“This is a mountaineering must”

A Wainwright

The Newlands Horseshoe is a wonderful ridge walk taking in six great summits and some amazing scenery, particularly the view from the summit of Dale Head, the highest point of the round.

Although a long day the route can be adapted to suit any group with several alternative descent routes.

Why not let our experienced leaders show you some of the beauty of our local mountains.

Summits included on this route:
Robinson737 metres / 2418 feet
Hindscarth727 metres / 2385 feet
Dale Head720 metres / 2362 feet
High Spy653 metres / 2142 feet
Maiden Moor576 metres / 1890 feet
Catbells451 metres / 1480 feet

“Dale Head was named from Newlands, of which valley it commands a remarkable full length view”

A Wainwright

Although a long walk this route can be adapted to make a shorter route by descending from the ridge at various points.
We will climb the northern ridge of Robinson, along the High Snab Bank ridge to the summit, with great views over the Newlands Valley and down to Crummock Water to the south.

The ridge continues over Hindscarth to the summit of Dale Head, the highest peak of the ridge, with spectacular views north down into the Newlands Valley and across to Skiddaw.

A steep descent on a good path brings us to Dale Head Tarn where we will begin to climb again to the summit of High Spy and the wonderful ridge north over Maiden Moor to Catbells, here we will descend past the old mine workings to the Newlands Valley and Little Town.

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

Where to meet: Car Park near Little Town, Newlands
Postcode: CA12 5TV (Approximate)
Grid Reference: NY 231 193

Directions

From Keswick / A66:
Turn off theA66 (Between Keswick and Cockermouth into the village of Braithwaite, after the camp site turn left (signposted to the Newlands Valley) turn left again over the bridge and follow this road out of the village.

Continue on this road crossing a cattle grid and the bridge at Stonycroft. Continue past the Stair turning until a bridge is crossed on a hairpin, shortly after this a road will lead to the left, follow this to the bottom of the valley, crossing the bridge until a car park is seen on the right of the road (£2 in 2012), just past a sharp corner. We will meet here.

Bus Services

There are no buses along the Newlands Valley.

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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1 Answer

What is the minimum age for children on this event?

Posted by , Thursday, 12 October 2017 on product The Newlands Horseshoe

Question:

What is the minimum age for children on this event?

Answers:

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 The Newlands Horseshoe

Question:

What happens if the weather is bad?

Answers:

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 The Newlands Horseshoe

Question:

Are dogs allowed on this walk?

Answers:

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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