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Map & Navigation social walk (introductory) from YHA Keswick
Overview
Saturday 12th September 2026
Distance: 6.2 miles (10km)
Duration: 6.5 hours
Led by: Harriet MacMillan, Navigation with Harriet
Skills and confidence
This relaxed and friendly Introduction to Navigation day is designed for people with little or no previous experience and is perfect for complete beginners. We will cover the fundamentals of map reading and navigation in a supportive environment before heading out onto the fells to put everything into practice. It involves around 1,080ft (330m) of ascent and descent.
Starting from YHA Keswick, we'll spend the first 45 minutes indoors, introducing the map, understanding map symbols, learning how to orientate the map, and covering the basic skills you'll need before we head out for a steady walk up Latrigg. We’ll learn how to read a map; recognise features on the map and identify them on the ground; use simple route descriptions, measure distance and estimate walking times; and develop confidence navigating on foot.
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This is in partnership with YHA's Festival of Walking - view other social walks.
What makes it special
- Led by a very experienced navigation instructor and professional mountain leader
- Learn all about map reading and navigation
- Free cuppa and cake at the finishing point
Date and time
Saturday 12th September
Start: 09.30am
Starting point: YHA Keswick
Price
It’s free to sign up for this event. We’re encouraging participants to make a voluntary donation to support our Breaks Programme, helping groups of young people and families facing challenging circumstances to access life-changing adventures in our hostels.
Hostels nearby
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