“Grisedale Pike is a nagger of conscience and cannot long be ignored. Nor should it be”
A Wainwright
A great Linear walk in one of the quieter areas of the Lake District following the spectacular ridge route over Whiteside, Hopegill Head and Grisedale Pike.
“All visitors to Lakeland who come to walk on the hills turn their footsteps in due course to Grisedale Pike”
A Wainwright
A wonderful ridge route from Lanthwaite Green to Braithwaite. After meeting at Braithwaite we will drive to Lanthwaite Green, above Crummock Water, from here we will follow the path up Whin Benn climbing to the two summits of Whiteside, the first with spectacular views over Crummock Water and the Buttermere Fells as well as Grasmoor End, the second slightly higher summit shows us the route ahead, the great narrow ridge of Whiteside, not quite a scramble, but easy walking along a wonderful crest to the rocky summit of Hopegill Head.
From Hopegill Head we will descend a little, circling above Hobcarton Crag to climb by Hobcarton Head to the summit of Grisedale Pike with it's wonderful views across the northern Lake District.
A good ridge descends from the summit of Grisedale Pike, rocky at first but then descending onto the grassy ridge over Kinn before descending easily to the road and Braithwaite.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Braithwaite
Postcode: CA12 5TD (approximate)
Grid Reference: NY 227 237
Directions
Braithwaite is found just off the A66 main road between Keswick and Cockermouth, turn off the road into the village and follow the signs for Whinlatter Pass, as the road leaves the village and starts to climbs through the trees a small car park (free) will be seen to the left, we will meet here.
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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