Haweswater & Loadpot Hill: A Hike in The Eastern Lakes
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Join Outdoor Lads for a hike in the quieter Eastern Fells of The Lake District; where we'll summit two less visited Wainwrights and see great views of the surrounding hills and lakes.
Points of interest on the route:
Haweswater Nature Reserve: We'll begin our walk by hiking along the side of Haweswater; one of The Lake District's least disturbed bodies of Water, with water sports and boating banned. This has allowed wetland animals to flourish, including many waterbirds; with passing ospreys and golden eagles being spotted here.
Measand Beck: We'll leave Haweswater to begin the steep ascent to along the side of Measand Beck, where we'll pass several small waterfalls as the river flows into a narrow valley. We eventually reach Low Kop, giving us views down the impressive valley.
Wether Hill: At 670m, the grassy top of our first Wainwright will give us great views into Fusedale and up to High Raise to the South. Also look out for the fell ponies that live wild here, as they often graze on the slopes leading up to the summit.
Loadpot Hill: Our second Wainwright is the highest point of the walk, at 672m. From here we'll have great views over the Northern Fells and down to Ullswater. Once we've had a relax at the summit, we'll circle our way back down to the start point.
Other Information:
Dog Suitability:
Dogs are always welcome on my walks, though their behaviour and safety is their owners responsibility. This includes cleaning up after them, controlling their behaviour around other animals or people, and assisting them over any stiles or streams we may cross.
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What to bring
Head Torch: due to the limited daylight this time of year, a head torch is essential, please make sure you bring one with you.
Water: bring plenty of water (~3 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
Footware: ideally designed for hiking, sturdy trail runners are OK too.
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
Waterproofs: 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
Food & drink
Please bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water. As the weather may be cold, you may want to bring a flask with a hot drink or soup too. After the walk, there'll be the opportunity to visit the local pub for refreshments.