Blencathra, and Derwent Water, Lake district

19-20 February 2022 Blencathra, and Derwent Water, Lake district.

Starting the weekend off with a circular walk of Derwent Water, the Queen of the lakes. You'll pass through ancient woodland and have views to die for in all directions. This is a 10 mile walk and the gradient remains flat throughout, leaving your legs ready for the climb on Sunday. Duration around 4 hours.

Then it's on to Blencathra the following day. A much loved mountain with more ascents described by Wainwright than any other. Indeed, he described Halls Fell Ridge as 'positively the finest way to any mountain-top in the district.' We will select the route up that best matches the weather conditions at the time. Duration 5-6 hours.

It is an open event and there will obviously be a mix of fitness levels so we will be moving at a casual pace with regular breaks that is suitable for everybody.

Items need for the walk

Good comfortable footwear

Waterproof jacket

Spare warm layers for when we stop

Hat and Gloves

Torch /Head torch

Feel free to contact us for any further information.