HELVELLYN from Thirlmere
Join us on the lesser-known Thirlmere ascent of Helvellyn on this beautiful hike to Grisdale Tarn and onwards to bag three Wainwrights.
Meeting at a Swirls carpark, beside Thirlmere Reservoir, we start gently through the woods and skirt the base of the mountains. Eventually, we take a sharp left to ascend alongside a trickling waterfall to the it's source of Grisdale Tarn. After a short break here, we begin to climb again to summit our first Wainwright of the day, Dollywaggon Pike. Onwards to Nethermost Pike and then to Helvellyn Summit itself and the breathtaking views across the entire Lake Disrtict. After a break for refreshments and photos, we descend back to the car park.
This hike promises remote mountain hiking with fantastic views all around. It's one not to be missed from the Take A Hike calendar.
Wainwrights:
1. Dollywaggon Pike
2. Nethermost Pike
3. Helvellyn
Although there is no technical terrain, this is a challenging hike in a remote mountainous environment. A good level of fitness is required. Groups are encouraged to stick together and there are no medals for finishing first.
Where: Swirls Car Park, Thirlmere, CA12 4TW
Parking: As above.
Distance: 10 miles (16km)
Elevation: 2,975ft (906m)
Duration: 6-7hrs (approx)
Your guides will be at the official start point for your arrival from 09:00. We aim to all meet at 9:15am for a prompt 9:30am departure.
ESSENTIALS
You MUST have the following in order to take part:
A good pair of walking boots or trail shoes.
(Trainers are not suitable for mountain hiking.)
A waterproof jacket and a warm layer.
(Even when the weather seems good, the mountains can change quickly.)
Drinks to last the day, lunch and snacks.
Filled in our PARQ Form and have it acknowledged by one of our team.
(This is sent separately. Please ask if you are unsure)
All our events are over 18s only.
No dogs allowed (Sorry. We have them too).
