Catbells Round

STATS: 1 peak - 1,480ft of ascent - 6 miles

Peaks Included: Catbells

Meeting Instructions
The meeting point is in Portinscale, outside the Derwent Water Marina. There are plenty of spaces around the streets of Portinscale (full address below). The meeting time is 8am with hope to set off for 8:15am. Once arrived, you will need to read and sign a waiver.

Portinscale

Keswick
CA12 5RF

BAD WEATHER?
In nearly all instances of bad weather, we will still continue the hike if there is poor visibility, heavy rain and wind. In cases where we have severe winds or thunderstorms forecasted, then I will either cancel the route (arrange for an alternative date) or offer an alternative route at a lower level. Safety is my main priority when hiking in the mountains and with the alternative route, we can still have a fantastic day!

WHAT TO EXPECT?

Most of the hikes I have available are suitable for beginner level with no prior experience, but you should be comfortable walking up to 6 miles and have a reasonably good fitness level. Sometimes the hikes are relatively long days in the mountains and you will need a positive attitude towards the great outdoors (with generous encouragement from me of course). The Catbells Round is a mountain route with a mix of rocky terrain, grassy paths and steep ascents/descents. If you have any medical conditions, please let me know beforehand.

WHAT TO BRING?

A typical kit list for a day hike would include:

Backpack - around 30 litres
• Lunch
• Hot drink

• Water - at least 1.5L

• Lunch

• Snacks to keep you going

• Warm Hat & Gloves

• Midlayer - Fleece

• Waterproof Jacket
• Suitable hiking trousers - No joggers/jeans

• Waterproof overtrousers

• Suitable hiking boots

• Warm jacket

• Sun protection (suncream & sunglasses)
• Any personal medication
SEE YOU THERE!