“Fairfield, a grand mountain with grand satellites in support”

A Wainwright

The ever popular summit of Fairfield has much more to offer than just the splendid Fairfield Horseshoe route, the eastern flanks above Patterdale also give great ridges and rugged scenery and the slopes above Grasmere also give a wonderful route, covering the summits of Stone Arthur, Great Rigg and Seat Sandal.

The summits of Stone Arthur and Seat Sandal give some of the best views over the Vale of Grasmere and the Easdale Fells and the descent down the southern shoulder of Seat Sandal with Grasmere stretching out ahead is a delight.

Summits included on this route:
Stone Arthur500 metres / 1640 feet
Great Rigg766 metres / 2513 feet
Fairfield873 metres / 2864 feet
Seat Sandal736 metres / 2759 feet

“Mention should be made of the excellent turf on this wide top: weary feet will judge it delightful”

A Wainwright

From Grasmere we will climb the western shoulder of Great Rigg, climbing to the rocky outcrop of Stone Arthur, a great viewpoint over the valley below and across to Easdale Tarn and the fells surrounding it.

From Stone Arthur the grassy ridge continues climbing to the summit of Great Rigg and onwards to the magnificent summit plateau of Fairfield, with it's striking views east over Patterdale to High Street and the Pennines.

We will descend west from Fairfield to Grisedale Hause, above Grisedale Tarn and climb the short slope to the summit of Seat Sandal.

Although the views from the summit of Seat Sandal are great just a short walk from the summit brings us to an even better viewpoint with stunning views over Grasmere and south to Morecambe Bay beyond, we will descend the southern shoulder of Seat Sandal, keeping these views in front of us the whole descent, crossing the fields back to Grasmere.

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

Where to meet: Grasmere Village
Postcode: LA22 9SS
Grid Reference: NY 337 076

Directions

Grasmere can easily be found off the A591 between Ambleside and Keswick. Follow the signs into the village and park in one of the many car parks, we will meet in the centre of the village on the corner of Easdale Road, opposite Sam Reid´s Bookshop.

Bus Services

Ambleside is well served by buses, the main bus stop is100m away from the meet point.

The 555 bus runs between Kendal and Keswick, passing through Windermere and Grasmere.

The 599 runs regularly through the summer months from Bowness, Windermere and Grasmere.

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

Posted by , Thursday, 9 November 2017 on product Fairfield from Grasmere

Question:

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

Answers:

Posted by John Scadding on Thursday, 9 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 Fairfield from Grasmere

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 Fairfield from Grasmere

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