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Smartwool walking routes – Staveley and Kentmere

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:36:06 +0000

The Kentmere valley in the Cumbrian Lake District is an area of rolling countryside, valleys, woods, hedges and drystone walls.

These Staveley and Kentmere walking routes sponsored by Smartwool take in the Garburn Pass following the old drove roads and packhorse tracks

Download Staveley and Kentmere walking routes PDF

which offer a well-graded course over high ground.

A second walk follows a more steep sided and craggy route over the Western Ridge of Kentmere.

Averaging 6 – 7 hours, and 15 – 18km, these walks will take in mixed terrain.

Before setting off on any of these walks please plot the route on an appropriate map: OS Landranger 90, OS Explorer OL 7

Smartwool Routes - A set of golakes walking guides sponsored by Smartwool.
Each guide contains two walks designed to give both new and seasoned explorers inspiration to get out and discover more of this fantastic landscape.
Areas covered are; Ambleside, Keswick, Stavely and Kentmere.

Lake District walk leaflet series

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:26:34 +0000

A series of useful leaflets has been produced by golakes to feature some great walks in the Cumbrian Lake District.

The Lake District offers walks for all abilities from the challenging Coast to Coast walk to some beautiful short walking routes which are perfect for

Golakes On Foot walks leaflet series

relaxing walking holidays

Voted time and again the walker’s favourite UK destination, the Lake District is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts.

Although a relatively small area, the Lake District contains a huge variety of opportunities for walkers.

Maybe you want to experience the classic lake, valley or ridge walks made famous through countless articles and guidebooks? Most are easily accessed from the major Lakes tourist centres via regular public transport services, and many low-level routes are suitable for wheelchairs or buggies.

The golakes “On foot” series is a range of A6 pocket size leaflets which tell you about the area and fold out to A3 size to reveal the relevant walks on a map.
The leaflets also contain lots of other useful information such as local public transport details.

Clicking on each area covered will take you to a more detailed page about the walk complete with downloadable PDF leaflet.

Smartwool Routes – A set of walking guides sponsored by Smartwool.
Each guide contains two walks designed to give both new and seasoned explorers inspiration to get out and discover more of this fantastic landscape.
Areas covered are; Ambleside, Keswick, Staveley and Kentmere.

Sprayway Family Walks – A series of walking routes perfect for families is sponsored by Sprayway.
Starting from classic destinations throughout the county there is a shorter route for little ones and a longer one for the more adventurous, so the whole family can get out and enjoy the best of the Adventure Capital.
Coniston, Buttermere, Patterdale, Borrowdale , Eskdale and Rydal areas are featured in this set.

Jennings Ale Trails – Long Distance walks sponsored by Jennings Brewery, explore some great days out in the Lake District and Cumbria. With routes to suit all abilities, you will be sure to take in some great scenery, good food and real ale.
Explore more series focuses on; Cockermouth, Wasdale and Eskdale, Keswick and Elterwater

Polartec Routes – With routes to suit all abilities sponsored by Polartec, you will be sure to take in some great scenery in and around;
Ambelside, Coniston, Keswick

Full Adventure capital series

Golakes have produced a range of activity leaflets in this series;
“Pedal or paddle, hike or climb. Challenge your competitive spirit or just get out there and enjoy”.
On foot – for walkers and hikers
On wheels – For cyclists
On course – For runners
On water – For canoeists etc
On ropes – Mountaineering

For more information, visit the golakes website.

Explore more from Elterwater

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:11:01 +0000

Elterwater in the Cumbrian Lake District offers classic routes as well as some important climbing crags and peaks.

Explore more from Elterwater sponsored by Jennings offers four different walks;

Download Explore more from Elterwater leaflet

Tour of Lingmell fell
Loughrigg fell
Little Langdale, Tilberthwaite and Tarn Hows
Blea Rigg

From easy to hard, these walks explore low level valley, packhorse trcks, major climbs and stunning sunnit experiences.

Look out for Jennings pubs along the walks and enjoy a pint of Cumberland Ale – you’re never far away from a well-deserved glass of Jennings beer!

Before setting off on any of these walks please plot the route on an appropriate map: OS Landranger 90, OS Explorer OL 6, OS Explorer OL7

Jennings Ale Trails - Long Distance walks sponsored by Jennings Brewery, explore some great days out in the Lake District and Cumbria. With routes to suit all abilities, you will be sure to take in some great scenery, good food and real ale.
Explore more series focuses on; Cockermouth, Wasdale and Eskdale, Keswick and Elterwater

Mountainguides.co.uk

admin — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:57:37 +0000

For those who prefer something a little more challenging such as rock climbing, scrambling or simply brushing up your navigation skills, then look no further than HiGHPOiNT.

Ex – Lake District National Park Ranger and mountaineering specialist John White set up John White Mountaineering in 1992. This evolved to become Highpoint Mountainguides in 2001.

John still runs the business, which has now expanded to offer a range of activities and training for groups www.lakeschallenge.co.uk and specialist services to the media, film and TV industries www.highpointpro.co.uk.

John White Says.

“My aim is to provide a high quality experience for everyone who comes out with us, whether you are undertaking some skills training, enjoying some guided climbing or just having some fun with a group”.

Instructors and Guides used by Highpoint are experienced, qualified professionals who are committed to ensuring that you have a safe and enjoyable time with them. Their local knowledge, and understanding of the mountain environment will frequently add some entertainment to your day and they have dozens of testimonials to this effect.

Highpoint hold an AALA Licence for the provision of a range of activities to unaccompanied under 18′s – details at www.aals.org.uk and are also members of the British Mountaineering Council and Institute for Outdoor Learning.

Insurance cover and risk assessments are all available on request.

Highpoint work with hundreds of individuals every year who undertake courses, guided walking and climbing or group activities. In addition, they work with several large organisations including;

Berghaus
Brasher
Olympic Delivery Authority
Loughborough University
English Partnerships

INSTRUCTORS

Highpoint Instructors

John White started climbing in 1976 (when very young, obviously…). He has written or co-written guidebooks to Langdale, Northern England and the Stubai Alps. he has also written a book on Mountain Rescue and contributed to many walking books such as Classic Walks in Great Britain and AA Guides to France. John has made well over 100 first ascents up to E5 standard and Winter 6. He has climbed in Africa, throughout Europe and the Alps, the Rockies and Greenland.

Richard Bailey is as an excellent instructor – patient, skilful and safe. He has climbed all over the world – from the Lofoten Islands to South America, and from the Alps to Tibet. Richard has been with Highpoint for several years is our main climbing guide. An MIA qualified instructor, I know I can rely on him to provide a great service.

Highpoint also employ many other instructors on a freelance basis. Dave Birkett and Alan Hinkes are both available as specialist guides. Many previous course members will recognise the names of Dave Bishop – still giving quality instruction at the tender age of 60 something, Dave Willis who combines instructing with his life as a professional mountain sports photographer and Bill Birkett, the well-known Lake District author. They use many other freelance instructors, all of whom are carefully selected for their ability to offer a safe and enjoyable experience for you.