This is walk of two extremes, the exciting ridge of Sharp Edge on Blencathra and the flat lands of Mungrisdale Common. On Location: 15th April 2012 Wainwright fells: Souther Fell, Blencathra (summit not visited), Mungrisdale Common, Bannerdale Crags, Bowscale Fell. Parking: There are various options for parking in Mungrisdale village.…
It may have taken a few years to publish this blog but this was the walk that inspired Andy for the Wainwrights in Colour project. A Wasdale circular walk that was to change his life. The planned route was to take in the fells of Yewbarrow, Red Pike and Pillar.…
A simple “there and back” route to visit the summit of Castle Crag in Borrowdale. The area described by Alfred Wainwright in his sixth Pictorial Guide- The North Western Fells. On Location: 19th September 2010 Parking: Limited parking in Grange village or Pay and Display at the National Trust car…
A long high level route around the Easedale valley near Grasmere. The area described by Alfred Wainwright in his third Pictorial Guide- The Central Fells. On Location: 14th September 2008 Wainwright Fells: Silver How, Blea Rigg, Calf Crag, Gibson Knott, Helm Crag Parking: Pay and display parking at Grasmere village…
On 12th May 2016, an adventurous scramble up Red Screes via Kilnshaw Chimney was undertaken, diverging from the usual pathway from Kirkstone Pass. This challenging route, featuring steep and loose scree, and a tricky rock face, offered a more secluded ascent. Despite the Kirkstone Pass Inn being closed, the journey was rewarded with picturesque views at the summit, where other tarns and pools complement the landscape. The descent required careful navigation, culminating back at a well-equipped but free car park.
On October 3, 2008, Andy embarked on an extensive exploration of Great Langdale, targeting the high tops documented in Wainwright’s Book 4, “The Southern Fells.” His journey included peaks such as Crinkle Crags, Bow Fell, and others, aiming to gather material for his “Wainwrights in Colour” project. Starting early from The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, the day-long trek through the stunning but rugged terrain was fruitful, capturing essential references and experiencing notable features like Gladstone’s Finger, while documenting the adventure with the limited capabilities of a Fujipix S5500 camera. This endeavour provided both challenging and memorable elements, encapsulating the timeless beauty of these fells.
Andy Beck undertook a figure of eight walk on February 29, 2012, through two lesser-known fells—Sale Fell and Ling Fell—in the Lake District’s North Western area for his Wainwrights in Colour project. Starting from Brumston Bridge, he documented his journey using a Samsung WB500 camera. This easy route can also be divided into separate walks for each fell, making it suitable for families. Andy’s path included scenic views and notable landmarks such as Dodd Crag and old grouse butts, ultimately returning to the starting point.
A winter walk around Easdale in winter to find locations for The Wainwrights in Colour On Location: 1st February 2012 Parking: Various Pay and display car parks available in Grasmere village. Wainwright Fells: Blea Rigg, Sergeant Man and Tarn Crag (Central) This route was one of the many walks which…
A relatively easy walk over the Outlying Fells close to the town of Cockermouth. On Location: 11th April 2022 Parking: A layby at the junction of the Higham road on the Embleton road out of Cockermouth has room for several cars. GR: NY1363 3124 Summary: I had to make a…
A simple circular route over this Wainwright Outlying fell On Location: 16th August 2021 Parking: A good free car park in Mitredale near the banks of the river. GR: NY146 011 Route map: click on the arrow to play the route. Route available as various formats for free by clicking…
