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SUMMARY:Sunday 11th October - Fusedale Round (Martindale)
UID:https://www.summitgood.org.uk/11th-october-fusedale-round-martindale/
LOCATION:St Peters Church
DTSTAMP:20261011T101500
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T161500
DESCRIPTION:Date: 11th October
Leader: Ben
Meet time: 1015
Start time: 1030
Estimated finish time: 16:00
Distance: 14-15km (8.5-9.5 miles)
Ascent: 1300m appx
Ramblers walk grading
(https://www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking-hub/how-know-which-ramblers-walk-right-you):A
(Strenuous)
Start point: St Peters Church
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Car parking: St Peters Church or layby just before. If the weather is good,
suggest arriving early.(Car sharing may be possible – please contact the
walk leader to arrange)
Your walk leader is arriving by UB1 bus which may be an option for some.
UB1 - Basecamp Nth Lakes - The Hause – Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire
– Bus Times
It is the responsibility of each walker to make sure they understand where
to park. If you are not sure where the car parking/meeting point is, you
must contact the walk leader at the latest the day before the walk. You
should not rely on mobile phones or postcodes. There is often no mobile
reception near walk meeting points and postcodes are for the nearest place
nearby but should only serve as a guideline. Please allow plenty of time to
find a parking space so that walks can start promptly.
Summary
From Martindale, the route heads south-east towards Steel Knotts
(Pikeawassa). The initial climb is the most sustained ascent of the day,
following clear hill paths across grassy slopes before reaching the
distinctive rocky summit. From Steel Knotts, the route continues over
Brownthwaite Crag and climbs onto the broad upland plateau of Wether Hill
and Loadpot Hill. The terrain then becomes less steep but more exposed and
featureless. The return leg traverses Arthur's Pike and Bonscale Pike,
where expansive views over Ullswater often provide the highlight of the
walk, before a steep descent back towards Fusedale Beck and Martindale.
Best if you have experience of full-day hikes, confidence on steep descents
and a good general fitness.
Description
Main ascent: Steady to steep climb from Martindale to Steel Knotts. In the
wet the grass can be slipperySecondary ascent: Noticeable climb from
Brownthwaite Crag onto Wether Hill.High plateau: Mostly undulating with
gentle gradients between Wether Hill and Loadpot Hill.Final descent: Steep
in places from Bonscale Pike towards Fusedale, requiring care in wet
conditions. One of the steeper sections of the day.
Terrain & Paths
Well-defined grassy mountain paths on the ridges.Broad grassy upland
terrain on Wether Hill and Loadpot Hill.Short rocky sections around Steel
Knotts summit.Some pathless or indistinct ground can be encountered on the
higher plateau.Potentially boggy sections after prolonged rain.
Attending? Please register your intent to join the walk using the booking
form on our website 6pm the eve of the walk.
Please check the weather and bring appropriate clothing (waterproofs and
spare warm clothing), footwear and enough food and water. The leader
reserves the right to turn away any walker not suitably equipped. The
leader may cancel the walk or modify the route dependent on conditions.
New members
Check your walk suitability, we suggest starting with an Easy to Moderate
walk. Unless the event is cancelled just turn up at the meeting point on
time, and introduce yourself to the walk leader! Subscribe to our Facebook
page and email list, or join our WhatsApp group to stay up-to-date!
Unsure what to pack? Check out our guide here: UK Hillwalking: Seasonal
Equipment & Clothing Guide – SuMMit Good
Please note the walk leader may not be in contact prior to an event;
however, they may ask for more information about your walking experience.
This is to ensure you have the fitness required to complete the walk that
is planned safely.
Attending? Please register your intent to join the walk using the booking
form below before 6pm the eve of the walk. 
Registration Form
One form entry per person please. Resubmit the form if registering
additional persons.
You we strongly recommend carrying an ICE card. Available here:
If you have further questions regarding the walk you can contact the leader
via the form below.
Contact the Walk Leader
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