It’s such a satisfying feeling to look back on where you’ve been and what you’ve achieved. Herdwick sheep, such tough creatures It’s well worth it!All that’s left to do is leave you with a quote from the man himself.Have you attempted this fell yet? Fanny was an 18 year old servant visiting the lakes with the family of her employer.
I spotted this from Haystacks last year and vowed to return to go up it. Weather: Mixed sunshine and cloud, very cold and strong wind where exposedThere’s only one place to start the ascent of Fleetwith Pike – from Gatesgarth at the foot of the fell. Fleetwith Pike, Hindscarth & a glimpse of Dale Head from the top of Scarth Gap Pass. There were more glorious views over Buttermere as I made the descent, which is at an easy gradient throughout.
Make sure to look back at the view as you climb. The top of the mountain is a great place to explore. Be careful in wet conditions as it can get quite slippery.
The High Stile Range - High Crag, High Stile and Red Pike The enjoyment of the ascent is enhanced by the wonderful retrospective views over Buttermere and Crummock WaterFrom the summit I made my way along the knobbly hinterland of the fell in the direction of Dubs Quarry.
Accordingly I parked in the car park at Gatesgarth Farm (the fee is currently £4). Above: Looking along Buttermere to Fleetwith Edge and Haystacks - May 2010 Scarth Gap between Haystacks and High Crag The Honister Pass below on my left Onwards and upwards - the summit is unseen from here, and there are several scrambly sections higher up A close up of Fleetwith Edge from Gamlin End. As always we went back on a different path to the one we came up on.Head towards a path that goes away from Fleetwith edge. I would strongly encourage you to go up via that intimidating ridge. Comment below and let me know what you thought!Difficulty: Easy – Moderate (depending on route taken) Mount Vesuvius Mount Vesuvius is one of the most famous volcanos in the world. The Honister Pass is to the left, but I turn right to start the ascent Those only passing by towards Honister Slate Mine will no doubt have noticed the White Cross and wondered what it represents. The eruption that took place in 79AD descemated the city of Pompeii asHigh Stile Ridge encompasses the fells lining the South-Western shore of Buttermere. It is the home of the Honister Slate Mine and their via ferrata courses.
Turn right and follow the man made road all the way down into Dubs Quarry where you can also find a lovely little bothie to take shelter in. Fleetwith Pike dominates the south eastern end of Buttermere and is one ofthe Wainwright fells which flanks the Honister Pass. Lines Open Phone orders +44 (0) 1622 370505 ... We take about 1.5" [38mm] of the edge of the picture and duplicate it on the side of the canvas so that none of the frontal image is lost and creates a slight 3D effect. You'll receive notifications of all my new posts by email!Overlooking Buttermere, the jagged edge of Fleetwith Pike appears fairly daunting! Although fairly steep at points, especially towards the top this path is incredibly rewarding. More views back to Buttermere and Crummock Water... I arrive at Dubs Quarry, which is now disused Fleetwith Pike is on my antennary as my last summit on todays walk, as I gaze over at the ever impressive Fleetwith Edge. Just head up the nose!The first part of the climb is a fairly steep zigzag but the path is well marked. Fleetwith Pike is a very busy location in the Lake District. I must admit that Fleetwith Pike is one of my favourite fells in the Lake District. With a more than ample scattering of tourists populating the summit of Haystacks, one could easily postpone this excellent walk for another day - but the acsent via Fleetwith Pike seems to deter the masses, and makes for a most excellent day out in the hills. The first of the view back over Buttermere and Crummock Water, which gets better and better as height is gained I walked beside the Honister Pass road for a few yards before turning off to start the climb up Fleetwith Pike. There is so much hidden beauty up here.Keep following the path round and it will eventually bring you out into a quarry. This guide will take you through everything you need to know about this climb.Then all you need to do is follow the path along the lakeside all the way till you meet the road. A wider view, showing Scarth Gap, High Crag and High Stile Parking is £4 for the day and it is quite literally at the bottom of the mountain. A complete contrast in the scenery - anyone who climbs this fell for the first time will be surprised by the wild and desolate landscape beyond the summit The Buttermere Valley from Fleetwith Pike. I walked beside the Honister Pass road for a few yards before turning off to start the climb up Fleetwith Pike. It is named after the fell with the highest summit, reaching 2,648 feet, yet it also encompasses Red Pike to the North and High Crag to the South.Difficulty: Moderate – Difficult (Depending on length of walk) Wainwright Guide: Book Six – The North-Western Fells Fells: Grisedale Pike, Hopegill Head, Eel Crag, Sail, Outerside, Scar Crags, Causey Pike, Barrow For those of you John Bryers summited on August 16th, 2018 [from/via/route] Seven of 7 Wainwrights today. It will bring you past some beautiful tarns. It will motivate you to keep going!Our walk was made far more interesting by the ever changing Lakeland weather. Accordingly I parked in the car park at Gatesgarth Farm (the fee is currently £4). Dubs Hut, which once served the old quarry, but which is now a bothy A small diversion will take you right up to the previously mentioned white cross which marks the spot where Fanny Mercer was accidentally killed in 1887. As the grass disappears heather comes in its place.