BNC24: Linear Mountain Walk to Stickle Barn
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This event is intended for those on the BIG North Christmas 2024 event.
This 12km walk is a great way to experience the beauty of the Lake District. The route is linear and direct, and it does not involve any technical climbing, making it suitable for hikers of all levels. The total ascent is 874 m, so you will need to be prepared for some ascent, but the views are worth it. The route starts at Langdale YHA and ends at Stickle Barn, where we can grab a drink before we take the bus back up the valley.
Named tops we should summit along the way are: Castle Howe, Blea Rigg, Sergeant Man, Thunacar Knott, maybe Harrison Stickle, and Stickle Pike.
Photos: Stickle Tarn photo provided with permission from danbyrnes. Stickle Barn photo provided with permission from AndyR
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What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Food for lunch along the way. Hot drinks for a cold day