This is a sublime, high-level 'horseshoe' walk that ticks off five Wainwright fells and serves up stupendous views. It's a tough, steady climb and there's a couple of steep descents, but it's not scary or edgy.
Route
Is it for me? A long, tough climb at the start, and exposed summits in places, but primarily good paths
Stiles: 1
Start/parking: Small car park on B5292, grid ref NY223241
Nearest town: Keswick
Refreshments: Braithwaite
Public toilets: None
Public transport: Stagecoach in Cumbria's X5 service runs from Keswick to Braithwaite
Maps
Ordnance Survey Explorer OL4; Landranger 90
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