“Great Gable is a favourite of all fellwalkers, and a first favourite with many”

A Wainwright

Great Gable from Honister is a wonderful walk, with the added attraction of starting a little higher at Honister Pass this route makes the high summit of Great Gable more attainable.

This amazing route from Honsiter takes in some amazing views as well as a whole host of historical interest, your guide will take you on a fun packed tour with stories of mining and smuggling.

On a good day we will have spectacular views over the Wasdale Valley to the Irish Sea and the Isle of Man, as well as the many high peaks including the nearby Scafell Pike.

Summits included on this route:
Grey Knotts679 metres / 2287 feet
Brandreth715 metres / 2346 feet
Green Gable801 metres / 2628 feet
Great Gable899 metres / 2949 feet

“The aerial aspect of Wasdale is often described as the finest view in the district, a claim that more witnesses will accept than dispute”

A Wainwright

From Honister Pass we will climb south following the steep that above the slate mines to the summit of Grey Knotts.

The ridge then leads south west crossing the gentle plateau to the summit of Brandreth before descending a little to cross Gillercombe Head where a gentle pull will bring up onto the summit of Green Gable with wonderful views over Great Gable and west towards Buttermere and Ennerdale.

From Green Gable we will cross Windy Gap before climbing to the summit of Great Gable.

Our descent will be by Beck Head, dropping down the northern slopes to meet the Moses Trod path which skirts round the western flanks of the ridge before dropping down to the Drum House and following the old tramway back to Honister Pass.

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

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Where to meet: Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass
Postcode: CA12 5XN
Grid Reference: NY 225 135

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 passing through the village of Seatoller, here the road starts to climb steeply towards Honister Pass, continue to the top of the pass where two pay and display car parks will be seen to the left, we will meet outside the Slate Mine buildings.

Bus Services

Honister is served by a seasonal bus service (Easter to October half term), the bus stop is at the top of the pass, 100m from the meet point.

The 77/77a bus runs between Keswick and Buttermere over Honister Pass.

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 Walks:

Walking shoes / Boots
Waterproof clothing (Jacket and trousers)
Suitable clothing for walking (no jeans)
Warm tops
Packed lunch
Spare clothing
Water
Hat
Gloves

Winter Walks:

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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What happens if the weather is bad?

Posted by , Thursday, 12 October 2017 on product Great Gable from Honister Pass: Private Guiding

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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 , Wednesday, 20 September 2017 on product Great Gable from Honister Pass: Private Guiding

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Are dogs allowed on this walk?

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Posted by John Scadding on Wednesday, 20 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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