Guidebook to 126 scrambling routes in the English Lake District. The graded scrambles climb the rocks and ghylls of Langdale, Easedale, Coniston, Duddon Valley, Howgills, Eskdale, Longsleddale and Kentmere. Routes range from grade 1 through grades 2 to 4, where the use of a rope is recommended. Includes advice on equipment, safety and techniques.
Seasons:
Not suitable in winter or bad weather conditions.
Centres:
Ambleside, Coniston, Langdale valley, Seathwaite, Boot, Staveley, Tebay.
Difficulty:
All scrambles graded: the easiest are suitable for adventurous walkers while higher grades require rope and mountaineering skills.
Must See:
Esk Gorge, Crescent Climb (Pavey Ark), Long Crag Buttress, Pike of Stickle, Raven Crag (Yewdale), Easy Terrace (Dow Crag).
