Blencathra: the people’s mountain…

Blencathra: the people’s mountain…

What do you do to celebrate climbing to the top of one of the UK’s most iconic mountains? Take a selfie?  Buy a T shirt…capture the moment by cracking open that bottle of champagne you’ve carried up the mountain with you?

Crinkle Crags and Bowfell

Crinkle Crags and Bowfell

  The ridge is called Crinkle Crags. Take one look at it or walk along it and you will know why.  Superb views down Great Langdale and over Scafell are the rewards for tackling this ridge walk.  That is, of

Are you bothered? Try a bothy…

Could you forgo the power-shower and home comforts for a night in the most basic  accommodation? We hope you trust us when we say it’s worth it. We think a bothy experience is one not to be missed. It provides a fantastic opportunity

The Old Forge… the most remote pub in mainland Britain

The Old Forge… the  most remote pub in mainland Britain

If you think you’d like to just nip for a pint in the The Old Forge in Inverie,  think again. It’s not exactly accessible. For good reason, it has made it into the Guiness book of Records as the most remote pub in Britain.

The Real Three Peaks Challenge

  Let’s be clear. The three peaks is a great event.  Tackling Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and then Snowdon is a challenge for anyone, especially if your target is to complete the feat within 24 hours. It offers excitement, endurance

Lake District camping

Lake District camping

Lets face it, if you are looking for great campsites you are spoilt for choice in the Lake District. We think this one in  Buttermere makes a perfect get away from it all,  with truly idyllic surroundings. Leave your car in the free

The National 3 Peaks Challenge

It’s certainly a challenge……a total ascent of  3000m  not to mention over 40 km of  walking, climbing the highest peaks in Scotland, England and then Wales usually within 24 hours is a tough test of fitness and endurance. Whether it’s for personal