Social walk from YHA Keswick
Overview
Saturday 24th September 2022
Distance: 3 miles
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours
At only 368m (1,200ft) high, Latrigg Fell is one of the lower Fells in the Lake District. It makes up for its diminutive height with the stunning views of Keswick, Derwent Water and the Fells around it. The route is steep in places but is a clearly marked and not technical with plenty of opportunities to stop, have a breather and enjoy the views before setting off again. Don’t forget to take lots of photos at the top as you won’t be disappointed.
What makes it special
- Led by an experienced YHA guide
- Build confidence walking in rural locations
- Get a free cuppa at the finishing point
Date and time
Saturday 24th September 2022
Start: 10.15am
Price
For a suggested donation of £10, you can book a place on one of our social walks. Your donation will support our heart of the community appeal to install life-saving defibrillators at every YHA hostel.
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Climbing in Keswick
For an accessible road-side route try Little Chamonix for an entry level climb.
Watersports in Keswick
Within a three mile radius of Keswick you can try canoeing, sailing and kayaking, all available on Derwentwater.
Walking and Rambling in Keswick
A walk up Skiddaw, one of the four 3,000s, rewards you with fantastic views over Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite while Blencathra with its many ridges, including Sharp Edge, is for the more adventurous
Mountain Biking in Keswick
Whinlatter Visitors Centre is just five miles from YHA Keswick with some of the best purpose built single track mountain bike trails in the country.
Cycling in Keswick
From YHA Keswick there is a cycle route to suit everyone, whether you’re looking for a gentle ride following the River Greta along an old railway track to tackling the famous 112 mile Fred Whitton cha
Road Cycling in Keswick
The C2C route is a 225km route traversing Northern England from Whitehaven or Workington on the West coast to Tynemouth or Sunderland on the east.
Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
With its large collection of exhibits, the museum is a fascinating place to discover old Keswick and the Lake District. See the museum website.
The Puzzling Place
Stuffed with puzzles, gadgets and curiosities The Puzzling Place is guaranteed to have something to amuse, entertain or puzzle you.
Climbing in Wigton
There are fantastic crags, climbing and bouldering in the area, just make sure you look across the valley to get the best views from the top!
Keswick Adventure Centre
Offering multi-activity courses in everything from ghyll scrambling and zip-wires to raft-building and waterrollerz.
The Pencil Museum
Enter through a graphite mine replica and follow the path of pencil making from the reign of Elizabeth 1st to the present day.
Boat trips on Derwentwater
Cruise the lake stopping at the lakeshore jetties where you can change boats, or enjoy the 50 minute trip around Derwentwater.
Theatre by the Lake
One of the most beautifully located theatres in England, hosting film and literary festivals throughout the year.
Keswick Launch Company
Daily launches around the lake stopping at Keswick, Nichol End, Hawes End, Low Brandlehow,, High Brandlehow, Lodore and Ashness Gate.
Mountain biking in Hawse End
Experience the thrill of two wheels. See the world from a different angle, get the excitement of speed and learn how to handle your bike on the rough stuff while staying in control
Climbing in Hawse End
Try one of our courses and explore all of the fantastic crags, climbing and bouldering in the area.