21km + 1500m. Grasmere, Lake District. Charity Challenge Event for Mind.
Perfect walking day, just above freezing on the tops with a moderate wind. Group of 26 participants with 3 MLs.
Grassmere YH, Mill Bridge, Hause Gap, Fairfield, Hart Crag, Dove Crag, Scandale Pass, High Sweden Bridge, track to Rydal Hall, Cofin Route to Town End and Grasmere.
Some individuals feet getting sore, and needed help to complete. Once back at the YH they had a meal and ended out again to complete the second half of the 24 hour challenge, while I headed back home to a comfy bed!
Area :
Eastern Fells
The Eastern Fells occupy the region between the A591 Keswick to Ambleside road and the lake of Ullswater to the west. The Helvellyn range forms the main spine of the group. To the south across the depression of Grisedale Hause, is the Fairfield group of fells.
