“this is one of the pleasantest short climbs in Lakeland”

A Wainwright

The craggy heather covered slopes to the north of Glenridding make an enjoyable shorter days walk, stunning views over Ullswater are the reward for anyone who climbs to the summits of Glenridding Dodd and Sheffield Pike.

The descent through the hidden wooded valley of Glencoyne, by Seldom Seen is a delight.

Summits included on this route:
Glenridding Dodd442 metres / 1450 feet
Sheffield Pike675 metres / 2215 feet

“On a sunny day in August the summit is a delectable place. It is richly clothed with heather, and larches almost reach the top of the north side”

A Wainwright

From Glenridding we will climb north to join the ridge above Blaes Crag, from where a short climb will bring us to the picturesque summit of Glenridding Dodd.

the ridge west from Glenridding Dodd climbs good paths over rough ground to the subsidiary summit but wonderful viewpoint of Heron Pike before climbing to the true summit of Sheffield Pike.

From the summit of Sheffield Pike we will descend west to Nick Head where a good path will drop down into the Glencoyne Valley, through the beautiful Glencoyne Wood and the Ullswater lakeshore path back to Glenridding.

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

Where to meet: Outside Glenridding TIC
Postcode: CA11 0PA
Grid Reference: NY 386 169

Directions

From the South Lakes: From the A591 between Ambleside and Windermere turn onto the A592. Follow this road over the Kirkstone Pass descending to Brothers Water. Continue on this road to the village of Glenridding. A car park will be found to the left in the centre of the village, park here (pay and display) we will meet outside the Tourist Information Centre on the car park.

From the North Lakes: From the A66 between Keswick and Penrith turn off onto the A592, near the Rheged Centre, signposted to Ullswater, follow this road south along the shore of Ullswater to the village of Glenridding. A car park will be seen on the right (pay and display), just after the garage, we will meet outside the Tourist Information Centre in the car park.

Bus Services

Glenriddingis served by a seasonal bus service from Ambleside and a more regular service from Penrith.

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

Sheffield Pike and Glenfridding Dodd Review by Robina

Overall Experience

Hello John

I should like to thank you again for the walk last Wednesday. It would have been quite reasonable to have cancelled it in the circumstances. I enjoyed it very much, wonderful views for not too much effort. I managed to complete the walk from Martindale, ascending Steel Knotts from Steel End onto Pikeawassa and returning past St. Martin's Church. It was a really quick drive back to Newcastle from Pooley Bridge. Hope to walk with your company again soon. (Posted on 28/09/2017)

Great day out Review by David

Overall Experience

Excellent shorter walk with wonderful views. (Posted on 08/03/2016)

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

Posted by , Monday, 13 November 2017 on product Sheffield Pike from Glenridding

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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 Monday, 13 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 Sheffield Pike from Glenridding

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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 Sheffield Pike from Glenridding

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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 Sheffield Pike from Glenridding

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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.

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