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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
May 20, 2026
C2C Day 3: Rosthwaite to Patterdale
A hike of two halves through classic Lakeland terrain, with a brief stop at Traveller’s Rest.
⭐️ Personal highlight: lush valley views on the Greenup Edge descent; the cloud lifting just enough to reveal Grisedale Tarn.
The climb out of Rosthwaite begins almost immediately, following stone-pitched paths through Borrowdale. After…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
May 19, 2026
C2C Day 2: Ennerdale Bridge to Rosthwaite
A valley and fell crossing from Ennerdale to Borrowdale, with a remote mid-stage stop at Black Sail YHA.
The first 10km follow the Ennerdale lakeshore path, which is rocky and uneven making it slow going when wet. This is followed by a forest section on easier gravel tracks: lush, green…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
May 18, 2026
C2C Day 1: St Bees to Ennerdale Bridge
A straightforward opening stage, following the temporary diverted route at St Bees due to cliff path erosion - shortening the original route by roughly 5km.
The first 10km are easy-going, with a mixture of grassy farmland paths and a paved section along the old railway line: a gentle warm-up before…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
May 10, 2026
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
May 9, 2026
Seat Sandal Loop from Grasmere
A beautiful valley walk leading to Seat Sandal - a quieter Wainwright that’s usually combined with the Helvellyn range. This is a gradual, steady ascent following a stone path before a short, fairly steep final stretch to the summit at 737m.
There are a couple of options for the way…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
May 1, 2026
5 Wainwrights from Stonethwaite: Eagle Crag, Sergeant's Crag, High Raise, Sergeant Man & Ullscarf
This is an adventurous loop for 5 Wainwrights, which has a real wild and remote feel.
Starting from the peaceful village of Stonethwaite, the small but prominent Eagle Crag looks intimidating from the valley - and indeed it is a steep climb up. The last section involves some hands-on movement…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
April 30, 2026
Hart Crag and Hartsop Above How from Brothers Water
A peaceful and gentle start to this two-Wainwright loop, following the edge of Brothers Water on a route that feels more secluded than you might expect.
On a dry spring morning we spotted a red squirrel, owl, deer and plenty of rabbits before the climbing had even begun.
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
April 30, 2026
Rest Dodd, The Nab, Angletarn Pikes & Brock Crags from Hartsop
A four-Wainwright loop from Hartsop taking in Rest Dodd, The Nab, Angletarn Pikes and Brock Crags, with fine views west to the Helvellyn range and east across the High Street ridge.
The route isn’t the tidiest – a couple of out-and-backs rather than a clean circuit – but it covers…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
April 18, 2026
Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside (+ Stone Arthur)
Fairfield Horseshoe is one of the most well-known ridge walks in the Lake District, and is worth saving for a clear day with good conditions.
Starting from bustling Ambleside, the route circles around 7 Wainwrights - the highest of which being Fairfield itself.
With wide ridges and mostly well-trodden paths,…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
April 10, 2026
Birkhouse Moor & Catstycam
For a relatively short hike, this route includes a satisfying amount of elevation and views that stretch across Ullswater from the first climb.
The route opens with a steep but well-worn, pitched-stone climb up to Birkhouse Moor - a Wainwright that tends to get overshadowed by the popular Helvellyn. From…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
April 6, 2026
Old Man of Coniston & Dow Crag Ridge Walk (7 Wainwright Coniston Round)
This is one of those iconic Lakes ridge walks that you’ll ideally want to save for a clear and still day to fully appreciate the views - they are worth it!
The first summit you’ll reach is the Old Man of Coniston (803m) - a popular summit in its own…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
April 4, 2026
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
March 29, 2026
Place Fell & Boredale Valley Loop
A quiet loop to Place Fell from the secluded Martindale valley, returning via Boredale Head.
After a short section of road, the ascent is grassy and fairly steep to the summit. From the Place Fell summit cairn, a gravel path leads down towards the valley, with Angle Tarn opening up…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
March 28, 2026
High Rigg - St John’s in the Vale Circular
A short loop over a standalone Wainwright in the heart of St John’s in the Vale, with excellent views for very little effort.
From the chapel, the route climbs the knobbly ridge to High Rigg’s summit. The ascent is gentle but the views are impressive, with Blencathra dominating the skyline…
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Kat | Summits & Skies went for a hike
March 28, 2026
Carrock Fell & High Pike: Northern Fells Circular
A simple circular loop connecting two Wainwrights in the quiet northern Caldbeck Fells - one of the least-visited corners of the Lake District.
Gentle terrain makes this a good half-day outing, and a solid winter option when the ground is frozen.
The ascent to Carrock Fell is the steepest section…
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