Walkwise Walking Weekend Easter Ennerdale Western Lakes
Friday 29 March 16:00 - Monday 01 April
(3 nights)
From £349.00
Listed by Spice National
Overview
The Lake District needs no introduction; it is quite simply one of the most picturesque parts of Britain and a true walkers paradise. There are imposing mountains, friendly fells and hills, stunning attractive valleys, peaceful lakes and tumbling waterfalls; all of which seamlessly blend together to create a landscape of unrivalled beauty. For this trip we will be avoiding the bank holiday crowds as we escape to one of the forgotten parts of the lakes, the western valleys. Here there is some of the finest scenery in the Lake District, Ennerdale, Wasdale, Eskdale and Buttermere and with two walks each day! The three-star, grade II listed Ennerdale Country House lies is to be our base. It lies nestled in 5 acres of tranquil gardens which are overlooked by many of the bedrooms and the beautiful fountain restaurant to cater for our every need.
Includes
- 3 nights accommodation in twin or double shared rooms
- 3 breakfasts
- 3 picnic lunches
- 3 evening meals
- A choice of two guided walks on the Saturday, Sunday and Monday
- Qualified walking guides
Extras
- Single room supplement
- Transport to walks. Local transport to walks if used or alternatively you can use your own cars may be used to get to the start of the walk.
- Guests who are new to Spice are welcome to book at a £36 supplement though they may prefer to join to obtain the member rate and any deals that may be available at the time of booking/joining. Please call your local office/group to enquire about booking as a guest.
Location & Itinerary
On our first day we will be walking in the fantastic valley of Ennerdale, arguably the quietest and most peaceful in the whole of the Lake District. The shorter walk will take in the circuit of tranquil Ennerdale Water and make its way right up the very wild Scottish-glen-like valley to the foot of the imposing Pillar! Meanwhile the longer walk will climb high up on the north side of Ennerdale, taking in such delights as Great Bourne, Starling Dodd and Red Pike which provides one of the most tremendous panoramas in the lakes overlooking many of the Lakeland Giants and Buttermere and Ennerdale too!
The Sunday offers us the chance to explore either the Grasmoor Fells and the Vale of Crummock Water, or venture into the amazing Wasdale where we could enjoy the truly wonderful delights of Scafell, Scafell Pike, Great Gable or the amazing Pillar Round. Of course both of these valleys are absolutely stunning and also offer low level walking adjacent to the lakes, some gentle lower level fells, picture perfect Lakeland hamlets and villages complete with traditional country inns, so let’s just see what the weather’s like then head off for some fun!!!
Our final day will be in the Loweswater and Crummock Water area, another hidden treasure of the Lakes! The longer walk will take in the little known but incredibly impressive Melbreak, which rears steeply above Crummock Water and the Kirkstile Inn, and offers lovely views towards the beautiful head of Buttermere. The short walk is no less delightful and is indeed a personal favourite of the guides and is an excellent introduction to the Loweswater valley by walking a balcony path with great views above the valley, and then returning by the lake shore itself. To allow you to get back at a reasonable time to head back home one of the Monday walks will finish around 2.30pm whilst the other walk will end around 4pm.
Remember on each day WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, so you can choose how you are feeling on the day and select the walk that suits you best! These walks will be led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On all days there will be a harder walk of 10 or more miles with 2000+ft of ascent, and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles with less ascent. All walks are weather dependent and own transport may be taken to the walk starts.
Walkwise will offer two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On each day there will be a harder walk of 10 or more miles with 1,500ft+ of ascent, and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles with less ascent.
All walks are weather dependent and subject to change.
Travel & Stay
The Ennerdale Country House Hotel is a Grade II listed building nestled within five acres of tranquil landscaped gardens and Italian fountains. As you enter the large beautifully refurbished hallway, you will pass by painstakingly restored original fireplaces and ceilings, and your Lakeland escape begins. With 30 well-appointed en-suite bedrooms and all are very well equipped with tea/coffee maker, telephone, shower and satellite TV! You can relax in the Muncaster Lounge after a day on the hills or enjoy the lounge bar with traditional ales. The fountain restaurant really is dining in style, spacious, ornately decorated yet with airy views to the garden, it is a great setting in which to enjoy your meal.
Ennerdale Country House Hotel, Cleator, Cumbria. CA23 3DT. Tel: 01946-813907.
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Double Share (Must be 2) | £349.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Female Twin Share Space | £349.00 | Available |
| Member Male Twin Share Space | £349.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Single Room | £449.00 | Sold Out |
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