Lake District Adventure: Mountains, Peaks, Lakes & Go Ape - 4 Days/ 3 Nights

#### Lake District Escape: Peaks, Lakes & Go Ape - 4 Days/ 3 Nights (Shared Room Option)

4 days|£320*
(*Alternative room options available / Go Ape Optional)

Date & Time: 19 September 2025, 2:00 PM

Description:
Join us for a 4-day Lake District escape blending breathtaking fells, tranquil lakes, and a final hit of adventure in the treetops at Go Ape.

This weekend is all about getting out into wild places, sharing the journey with other adventurous women, and experiencing the very best of the Lakes — from rugged summits to peaceful lakeside paths and an unforgettable zipline finale.

We’ll stay at a cosy countryside base and explore three very different walking areas, Each day is designed to offer a new perspective of the Lake District — whether it’s sweeping fell-top views, scenic lakeside paths, or the thrill of flying through the forest canopy.

- Dates: Friday 19th – Monday 22nd September 2025
- Base: Herdwick House, Hutton Moor End
- Overall Grade: 3.5 / 5 – Challenging with Some Tough Sections
- Suitable for confident walkers with good fitness. Includes one full mountain day with possible scrambling and exposed ridges.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Arrival & Loughrigg Fell Hike

- Distance: 7 km | Elevation gain: 365 m | 2.5 hrs Walking time
- Grade: 2.5/5 – Moderate with some short steeper sections
- Highlights: Rydal Caves, fell-top views, peaceful countryside

We meet near Ambleside by Rydal Water and head out for a stunning circular hike over Loughrigg Fell, a perfect introduction to the Lake District with rewarding views over Rydal Water and the surrounding valleys.
After the walk we will head to the accommodation to check in before heading out to dinner in a nearby pub or restaurant.

Day 2 – Big Mountain Day: Blencathra or Skiddaw (Full Day | Grade 4–5)

- Duration: 8–9 hours
- Grade: 4–5/5 – Tough to Extreme but rewarding
- Elevation: Up to 931 m
- Terrain: Mountain trails, rocky sections, possible scrambling and exposure Today is your challenge day — we’ll tackle either Blencathra (868 m) or Skiddaw (931 m), depending on the weather and conditions.

This is a full mountain day led by a qualified mountain guide. Expect up to 8–9 hours out on the hills, with steep ascents, rocky ground, and exposed sections. Some of the routes may include light scrambling or narrow ridges, particularly on Blencathra (such as Sharp Edge or Hall’s Fell Ridge), though we’ll only take these options if conditions are suitable. Evening - dinner in a nearby pub or restaurant.

Day 3 – Derwent Water Loop from Keswick (14 km | Grade 2)
- Distance: 14.04 km | Elevation gain: 104 m
- Grade: 2/5 – Easy terrain, great recovery walk
- Highlights: Lakeside views, peaceful trail, Keswick

After the mountains, we’ll take it easy with a flat, scenic walk around Derwent Water, starting and ending in Keswick. This trail offers mostly lakeside paths with a few shaded sections and peaceful views. We’ll wrap up the walk with a well-earned ice cream in town.

Evening dinner in a nearby pub or restaurant.

Day 4 – Go Ape at Grizedale Forest
We finish the weekend with a fun and active activity at Go Ape – a high ropes adventure in the beautiful setting of Grizedale Forest.
Expect zip lines, rope bridges, and big grins to end the trip on a high.

Accommodation:
We’ll be staying at Herdwick House, a welcoming converted barn set in the peaceful countryside of Hutton Moor End. The house features a mix of solo-use rooms, twin-share rooms, and shared rooms (bunk beds), along with communal spaces perfect for relaxing together after a day of adventure.

Comfort Grade: Level 3 – Group Accommodation Simple, comfortable and sociable, this exclusive-use accommodation is reserved just for our group. You can expect shared bathrooms and relaxed common areas, with no other guests on-site – giving us space to truly unwind together in the heart of the Lakes.

Prices & Room Options: Room Options (with Go Ape included):
- Shared Room (Bunk Beds): £320 (plus meet up booking fee)

Or Book via our website for part payment of £120 Deposit and Balance of £200 due by 8th August 2025 (Book Direct HERE)

Other room options (Direct on our website):
- Twin Share Room: £355 - Deposit £155 (Book HERE) (Book via our website)

Prefer not to do Go Ape? Book direct on our website and use discount code "NOGOAPE" at checkout to save £35. This must be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added later.

What’s Included?
✔ 3 nights accommodation in Herdwick House Converted Barn.
✔ 3 fully guided walks with an experienced qualified guides
✔ Go Ape experience at Grizedale Forest
✔ Outdoor first aider present for all activities
✔ Detailed trip pack to help you prepare
✔ WhatsApp group for pre-trip chats and coordination
✔ Pre-trip Zoom call for any questions
✔ Adventure Women guide on hand throughout

What’s Not Included?
❌ Meals & Drinks – Bring your own food for breakfast & lunch. Evening meals will be at local pubs & restaurants, or you can cook in the accommodation.
❌ Transport – You’ll need your own transport to and from the hikes. Participants typically arrange car sharing amongst themselves.

What to Expect:
This is a physically demanding and rewarding weekend designed for women who are up for a challenge. You don’t need to be a mountain expert, but you should have a solid base level of fitness and feel confident walking for several hours at a time, including on rough, hilly, and uneven ground. The highlight is a full mountain day (up to 8–9 hours) on either Blencathra or Skiddaw, led by a professional mountain guide. The days before and after include a warm-up fell walk and a flatter recovery walk around Derwent Water, which offers mostly lakeside paths and some shaded sections.

Expect:
- Three guided walks, including a serious mountain day
- A mix of fell terrain and scenic lakeside trails
- A final adventure at Go Ape Grizedale (optional)
- A purposeful and supportive group environment — not a race, but not a dawdle
- Exclusive accommodation just for our group, with room options to suit different budgets
- Evenings to relax and socialise — with shared meals, a drink in the pub, and time to unwind
- A chance to challenge yourself in beautiful surroundings, with full support from your leaders

Preparation and Level: The hikes are medium / hard in difficulty, featuring some steep gradients and uneven ground. You need to be physically capable of hiking for up to 9 hours. Full Kit list will be provided

Safety and Guidelines: Walks and activities are led by qualified guides. All activities will have an outdoor first aider on hand.

Walk Grades: Details of our walk grades can be found here

Important Note:
By RSVPing "yes" to any event, you agree to the group's terms and conditions and payment policies. All payments are non-refundable, and any deposit and reserved spaces will be forfeited if the full balance is not paid on time. Visit Adventure Women T&Cs: https://adventurewomen.co.uk/ts%26cs for more details.

You acknowledge that outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to slips, trips, falls, drowning, exposure to extreme weather, equipment failure, and medical emergencies, serious injury and death and voluntarily assume all such risks.

For more details, visit: https://adventurewomen.co.uk/ts%26cs

Min 8 people needed to run this trip.

You will need to complete a waiver and provide a uk based emergency contact details before joining.

Note: The itinerary and activities are subject to change for the overall safety of the group due to weather, group competence, or other circumstances.

About us: Adventure Women is an outdoor pursuits club for women united by a shared passion of exploration and an unwavering spirit of adventure. We believe that the outdoors is a canvas for personal growth, camaraderie, and unforgettable experiences. We empower women to push boundaries, embrace the unknown, and create lasting memories in the great outdoors. Our community is a supportive network where women of all backgrounds can bond, learn, and thrive together. Join us to embark on journeys that inspire, uplift, and redefine what it means to be an adventure woman.

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