Stunning mountain experiences
The Lake District, Snowdonia and the Peak District
The Wainwright 7
Challenge
​7 of the Lake District's Highest Peaks over 3 Weekends
Alfred Wainwright wrote the ultimate guide to the Lake District over 7 volumes. We have created this unique challenge that takes on the highest peak from each book over three weekends.
Our professional guides will do all they can to help you complete the challenge, and enjoy it too
Weekend 1 (dates TBC)
Grasmoor
852m
Skiddaw
931m
Based in Keswick, our first peak out of the seven will be Grasmoor. Set in the North Western Fells this beauty of a mountain offers magnificent views across the northern Lakes.​
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After a good rest in Keswick, we take on the mighty Skiddaw, as it dominates the Northern Fell. This is the 4th highest peak in the Lake District and we will earn every meter, with stunning views as our reward (subject to the weather).
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We will then take some time to recover as we prepare ourselves for our next peaks on our 2nd weekend.
Weekend 2 (dates TBC)
Helvellyn
950m
High Street
828m
After recovering from our first weekend we stride out onto High Street, a name which seems very out of place but is steeped in history. We will also throw in a couple of other Wainwright peaks just for the fun of it before we make our way to Patterdale for the night.
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The following morning it's time to take on the 3rd highest peak in the Lake District, Helvellyn. Standing at 950m this beast demands a head for heights as we tackle the airy ridge of Striding Edge. Our descent is via the less exposed but equally scrambly Swirral Edge before we head home to brace ourselves for our final weekend, which includes Scafell Pike.
Weekend 3 (dates TBC)
Great Gable
899m
Scafell Pike
978m
High Raise
762m
Have we saved the best till last, that's for your to decide, but we have saved the biggest till last. Because if doing the highest peak in England wasn't enough, we thought we'd throw in Great Gable on the same day. There is no hiding from it, this will be the toughest walk of our challenge, and we will conquer it.
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After a well earned rest in Keswick our final peak is High Raise. This is the smallest peak of our challenge like a pimple compared to what we have done, yet we will have to dig into those reserves and summit this find peak (PS we will throw in another two peaks so we get value for money). All we have to do is get back to the cars with a huge grin on our faces and a well earned sense of pride.
The Practicalities
Who is this for?
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Anyone who is up for the challenge. We will be covering a lot of distance each day so hill walking experience and reasonable fitness are essential
What's Included?​
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6 fully guided walks with our professional guide who will take care of navigation, health and safety but sadly not the weather
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What do I need to bring?
Check out our comprehensive kit list and FAQs to make sure you’re fully prepared.
We will also send you the link for where each walks starts so you can find accommodation close by
Dates
Dates (TBC)​
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Cost
£550 for all 3 weekends (£100 deposit, balance payable by installments)
How fit do I have to be? There is no escaping this is a tough challenge. We will be walking upto 8 hours a day on the Lake District's highest peaks. You do need to be fit enought to spend whole days on the moutnains.
What about the weather? This is England so it might well rain, having the right kit is key, so there is a kit list of essential equipment below. Unless the weather poses a risk to our safety, we will do the walks, but we might change them around a bit if it looking too bleak.
Is there anything scary? All the walks are within the comfort zone of most walkers. However Striding Edge can feel high and exposed so a head for heights is needed. There is also some scrambling up to Helvellyn which can un-nerve some people. The rest of the walks are more straightforward
What equipment will I need? We have compiled a list of essential equipment for you, see the link below. Have a good read and if anything is causing concern drop us a line and we can work somethig out
Who will our guides be? Andy & Daniella will be your guides for this challenge. They are both qualified Mountain Leader, 1st Aid trained and love to share their passion for the mountains with others. They has spend many days walking the fells of the Lake District and can't wait to meet you.
Any Questions?
This is a great challenge and you probably have some questions. Hopefully you will find the answer below, if not drop up a line and we'd be happy to help