Lake District Via Ferrata and Catbells - Weekend Trip

FULLY REFUNDABLE IF WE HAVE TO CANCEL FOR ANY REASON INCLUDING GOV RESTRICTIONS

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Hi Mudafucas!  

Let's go see another side of the Lake District this autumn by walking the original and best Via Ferrata in the UK!  Via Ferrata Xtreme was introduced at Honister in 2012 to bring a much more challenging (and some say scary) Via Ferrata experience. You do need to be reasonably fit and healthy for the Xtreme. 

Much more mountain edge exposure, vertical climbs, cliff edge ladders, plus a Burma Bridge & Cargo Net crossing. 

Scramble up the huge Cargo net to reach one of the finest views the Lake District has to offer. Buttermere, Crummock and Loweswater, perfectly framed by Alfred Wainwright`s favourite Fells, Haystacks roll’s out before your very eyes. (Weather dependent)  If you are not so sure about doing the Xtreme version, you can opt for the classic version which is a lot easier.  We will also hike the beautiful Catbells with breathtaking views of Keswick and beyond.  

ITINERARY 

FRIDAY  

Meet at 8 am and drive straight in our minibus to the Lake District for a relaxing free day at Grasmere or meet us at Grasmere in your own car.

What will you do with your time? Go for a swim in the lake, a walk around the village, kick back with a good book to the sound of birds?  If you are camping this is a good time to set up your tent.  

SATURDAY 

Catbells  

One of the top hikes in the Lakes as it is easy enough for anyone to hike up, but it can be made more challenging by extending the hike.  You will have amazing views of Derwent Water and Keswick.  This walk will be about taking many pictures and enjoying nature in good company  

TECHNICAL NOTES: 

Distance: 9 miles 

Ascent: 2600 feet 

Time to complete: 6 hours as we take a lot of breaks and pictures  

SUNDAY 

Via Ferrata at 9 am for 3 hours 

Optionally join us for a walk at Honister Pass

Drive back to London  straight after

FEE 

Camping £185 

Hostel bed £218  

INCLUDED 

2 nights accommodation in a hostel bed or camping 

Guided walks 

Expert guide at Via Ferrata who will tell you a bit about the mines and the mountain 

Climbing equipment hire 

Tent  

NOT INCLUDED 

Travel - please purchase a BUST TICKET at checkout

Via Ferrata tickets - please get your ticket at checkout

Sleeping mat 

Sleeping bag 

Meals (there is a self-catering kitchen where you can prepare your own meals)

Anything else not included above  

TRAVEL

Self drive or join our minibus

HOSTEL 

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe  

WHAT TO BRING: 

The Via Ferrata is on a mountain and the weather is highly unpredictable. 

You MUST have adequate hiking gear to attend this trip.  

We suggest:  

- Hiking waterproof jacket 

- Gloves (optional but recommended)

- Hiking trousers or hiking leggings

- Waterproof overtrousers (optional on a warm day)

- Hiking boots or strong trainers 

- Backpack with a waist strap 

- At least 1.5 litres water bottle or water bladder  

ATTENTION:  

1 - It is your responsibility to ensure you check emails sent to you, including your spam box, before the trip starts and up to the morning of the trip.  On occasions, meeting location, time and other details might have to be changed and the event could also be cancelled last minute in case of extreme weather or other unexpected events.  

2 - As with any road trips, there is a chance of heavy traffic, accidents and break-downs which could force us to skip parts of the trip, or stop it completely. We will do our best to make your day better, and of course to avoid any of these, but we expect your understanding on these occasions.  We will make a full refund if the trip is cancelled. No refunds will be made if only part of the trip was skipped, but we will give a discount on future events.  

3 - This is a mountain hike. You must ensure you are fit and have adequate insurance to cover you in case of an accident. The guide or anyone else involved in organising this trips does not accept responsibilities for injuries, loss or death during this trip.