Charity Walk In The Lake District

Q. Hello I'm organising a charity walk in the Lake District any ideas around 7 to 9 miles for the moderates if you can help me with a few ideas I'd appreciate it. Last May we done the Gowbarrow Fell to Aira Force circular and the folks from work seemed to enjoy that. If you have any ideas I want to to do the Striding Edge Helvelyn thing but I'm not going to do that with work. We have all shapes and sizes and I dont think 50% would enjoy it, if you catch my drift.

Phil Mccabe,

A. Walk Walk c352 Gowbarrow Fell (Airy Crag) from Aira Force is a terrific walk and at Grade 4 ideal as an intermediate walk that most people can manage.

To find similar walks that might appeal first take a look at our comprehensive 9-point grading system which is based on length of each walk and amount of ascent (1 is the easiest, 9 is the most rigourous) and then look for walks with the grades you think are suitable on our unique interactive walk maps for the Lake District:

OS Explorer Map OL4, OS Explorer Map OL5, OS Explorer Map OL6 , OS Explorer Map OL7, OS Landranger Map 89, OS Landranger Map 90, OS Landranger Map 96 and OS Landranger Map 97

and pick out walks that match the grade you are looking for.

You might also take a look at: The Best Walks in the Lake District where I'm sure you'll find plenty of walks that are just perfect for you and your colleagues.

With regard to Striding Edge I think you are quite right to be wary. Striding Edge is a narrow, thin, rocky arete that is very exposed with steep drops on both sides. It is on the eastern approach to Helvellyn - England's 3rd highest mountain and access is usually made from Patterdale and Glenridding.

While some hikers just love it and see it as a challenge, other walkers are left in a quivering wreck, unable to move. For those who find the traverse of Striding Edge beyond them, Swirral Edge to the North of Red Tarn offers a less exposed alternative.

In any event, Striding Edge should only be attempted by walkers and hikers with the proper equipment, including Walking and Hiking Boots designed for the job. Don't attempt Striding Edge at all in poor or thick weather.

For walks up Helvellyn and loads of photos see Walks Up Helvellyn.

Hope this helps and good luck . . .

Mike (Editor)

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