If you're looking for a quieter part of the Lake District to hike, the Northern Fells could be the place for you. Nestled in the shadow of the mighty Skiddaw are the Uldale Fells, a collection of smaller, rounder fells that get significantly less footfall than the honeypot summits. This 8 mile walk bags 5 Wainwrights: Longlands Fell, Brae Fell, Great Sca Fell, Meal Fell and Great Cockup. ... READ MORE »
Archives for June 2023
List of Wainwrights By Book
Alfred Wainwright put together 7 guide books to the 214 Lakeland fells between 1952 and 1966 called the Pictorial Guides to the Lakeland Fells. The fells are now fondly known as Wainwrights and it's a great challenge to visit the summit of each one. This is just a quick list of Wainwrights by book, and a record of the walks we've done to tick them off. Each green link will take you to a walk ... READ MORE »
Shining Clough Scramble to Bleaklow | 7 Miles
If you're looking for a fun Bleaklow route, this could be the one for you! It involves a Grade 2 scramble up Shining Clough and heads off over open moorland to find the air crash site of the Wellington R1011 which crashed in 1943. We then had a wander to Near Black Clough before returning to the car. This walk is just over 7 miles long. This walk involves LOTS of off path sections over open ... READ MORE »
Dash Falls and Skiddaw Walk | 10 Miles
This Skiddaw walk explores the Northern Fells of the Lake District and visits 6 Wainwright fells - Bakestall, Skiddaw, Skiddaw Little Man, Carl Side, Long Side and Ullock Pike. It also visits Whitewater Dash Falls, a stunning waterfall at the base of Bakestall with pools for a wild dip. This 9.9 mile walk is a great day on the fells. ... READ MORE »
Easy Walks in the Peak District
Easy Walks in the Peak District The Peak District National Park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With its picturesque landscapes, bleak, rugged moorlands, incredible views and tranquil valleys, it offers a wide range of walking trails suitable for all ages and fitness levels, from challenging all day hikes to Peak District short trails. In this blog post, ... READ MORE »
Blencathra via Sharp Edge | 5 Miles
This Blencathra hike starts from Scales and heads up to Scales Tarn before traversing the Sharp Edge scramble, paying a quick visit to Atkinsons Pike before reaching the summit of Blencathra. It then descends the grade 1 scramble of Halls Fell Ridge before returning to the start. This is a classic route in the Lake District Northern Fells at just over 5 miles. ... READ MORE »