Scafell Pike the Highest Mountain in England - Lake District

Climb Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England and hike the waterfalls trail in Elterwater

Scafell Pike is the highest and the most prominent mountain in England, at an elevation of 978 metres (3,209 ft) above sea level. It is located in the Lake District National Park, in Cumbria, and is part of the Southern Fells and the Scafell massif.

Scafell Pike forms part of the inactive Scafells volcano.

We will hike the most beautiful circular route, the Corridor Path using different trails up and down the mountain to make the most of the incredible views. We will take breaks for food and catch our breath with an excuse to take tons of pictures.

Is Scafell Pike easy to climb?

Scafell Pike is a relatively challenging walk, requiring a steep climb and some scrambling in places.

Is Scafell Pike easier than Snowdon?

In my personal opinion, Scafell Pike is a bit harder as it is a longer walk, but every hiker I have taken up both mountains disagree and find Scafell Pike much easier.

Is Scafell Pike dangerous?

Although there’s a bit of scrambling, the route doesn’t involve any tricky or dangerous places.

Can a novice climb Scafell Pike?

Scafell Pike is not a suitable walk for complete beginners, but it is manageable if you have a moderate level of fitness.

What should I wear to climb Scafell Pike?

The most important item of clothing for any mountain walk is a good pair of hiking boots/shoes. It’s critical to have good quality, sturdy footwear. It’s also important to bring waterproof clothing and plenty of layers.

ITINERARY

FRIDAY

7 pm - Board the minibus at Brent Cross Underground Station

Drive 4 or 5 hours to Preston and overnight in a hostel to help break up the drive

SATURDAY

7 am - Breakfast

8 am - Drive straight to Seathwait where our hike starts

Make a service station stop to buy packed food for the hike

10 am - Arrive at Seathwait and hike for 7 to 8 hours

HIKE TECH NOTES:

Scafell Pike

Length: 15 km / 9 miles

Surface: Very Rough

Difficulty: Hard 

Total Ascent: 804 meter

10 am - Arrive at Scafell Pike

11 am - Try not to die

12 pm - Stop for lunch to hide the loud wheezing from other hikers

1 pm - Probs summit

4 pm - Cry a little cuz ur legs don't work no'mo' to walk down

5 pm - Carry your body to the minibus, probs pee somewhere before. we leave

6 pm - Check in our hostel and dinner

SUNDAY

Leave the hostel at 9 am

We will hike Elterwater Cathedral Quarry circular trail.

The small village of Elterwater at the head of the Great Langdale valley is the start of this fabulous walk. Elterwater itself is rather picturesque with fantastic views of the Langdale Pikes. We then visit two waterfalls: Skelwith Force and Colwith Force and other beautiful Lake District features.

Highlights of the day

Length - 11 km / 7 miles

Total ascent – 300 metres

Total time - 3 to 4 hours of a slow amble

Moderate lowland walk, with beautiful alpine-like views

Waterfalls

A pretty bridge

Drive back to London right after

FEES

£236 per person - shared twin room

£216 per person - shared quad room

INCLUDED IN FEE

• Travel  by private minibus from London and through the trip
• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Saturday dinner
• Guided hikes
• Lots of fun, laughter and some new weird friends

MEETING POINT

Friday 17th - 7 pm - outside of Brent Cross Underground Station

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