My first long hike. The views are amazing. Bare in mind if the route says fitness level expert it really is required. I have ignored that and the route took nearly 2 hours longer than it should. Also pulled a muscle on my hip on one of the climbs so the descent and the rest of the route was in pure pain but made it to the end. 11/10 will go again.

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2. Whin Rigg – Illgill Head loop from Irton with Santon

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3. Illgill Head – Whin Rigg loop from Irton with Santon

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Location: Wasdale, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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View of Wast Water from Illgill Head

1. Whin Rigg – Illgill Head loop from Eskdale

2. Whin Rigg – Illgill Head loop from Irton with Santon

3. Illgill Head – Whin Rigg loop from Irton with Santon

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