Langdale Hike: 25 year celebration of CRoW act | 30th November

BMC Hill Walking: Connect, Roam, Observe, Wander

As a key player in delivery of this right, the BMC is keen for you to enjoy our access. The route takes in three Wainwright summits (Pavey Ark, Harrison Stickle and Pike o’Stickle) with extensive views of Langdale valley and Bow Fell. If time permits, we will also visit the site of the Stone Age Axe Factory, a cluster of Neolithic quarry and working sites where polished stone axes were made from volcanic greenstone.

Led by BMC Lakes area Chair, Liz Jolley and BMC Lakes area Hill Walking Rep, Ken Taylor. We’re excited to welcome you for a memorable day in the outdoors!

Walk Details

Walk Grading: Moderate to Challenging

Distance: Approx. 7 km (4.5 miles)

Ascent: 710 m (2,330 ft)

Duration: Approximately 5-6 hours

If you or anyone in your party can’t attend after booking, please let us know so we can offer the place to others

Meeting Details

Time: Sunday 30th November, 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start

Location: Stickle Ghyll National Trust Car Park, Great Langdale, Ambleside, LA22 9JU

OS Grid Ref: NY 29419 06405

What3Words: outwards.decrease.diverts

Google map pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7QCf3vPyuCVRFq1o7

Parking: Pay and Display. National Trust members park for free

Public Transport: Great Langdale is served by public bus from: the 516 from Kendal, Windermere and Ambleside. The 08.50 from Kendal should arrive at Great Langdale just before 10.00 am. We hope the bus will arrive before we depart. The last bus departs at 17.30, so we will aim to be back before then. Timetable can be viewed on: https://tiscon-maps-stagecoachbus.s3.amazonaws.com/Timetables/Cumbria/Lakes%20Connection/Winter25/Winter25_516.pdf

Please check out the BMC Liftshare service

Facilities: Toilets are available at the meeting point

What to Bring

We’ll cover a range of terrains, so please ensure you are well-prepared with appropriate gear

Footwear: Sturdy, water-resistant hiking boots or shoes with good grip

Clothing: Dress in layers, including a warm layer and waterproofs, as conditions can vary; bring a hat and gloves for cooler areas

Food and Drink: Bring enough food and water for a full day’s walk; there will be no places to purchase refreshments en route

Other Essentials: Although we plan to finish within daylight hours, carrying a small torch or head torch is advisable for emergencies

Who Can Attend

Over 18's. Dogs are not permitted on this walk

Health Precautions: If you have any health conditions that might impact your participation, please inform us in advance. Carry any required medications, and let the walk leader know if assistance may be needed in accessing them

Covid-19: Please do not attend if you feel unwell or have Covid-19 symptoms

BMC Participation Statement

The BMC recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement

Photographs may be taken by the leader for future communications about the programme. If you do not wish for your photograph to be taken please let the leader know in advance or at the start of the walk

By participating in this walk you agree to act in a kind and inclusive manner. Bullying, discrimination or the use of foul language will not be tolerated

Questions

Feel free to contact BMC Hill Walking Co-ordinator: josh@thebmc.co.uk