“the greatest display of natural grandeur in the district, a spectacle of massive strength and savage wildness”

A Wainwright

This walk offers a unique opportunity to summit both Scafell Pike and Scafell in a way most walkers have never considered climbing from the picturesque Esdale Valley over the ofen overlooked summit of Pen, the quietest, most rugged ascent of Scafell Pike.

Summits included on this route:
Scafell Pike978 metres / 3209 feet
Scafell964 metres/ 3163 feet
Slight Side762 metres / 2500 feet

“Doubly happy, however, is the man to whom lofty mountain tops are within reach”

John Muir

From Wha House we will follow the track to Scale Bridge where we begin the gentle climb past Brock Crag and Silverybield Crag to Cam Spout Crag. We continue following the River Esk up to one of its tributaries called Little Narrowcove and immediately begin to climb to our first summit of the day Pen. Once at Pen follow the steep ground up past Chambers Crag to begin our summit of Scafell Pike.

At the summit of Scafell Pike we head down Mickledore to connect with the concealed path up to Foxes Tarn. This can be quite the scramble but offers welcome solitude from the crowds atop Scafell Pike, gently ascending Scafell. From this summit we descend via Slight Side down the path crossing Catcove Beck and back into Eskdale to Wha House Farm.

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

Where to meet: Wha House
Postcode: CA19 1TH
Grid Reference: NY 200 009

Directions

From Ambleside:
The mst direct route from Ambleside crosses the Wrynose Pass from Little Langdale and then the Hardknott Pass, this is a slow road so allow plenty of time. As you descend from Hardknott Pass continue, passing a telephonee box on the right, cross the bridge and a small layby will be seen on the right of the road, opposite the entrance to Wha House Farm.

From Gosforth:
Follow the signs from Gosforth to Eskdale, passing the Santon Bridge Inn, continue on this road past the village of Eskdale Green.
When a junction is reached with the George IV pub on the right turn left (Signposted to Boot).
Continue on this road past boot, and past the Woolpack Inn and the Youth Hostel until a small lay by is seen on the left, opposite the entrance to Wha House Farm, we will meet 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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What is the minimum age for children on this event?

Posted by , Friday, 13 October 2017 on product Pen, Scafell Pike & Scafell

Question:

What is the minimum age for children on this event?

Answers:

Posted by John Scadding on Friday, 13 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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1 Answer

What happens if the weather is bad?

Posted by , Thursday, 12 October 2017 on product Pen, Scafell Pike & Scafell

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 , Friday, 22 September 2017 on product Pen, Scafell Pike & Scafell

Question:

Are dogs allowed on this walk?

Answers:

Posted by John Scadding on Friday, 22 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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