summits included on this route:
Eagle Crag520 metres / 1706 feet
Sergeant's Crag571 metres / 1873 feet
High Raise762 metres / 2500 feet
Ullscarf726 metres / 2382 feet
Great Crag440 metres / 1444 feet

“Hereabouts the surround of mountainous country is complete, the western arc being occupied by a tumultuous skyline and the eastern horizon formed of lofty smooth ranges”

A Wainwright

From Stonethwaite we climb the north western spur of High Raise, a wonderful route winding between crags to the summit of Eagle Crag, a great viewpoint over Stonethwaite and the southern reaches of Borrowdale.

The ridge south from Eagle Crag brings us to Sergeant's Crag before a grassy slope gives us a gentle climb to the summit of High Raise, the highest of the Central Fells and a wonderful viewpoint of the higher mountains of the Lake District.

From the summit of High Raise we will follow the path north, descending to Greenup Edge before climbing again to the summit of Ullscarf.

We will descend the north western spur of Ullscarf, a delightful heather covered ridge with barely a path to be seen, this ridge will bring us down to the picturesque Dock Tarn and the nearby summit of Great Crag.

The descent east from Great Crag will bring us back to Stonethwaite.

Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.

Where to meet: Stonethwaite, Borrowdale
Postcode: CA12 5XQ
Grid Reference: NY 263 136

Directions

From Keswick:
Leave on the Borrowdale Road (from the mini roundabout near the co-op) Follow this road for several miles, passing through the village of Rosthwaite, Continue on this main road until you reach an 's' bend on which is a left turn signposted Stonethwaite and The Langstrath Inn. Park just before the village on this road and walk in. We will meet outside The Langstrath Inn.

Bus Services

The nearest bus stop is Stonethwaite Lane End, around 10 minutes walk along the lane to the meet point.

The 78 bus runs between Keswick and Seatoller.

The 77/77a runs between Keswick and Buttermere, however this is a seasonal service running 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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Is there a minimum number of participants for this event to go ahead?

Posted by , Thursday, 9 November 2017 on product High Raise from Borrowdale

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Is there a minimum number of participants for this event to go ahead?

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Posted by John Scadding on Thursday, 9 November 2017

No, there is no minimum number for this event, if 1 person books then it will go ahead

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What is the minimum age for children on this event?

Posted by , Thursday, 12 October 2017 on product High Raise from Borrowdale

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What is the minimum age for children on this event?

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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.

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What happens if the weather is bad?

Posted by , Thursday, 12 October 2017 on product High Raise from Borrowdale

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What happens if the weather is bad?

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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

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Are dogs allowed on this walk?

Posted by , Monday, 18 September 2017 on product High Raise from Borrowdale

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Are dogs allowed on this walk?

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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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