“It has all the markings of a great mountain”

A Wainwright

An easy way to ascend Ullscarf, the most central fell in the Lake District and a great viewpoint over much of Lakeland.

Summits included on this route:
Ullscarf726 metres / 2382 feet
Great Crag440 metres / 1444 feet

“This, although a natural and obvious line of approach, passes through territory little frequented by walkers”

A Wainwright

From Watendlath Farm we will follow the bridleway climbing above Bleatarn Gill by Robinbank Crag. The steady climb takes us above Blea Tarn to meet the fenceline along the ridge. Here we turn south following the fenceline as it climbs by Standing Crag eventually to the grassy summit of Ullscarf.

From Ullscarf we follow the fence to the north turning off to follow the ridge over Coldbarrow Fell, the heathery northern ridge of Ullscarf. High Saddle and Low Saddle are crossed before the descent steepens a little taking us down towards Dock Tarn.

From Dock Tarn we will take the path to the summit of Great Crag.

The path back to Watendlath from Great Crag is a little boggy underfoot in places but we're soon over this and back into Watendlath.

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

Where to meet: Watendlath
Postcode: CA12 5UW
Grid Reference: NY 276 163

Directions

From Keswick: Leave Keswick on the Borrowdale Road (from the mini roundabout near the co-op) Follow this road for 2 miles until a road climbs to the left, signposted to Watendlath. Follow this road (narrow, steep and windy) for 3 miles to the National Trust car park at the end of the road (pay and diaplay), we will meet here.

Bus Services

There are no bus services to this meet point.

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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What is the minimum age for children on this event?

Posted by , Friday, 13 October 2017 on product Ullscarf from Watendlath

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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What happens if the weather is bad?

Posted by , Thursday, 12 October 2017 on product Ullscarf from Watendlath

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 , Wednesday, 20 September 2017 on product Ullscarf from Watendlath

Question:

Are dogs allowed on this walk?

Answers:

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.

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