Lovely lakes and mighty mountains
The 20 highest Wainwright peaks in the Lake District:
The Borrowdale Valley
Borrowdale is arguably one of the most splendid places on earth despite having the reputation of being the wettest inhabited valley in Britain according to the MET office.
It extends six miles south of Keswick and is where the river Derwent rises at the northern end of the Scafell range and flows northwards to Derwentwater.
Borrowdale the parish takes in Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange, Seathwaite and Watendlath - almost reaching the outskirts of Keswick.
It splits into three valleys that were once a hive of industry. Mining for copper and graphite, iron smelting and charcoal burning have left a historical heritage for visitors to explore as well as a landscape shaped by generations of farming.
Today you can see the working slate mine at Honister, either underground in its caves or overground by taking yourself on a via feratta to the top of the fells.
There are rugged crags - including the imposing Castle Crag, rolling fells, deserted old mine workings and wooded valleys with crystal clear rivers to explore.
Borrowdale Fell Runners When you are out exploring the fells you
may see one of the Borrowdale Fell Runners passing you at speed. This team of elite fell athletes are one of the most successful fell and mountain running clubs in the UK with many of Europe's top fell, mountain and adventure runners among its ranks. The club was formed in the early 1990's by Billy Bland, the legendary fell runner, former Brirtish Champion, and holder of many records including the Bob Graham Round, and the Wasdale and Borrowdale Fell Races.
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A club of only 60 members it boasts among them some of the finest fell runners in the country. As well as Billy Bland, the Club boasts four former British Champions amongst its ranks.
Each year in August, the club organises the infamous ‘Borrowdale Fell Race’ which covers 17 miles and 7,000 feet of ascent. The winner each year has their name added to a roll of honour on a board above the fire in the Scafell Hotel’s back bar.
1. Scafell Pike 978 m (3,210 ft) 2. Scafell 965 m (3,162 ft) 3. Helvellyn 951 m (3,118 ft) 4. Skiddaw 931 m (3,054 ft) 5. Great End 910 m (2,986 ft) 6. Bowfell 902 m (2,960 ft) 7. Great Gable 899 m (2,949 ft) 8. Pillar 892 m (2,926 ft) 9. Nethermost Pike 891 m (2,923 ft) 10. Catstycam 889 m (2,917 ft) 11. Esk Pike 885 m (2,903 ft) 12. Raise 883 m (2,896 ft) 13. Fairfield 873 m (2,863 ft) 14. Blencathra 868 m (2,847 ft) 15. Skiddaw Little Man 865 m (2,837 ft)
16. White Side 863 m (2,831 ft) 17. Crinkle Crags 859 m (2,818 ft) 18. Dollywagon Pike 858 m (2,815 ft) 19. Great Dodd 857 m (2807 ft) 20. Grassmoor 852 m (2,795 ft)
While you are in
Borrowdale... Stroll along by the River Derwent or take a dip in Langstrath Beck. Explore the ancient woodlands close to Seatoller or climb up to Dock Tarn. For a quiet moment visit the tiny churches of St Andrews at Stonethwaite and Holy Trinity in Grange.
You are spoilt for choice for accommodation of all sorts and there’s plenty of places for refreshments at all times of day – scones and cake or try herdyburgers with local Herdwick lamb. Why not buy some vacuum packed Herdwick Lamb to take home.
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