C Walk Coniston 2015

Walk Leader:    Terry Simmons
Total Distance: 6 miles approx
Total Ascent:

This is a relatively pleasant walk taking us to Tarn Hows in a circular route with a couple of steepish climbs not difficult though. Distance is approx 6 miles with plus if required a walk around the Tarn.

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358 May Walks from Ambleside

Our next walking will be on

Saturday 9th May 2015

and will be from 

Ambleside

in Cumbria

the Jewel in Lakelands Crown

Ambleside is a town in Cumbria, in North West England. Historically within the county of Westmorland, it is situated at the head of Windermere, England's largest lake. The town is within the Lake District National Park. 

Although there has been a settlement since pre-Roman times, Ambleside is largely Victorian. A fort beside Borrans Park – named Galava - was built in Ambleside by the Romans, housing some 500 soldiers. It was built to defend the lower fells of South Lakeland from invasion by the Picts and Scots, and to guard the road to the Roman Port at Ravenglass via Hardknott Pass.........read more

 

There will be three walks:

• A Walk led by; Stuart Smith
• B Walk led by; Jennifer Mathias
• C Walk led by; Mark Stanford

Walk details ; see below

A Walk from Ambleside 2015

Walk Leader: Stuart Smith
Total Distance: 9+ miles
Total ascent/descent:

The walk is based to the north and west of Ambleside and offers stunning views of Lake Windermere, Rydal water, Coniston. Grassmere and the surrounding hills. This is an area that seems to be underused some of the path's although on the map don't exist in reality and there are not as many walkers as would be expected for such a beautiful area. The major problem is it is difficult to find a challenging A walk, the walks are either too difficult or a little too easy. This walk is relatively challenging because the ground is undulating and therefore it is quite a tiring walk. The route heads out from the car park towards Clappergate and then heads due north up into the hills and along a wooded section which is particularly beautiful it then meanders towards Ivy Crag, Longridge fell reaching a height of 335 m, we then had down towards Rydal water with excellent views of Grassmere the route then heads east with excellent views of Rydal water and Grassmere, we then pass a wonderful church in the Rydal Mount where Wordsworth used to worship. If there is time we can see Wordsworth's house. The route cuts through some beautiful countryside back towards Ambleside. If there is time at the end of the walk there is a Roman fort which can be explored. The distance is just over 9 miles (with the visit to Wordsworth's house and the maximum height is 335 metres.

 

B Walk from Ambleside 2015

Walk Leader: Jennifer Mathias
Total Distance: 7.5 miles
Total ascent/descent: 2000ft

This is a lovely Lake Districk walk. There is some road walking and the rest of the way is firm paths.  There are also a few stiles to climb over.  Although there is some climbing, which is steep there will be time  to go at a steady pace, and the rewards of achievement and satisfaction worthwhile.  Wansfell is 1,588ft , it is not a hard climb, it starts gently but there is a steeper pull up to the top. The views are stunning along the way. From the top you can have a magnificent view of much of  southern and central Lakeland including the Conistone, Langdale. Scafell and High Street Fells plus almost the whole of Windermere and even to Morecambe Bay. Surely all worth a little effort. Dropping down we go through the village of Troutbeck then up along Robin Lane before descending into the car park where the coach is.

C Walk from Ambleside 2015

Walk Leader: Mark Stanford
Total Distance: 6.5 miles app
Total ascent/descent:

After walking across the park a steep but short pull up the metaled bridleway will see us onto to the shoulder of Loughrigg granting us a stunning glimpse down the length of Windermere. Our next destination is the sublime Loughrigg Tarn where, weather permitting, we’ll be able to look across to the Langdale Pikes and Crinkle Crags. Next up are High Close Woods before we move onto Loughrigg Terrace affording views of Grasmere. We then walk down to the shore of Rydal Water before making our way through the grounds of St Mary’s Church (assiduously avoiding the temptations of the Badger Pub) to Rydal Hall. Weather and time permitting we’ll explore the gardens before taking the gentle stroll back into Ambleside in time for a well-earned coffee or pint.