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.
Start at Glenridding Youth Hostel and walk to Red Tarn head up and along Swirral Edge to summit of Helvellyn (950m). Then head north to White Side (863m) and then Raise (883m) before heading down to the start point via Sticks Pass.
