THE BIG ONE

Hike Details

  • Distance: 35km (22 miles)
  • Duration: 10-11 hours
  • Difficulty: Extreme

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£75pp

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THE BIG ONE

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Each Small Group will run with a minimum of 3 participants. If the minimum has not been met 24 hours before the hike, we will reach out and refund, reschedule or make alternate arrangements.

Get ready for an adventure that will take you to new heights, both physically and emotionally, as you conquer this next level route in the heart of the magnificent Lake District.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: We will be hiking from Rydal to Keswick via the Eastern Fells. The plan of the day will be to leave our vehicles at a car park in Rydal (meeting details below), complete the challenge and then get the 555 bus back from Keswick. The bus journey is around 30 minutes and costs £2.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an extreme challenge that should only be booked if you have a very good fitness level and are an experienced hiker. This group will have a maximum of 6 participants and will involve roughly 11-12 hours of continuous hiking with limited breaks (due to time constraints with the bus times).

STATS: 18 peaks - 7,000ft of ascent - 22 miles

Peaks Included: Nab Scar, Heron Pike, Rydal Fell, Great Rigg, Fairfield, Seat Sandal, Dollywaggon Pike, High Crag, Nethermost Pike, Helvellyn, Lower Man, Whiteside, Raise, Stybarrow Dodd, Watsons Dodd, Great Dodd, Calfhow Pike, Clough Head.

MEETING INFORMATION: The meeting point is at the Pelter bridge car park which is situated across a small bridge close to the bus stop in Rydal (full address below). The meeting time is 6am with hope to set off ASAP. If you are running late, please contact me, as due to time restraints we will have to set off by 6:30am. Once arrived, you will need to read and sign a waiver. Please bring some change for the parking machine.

Pelter bridge car park
Rydal
Ambleside
LA22 9LR

Google map link:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/r1UPKAYDhmTVxPES7


FAQ's


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 we will either cancel the route (arrange for an alternative date) or offer an alternative route at a lower level. Safety is our main priority when hiking in the mountains and with the alternative route, we can still have a fantastic day!

WHAT TO EXPECT?
You should be comfortable walking up to 16+ miles and have a very good fitness level. The Big One is a mountain route with a mix of rocky terrain, grassy paths and steep ascents/descents - this is a difficult day on the mountains. If you have any medical conditions, please let me know beforehand.

CAN I ATTEND ON MY OWN?
Absolutely! 90% of our participants are solo hikers and adventurers. We pride ourselves on getting together like minded folk to create laughs, memories, and friendships! So there's no need to feel worried about your first experience, or indeed trying a new type of outdoor activity, with us.

IS THERE A TIME LIMIT?
We generally allow up to 12 hours to complete the walk, which is adequate for the majority of participants. We do our very best to accommodate the speed of the group we are leading, whilst providing the encouragement needed to complete the challenge.

ARE THERE TOILETS?
There are unfortunately no toilets at the meeting point or on the route, however stopping at Keswick or a service station on the way to the meeting point would be beneficial.

WHAT TO BRING
Kit list here

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