Date: 29/07/2026
Leader: Damian
Meet time: 6.45pm
Start time: 7pm
Estimated finish time: 9pm
Distance: 4 miles
Ascent: 200 metres approx ( a gradual ascent between the two hills, nothing especially steep)
Ramblers walk grading (click here to find out what this means): C (Leisurely)
Start point: Broad Street Car Park Pay and Display, Windermere
Public Transport: Summer evening Stagecoach Services
Please Register using the form at the bottom of the event page if you intend to join the walk.
Car parking: Broad Street Car Park Pay and Display, Windermere
(Car sharing may be possible – please contact the walk leader to arrange)
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
An outing to two prized viewpoints overlooking Windermere and surrounding countryside.
Description
Leaving the village centre we walk down to Millerground via Birthwaite Road. Queen Adelaide’s Hill is then ascended via a grassy path. The hill provides excellent views of Windermere and the central fells. We descend gently off the hill and cross the A592, and follow a path up to the A591 by St Mary’s Church. Its then a short walk by the A591 crossing it carefully to take a residential road linking to a path along the wooded flanks of Orrest Head.
The route to the summit takes us through more woodland until we reach the open fellside. Orrest Head is a superb viewpoint providing far reaching views. Our return to Windermere is via the driveway to Orrest Head Farm, a short quick descent to Windermere village centre.
If you have any questions about the walk and how to reach the meeting point please contact the walk leader, Damian in advance.
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.
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If you have further questions regarding the walk you can contact the leader via the form below.