Social walk from YHA Ambleside

YHA Ambleside view

Overview

Saturday 21st September 2024

Distance: 8.5 miles

Duration: 4.5 – 7 hours

Led by: Simon Ainley, YHA, with BMC volunteer guides

Full of interest, this circular route makes for Loughrigg Fell, an accessible and fairly low level hill with great views in all direction, then goes on to visit Rydal Water and Ambleside where there are lots of facilities. The route includes a variety of undulating paths and tracks, some rocky and uneven, and a reasonable level of fitness is required.

Book your place

This event is part of YHA's Festival of Walking - view other social walks.

What makes it special

  • Stunning views across the central lakes and mountains
  • Explore a lesser known fell with a knowledgeable guide
  • Free cuppa and cake at the finishing point

Date and time

Saturday 21st September 2024

Start: 10:15am

Starting point: YHA Ambleside

Price

It's free to sign up for this event. We’re encouraging people to make a voluntary donation towards our heart of the community appeal to install life-saving defibrillators at every YHA hostel.

Hostels nearby

Social walk from YHA Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EU

Map references

OS Map:
90
OS Grid Ref:
GR377031
Lat/Lng:
54.41917, -2.961813
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