Wednesday 22nd July
Stainton and Yanwath
Leader Dave Elsworth
Photos by Mike, Mandy and David
After meeting up at the bus station in Carlisle we joined the car travellers in Penrith then all 20 of us headed for the footpath across the railway bridge. From here it was over several fields and stone walls before we were at the edge of Stainton. After a discussion about the temperature and distance we voted for a quality day and not quantity. Taking the path out of Stainton we stopped for lunch beside the River Eamont and it was so enjoyable that we lost track of time meaning shortening the route to get back to the coffee house on time. What a cracking day and many thanks to everyone for going along with the many changes to the intended day..... Thanks again to Ken for back marking and on till the next walk... Dave
Sunday 19th July 2026
A walk
Raven Crag and Birketts circuit
Leader: Astrid Carss
Photos: Astrid Carss
A walk today, almost 8 miles. The Benn, Castle Crag fort, Raven Crag and Armboth Fell.
Ten people completed today’s walk in beautiful weather. Hot in the sun but lots of cool shaded sections through woodland. The walk was steep in places but very manageable. Gorgeous clear views over Thirlmere, the Helvellyn range and Watendlath area.
We had a banana break on top of the Castle Crag Fort (a Birkett), with views over the forest. We made it up Raven Crag in good time and enjoyed the views, then decided to continue on to Armboth Fell to have our lunch. A few of us popped over to Armboth’s true Wainwright top, taking advantage of much less bogginess than is usual around there.
We then descended towards Thirlmere via a lovely woodland path that was steep in places but zigzagged. Once at Armboth car park we took a more overgrown woodland path alongside Thirlmere’s stony beach shores. It was a bit like 'Day of the Triffids' Eventually emerging from the jungle we followed the road a short way back to the cars.
Refreshments were taken at the Kings Head pub.
Thank you for coming along. A good laugh, lovely company. Astrid
Sunday 19th July 2026
B Walk
Great Sca Fell and others
Leader: Pete Rutland
Photos: A selection from Pete Rutland, Martina, Mandy Gilpin and Myna.
A good group meeting at Longlands with some unforeseen parking issues at the start. This normally quiet little spot was busy but we eventually all got parked. A perfect walking day, not too hot with a nice breeze. We were all soon on the first Wainwright of Longlands Fell where we had a short rest. A nice easy walk up the valley before turning off for Brae Fell and a banana break at the summit.
It was then to the highest point of the day, Great Sca Fell, at about 2100ft with some great views all around. A steep but short drop down to Meal Fell where a long lunch in the sunshine was taken, completing our 4th summit of the day. It was then down all the way back to the cars at Longlands. We didn’t rush but were back in double quick time. If I had known you were such a bunch of athletes I would have put another top in. The upside was we had loads of time to visit Mae’s Cafe and enjoy the ice cream. Well done to all and thanks for coming.
Wednesday 15th July
Langwathby
Leader: Judith Mingins
Photos: A selection from Judith Mingins, Liz Sarginson and Mandy Gilpin
A great day out in hot sunshine. Twenty of us managed to do the figure of eight walk. Hopefully we have a new member Mira, welcome to you. Many thanks to Ken our very able back marker. Also Ian the ice cream man. Many thanks to everyone who came along . Judith
Tuesday 14th July 2026
Eskrigg Reserve, Lockerbie
Leader: Sharron Murray
Photos: Sharron Murray
A lovely day walking in the reserve. Nine members took the train from Carlisle and another two met us at Lockerbie. There was a coolish breeze that took the sting out of the heat. The wild flowers were in full bloom, and the walk in the woods was picturesque. The birds were out in force and we saw many different species, including a buzzard that we could hear mewing long before it took to the air from the woods.
Thank you all for joining me.
Sunday 12th July 2026
Holme Fell Park
Leader: Malcolm Iredale
Photos: A selection from Myna Biscocho, Astrid Carss, Malcolm Iredale, Bruce McMillan, Barbara and Mandy Gilpin.
Many thanks to the eighteen brave souls who joined me in the heat for an exploration of Hutton Roof Crags and Holme Park Fell.
A bit warm - but hopefully a good insight into an area not regularly walked by the club.
Wednesday July 8th 2026
Threlkeld Circular
7 Miles. Grade 3
Leader: Ian Rowley
Pictures by Michael Coates and Ian Rowley
A warm day today for twenty Wednesday walkers taking the disused railway line from Threlkeld and then the old road to St. Johns in the Vale church via Tewitt Tarn.
There was welcome shade in the churchyard for lunch (with ice cream!) But no shade for the return leg of the walk so we opted for a shorter route back to the cars.
Sunday 5th July 2026
A walk
Grike to Caw Fell
Leader: Ann Cameron-McIntosh
Photos: Astrid Carss & Ann Cameron-MacIntosh
Unfortunately the weather forecast proved to be accurate and our views were rather monotonous, just a grey hue! However 9 of us summited Grike, Crag Fell and Caw Fell in good spirits. At the end of a long descent from Caw Fell there was rather more water in the stream than anticipated resulting in wet feet all round! We still added the small detour to Monks Bridge but were grateful that we had left 2 cars at the end of the track.
5th July 2026
B Walk
Coanwood and South Tyne Trail
Leader: Ian Rowley
Photos: Ian Rowley and Mike Coates
Good day to day along the South Tyne Trail. Industrial archaeology in the woods and a high level jaunt over Lambley Viaduct. Lots of chat along the way and hardly any rain!
Thursday 2nd July 2026
Evening walk
Great Mell Fell
3 miles, grade 3
Leader: Ian Rowley
Wednesday 1st July 2026
Tesco to Warwick on Eden Litter Pick
Leader: David Elsworth
Photos: Pete Rutland, Dave Elsworth and Mike Coates
With part of the group meeting at the bus station and the other at Henry Lonsdale care home we began the pick along the route. When we reached the Golf club we had several full bags but fortunately the groundsmen who were working at the entrance were only too happy to take them off our hands. This allowed us to travel light towards our lunch break and the finish off our pick just outside Warwick on Eden at the fork in the road. With lunch finished there was time enough for a short walk past Moorhouse Hall then over the golf course and on towards Scotby. From the road end we caught the 685 bus back to Carlisle then hopped across town to Tullie Cafe for refreshments.
Many thanks to all, it was such fun; even lunch in the rain. David Elsworth
