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Place Fell on the eastern shores of Ullswater is a wonderful viewpoint over much of the high land surrounding Ullswater, and when combined with a walk along the lakeshore path, along the eastern shores of Ullswater, makes a great shorter days walking.
The fellside leading to the summit of Place Fell is varied, from woodlands on the lower slopes over the bracken and heather covered slopes to the rocky outcrops around the summits and the northern ridges there is always something of interest.
Summits included on this route:
Place Fell657 metres / 2156 feet
From Patterdale we will climb the track behind Rookings, climbing to Boredale Hause, the pass between Patterdale and Martindale. A short exploration here on Boredale Hause will reveal 'Chapel in the Hause' the remains of a 5th century chapel thought to have been built by St Patrick and dedicated to St Martin of Tours.
From Boredale Hause we will climb north up Steel Edge to the summit of Place Fell, a wonderful viewpoint.
From Place Fell we will descend north over the Knight, and either descend along the Hare Shaw path or descend a little further north by Low Birk Fell and down by the Scalehow Force waterfalls and down to meet the lakeshore path, returning to Patterdale by Silver Bay.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Outside the Patterdale Hotel, Patterdale
Postcode: CA11 0NL
Grid Reference: NY 397 158
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. After the road passes a turning to the right, continue past Brothers Water to the village of Patterdale where the Patterdale Hotel will be seen to the left, we will meet outside the Hotel entrance, a pay and display car park is opposite the hotel.
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 past the villages of Glenridding to Patterdale. The Patterdale Hotel will be seen on the right hand side, we will meet outside the Hotel entrance, a pay and display car park is opposite the hotel.
Bus Services
Glenridding is 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
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place fell from patterdale Review by Cathie and Emily
Overall Experience Had a lovely walk with Andy, he is a great guide.
Thank you so much, we will definitely use you again.
Cathie and Emily xx (Posted on 04/07/2016)
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Questions:
Question:
What is the minimum age for children on this event?
Answers:
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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.
Question:
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
Question:
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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