FRIDAY FELLS - St. Sunday Crag
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Start your weekend early, and join us for a 9 mile walk (748m ascent) from Patterdale to the summit of St. Sunday Crag (848m) for spectacular views of the Eastern Fells and the Ullswater valley. Our varied route takes us first along the unspoiled Lakeland valley of Grizedale to Grizedale Tarn, where we turn and start to climb in earnest to summit. We will descend over Birks to Patterdale with Ullswater unfolding at our feet.
St. Sunday Crag and Birks are both Wainwrights and, if there are any peak baggers among us, we can detour for a steep, but easy, descent to a third, Arnison Crag, to tick that off too!
Paths are mostly good and clear, though the path from Grizedale Tarn to Deepdale Hause is rough, loose, and steep in places. Please bear in mind that this is a high mountain walk and you will need the right equipment for all weathers, particularly at this time of year. If in doubt of your ability or equipment, ask the leader.
There will be an optional drink at a pub in Glenridding afterwards.
All photos are leader's own and authorised for use on the website.
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What to bring
Hand sanitiser and a face covering: whilst we are living with Covid-19, please bring your own to events to help keep everyone safe
Water: bring at least two litres in a water bottle, or better still, a hydration bladder
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
Waterproof bags: keep spare clothing, electronics and anything else dry even when your rucksack leaks by using Ziploc type food bags or, better still, outdoor activity waterproof bags
Boots: waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good ankle support
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters, and carry a spare, dry pair
Walking Poles: always optional, love them or hate them, but give them a try and decide for yourself
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: 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
Emergency equipment: the walk leader will bring any emergency equipment required for the group, but you are welcome to bring any that you have, such as additional high energy food, a survival bag, a whistle, a medical kit, a torch and something to make fire (either storm proof matches or a firelighter
Map and compass: the walk leader will have these, but if you like map reading or want to develop your skills, bring yours along
Mobile Phone: keep it in a waterproof bag for use in emergencies, and a spare battery/charger is a good idea
Food & drink
You will need to bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.