Fri 22nd September 2017
Date
2 Walking Days
Duration
Lake District
Location
2-4
Grade

Coledale Horseshoe Walking Weekend

Join us for what promises to be a great Lake District walking holiday on this Coledale Horseshoe Walking Weekend. There will be two days of high quality guided walks amongst stunning Lakeland scenery.

Highlights

  • Walking the Coledale Horseshoe
  • Dramatic mountain landscapes
  • Catbells and other Wainwright fells
  • Enjoyable social evenings
INCLUDED
2 days of scenic guided walking Experienced guide
Social Evening Transport for the walk(s)
Tour leader throughout  Accommodation (optional)
NOT INCLUDED
Meals and drinks
Spending money

 

Accommodation at HillCrest22 (Optional)

For the weekend walking holiday we have reserved a limited number of rooms at HillCrest22 in Keswick. Rooms are based on two people sharing.

Hillcrest22 is a family run guest house offering quality ensuite accommodation, just a five minute walk from the centre of Keswick. With panoramic uninterrupted views over Derwent Water lake to the head of the Borrowdale valley, Hillcrest22 is ideally situated in the heart of the Lake District. 22 of Wainwright’s fells can be seen from the house. Parking is street parking or at the nearby pay & display.

If you prefer to find your own accommodation, please click on the ‘Trip Notes’ tab for alternative accommodation suggestions.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional information

Min Age16
1

Friday – (Optional) Welcome Evening

Friday Welcome Evening (optional) is 8.30pm in Keswick. It’s a chance for everyone on the weekend to meet and the Country Adventures tour leader will be on hand to answer any questions about the planned walks. If you’re unable to make it to the Welcome Evening, the booking confirmation will detail everything you need to know about the weekend.

2

Saturday - Walk Day

A choice between a Grade 4 or Grade 2  guided walk is available today: –

Grade 4 walk – Coledale Horseshoe 9 miles (14.4km), with 3660 ft (1115m) of ascent

Grade 2 walk – Lord’s Seat 8 miles (12.8km), with 1450 ft (442m) of ascent

In the evening, an optional social evening is planned in Keswick, where the group can meet up for a drink and enjoy an evening meal together.

3

Sunday - Walk Day & Departure Day

A choice between a Grade 4 or Grade 2  guided walk is available today: –

Grade 4 walk – Catbells and Maiden Moor 9.4 miles (15km), with 2480 ft (756m) of ascent

Grade 2 walk – Catbells 7.5 miles (12km), with 1604 ft (489m) of ascent

The walk, and weekend, will finish in Keswick between 3-4pm

Essential Info

Accommodation

The optional £55 per person per night accommodation for the weekend walking holiday is HillCrest22, Keswick. Rooms are twin / double shared and the package includes 2 nights bed with breakfast.

If you require help with booking alternative accommodation you may find the following links useful:

YHA Keswick budget hostel accommodation in Keswick

Booking.com search for accommodation in Keswick, Cumbria

We recommend booking accommodation in, or near to, Keswick for easy reach to the meeting point for both the walks and social evenings.

Food & Drink

For the walk(s) please bring with you a packed lunch and refreshments. Occasionally on some guided walks (Grade 1 to 2 walks) we may pass a country inn or tea room where if we have time we can call in, however having a packed lunch with you gives the group the freedom to have lunch wherever we are on the walking route.

On Saturday evening, an optional social evening in Keswick is organised by Country Adventures, where the group can meet up for a drink and enjoy an evening meal together.

Transport

For guided walking tours that require transport from the meeting point to the start of the walk, we use a minibus or where necessary local transport. There is no extra charge for this, it is included in the tour price.

Fitness Levels

Our walks are by no means designed to be endurance tests where everyone sets off at a blistering pace. Far from it, it’s about a fine day in the hills in good company enjoying the best of fell walking with exceptional views but it is important to state that for everyone’s walking enjoyment walking does require a minimum level of fitness and stamina. Hill / Mountain walking experience is not essential as long as you have a reasonable level of fitness. For the higher level graded walks (i.e. Challenging Grade) it is advisable that you are someone who enjoys regular cardio exercise or have experience of mountain walking and have the stamina/ leg strength in order to be better prepared for longer sections of uphill & downhill walking associated with higher mountain treks.

Walking Grades Explained

Grade 1 (Leisurely) Normally 5-8 miles, may include gentle ascents and descents of up to a total 1100ft of ascent and similar descent over a day’s walk. Easier scenic walking at lower altitudes along paths and tracks.

Grade 2 (Moderate) Normally 6-10 miles on paths and tracks, between 800ft – 1700ft of total ascent and similar descent. Longer walks, on hills and moorland.

Grade 3 (Moderate Mountain) Normally ranging from 6-10 miles, between 1700ft – 2600ft of ascent, similar descent. Longer walks, over higher ground with possibly steeper ups and downs on paths and tracks.

Grade 4 (Challenging) Normally ranging from 8-13 miles, between 1500ft – 3000+ft of ascent, similar descent, over undulating mountain terrain, walking at higher levels with steep ups and downs. Suitable for people with a good level of fitness.

Kit List

What you need to bring with you for the walks

  • Good, comfortable walking boots with a cleated sole and good ankle support are essential.
  • Waterproof jacket and over-trousers.
  • Warm, dry walking clothing. Unsuitable clothing includes Jeans or cotton tracksuit bottoms and cotton t-shirts (cotton is a poor insulating fabric and when wet it takes a long time to dry, which can lead to a rapid loss of body heat as well as being uncomfortable).
  • A number of thin layers are better than one thick/ heavy jumper. We suggest a fleece for extra warmth especially when we stop on the hills for lunch.
  • Hat and gloves (even in summer – any wind chill on the mountain tops will lead to cooler temperatures).
  • Sunglasses, sun cream.
  • Hot or cold drinks (i.e. a minimum of 2 litres of water).
  • Plenty of food and drink for lunch and snacks.
  • A rucksack large enough to carry it all in (20-30 litres), ideally with a waterproof liner.
  • Any medication you need.
  • Thermos flask. We recommend bringing warm drinks with you, as even on sunny days it can occasionally feel cooler, especially on the summits of the higher-level mountain walks.
  • Walking poles (if you use them).

We want you to enjoy your time with Country Adventures and have the best possible adventure experience. Please be aware that if any participants are not properly equipped for the walk (i.e. with walking boots and waterproofs), at the guide’s discretion we reserve the right to not allow them on the walk for reasons of safety for both the individual and the group. If you need clarification any of the equipment requirements, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Tour Schedule & Activity Meeting Times

Please ensure you give yourself plenty of time to get to the meeting point at the required time. The walks will leave promptly at the stated time and due to the nature of scheduled tours, we are unable to provide refunds if unfortunately, you miss the departure time.

Meeting Point

Please meet outside Keswick Tourist Information Centre for 9.30am for the start of each days walk.

Address: Keswick Tourist Information, Moot Hall. Keswick, Cumbria,CA12 5JR

Lake District Coledale Horseshoe Walk

Tour Reviews

5.00 based on 1 review
September 26, 2017

Fabulous weekend, Two days of challenging and informative walks, with spectacular scenery. Can’t wait for my next with adventure with Country Adventures.

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