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Ambleside 3 peaks
From the centre of Ambleside we take to the slopes of Wansfell Pike (482m). This is a mix of quiet lanes and well maintained footpaths that zigzag up towards the summit. This is steep and it is strategically sensible to take it slow, thus letting our muscles warm up. It should take about 1 hour to reach this first summit, where the big views open up. Windermere, Troutbeck and High Street, all of Langdale, the Coniston Fells, and more.
A gentle descent towards Troutbeck then leads us in the general direction of Windermere on good bridleways. This is fabulous walking terrain. Robin Lane takes us back to Ambleside.
Ambleside makes for a perfect pit-stop before we take to the slopes of summit number 2 – Loughrigg Fell (335m).
Firstly through Rothay Park then onto the aptly named Under Loughrigg Road. One we leave this quiet lane the gradient increases markedly and we will slow for this bit. The open mountainside is soon met and wonderfully panoramic views of the Fairfield Horseshoe will catch our attention.
Turning off the main bridleway shortly before Ivy Crag we now follow small tracks that meander their way towards the summit of Loughrigg Fell. There is a myriad of choice here and most of the little paths lead up to the summit. Yet again we are met with magical views in all directions, it is easy to see why this is a popular mountain with locals and visitors alike.
The initial descent to Loughrigg Terrace is steep but the path is decent. Loughrigg Terrace then brings some respite from the gradient as we parade high above Grasmere aiming for White Moss Woods then White Moss Common and an inconspicuous signpost setting us in the direction of Alcock tarn. This sees us heading back uphill, often at a steep gradient but always on a good path through glorious scenery.
A gentle descent towards Troutbeck then leads us in the general direction of Windermere on good bridleways. This is fabulous walking terrain. Robin Lane takes us back to Ambleside.
Ambleside makes for a perfect pit-stop before we take to the slopes of summit number 2 – Loughrigg Fell (335m).
Firstly through Rothay Park then onto the aptly named Under Loughrigg Road. One we leave this quiet lane the gradient increases markedly and we will slow for this bit. The open mountainside is soon met and wonderfully panoramic views of the Fairfield Horseshoe will catch our attention.
Turning off the main bridleway shortly before Ivy Crag we now follow small tracks that meander their way towards the summit of Loughrigg Fell. There is a myriad of choice here and most of the little paths lead up to the summit. Yet again we are met with magical views in all directions, it is easy to see why this is a popular mountain with locals and visitors alike.
The initial descent to Loughrigg Terrace is steep but the path is decent. Loughrigg Terrace then brings some respite from the gradient as we parade high above Grasmere aiming for White Moss Woods then White Moss Common and an inconspicuous signpost setting us in the direction of Alcock tarn. This sees us heading back uphill, often at a steep gradient but always on a good path through glorious scenery.
Saturday 3 May
Ambleside Tourist Information Office, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria LA22 9BS
Join us for Ambleside 3 Peaks Challenge, this takes in Wansfell Pike, Loughrigg and Nab ScarDistance – 23km
Time – 7 to 8 hours
Meeting – Tourist Information Centre, Ambleside
Mountain Leader – Mark Eddy
This is for 4 people ( £50 pp)
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