Join Mountain Walking on our guided ascent of Scafell Pike, the highest Mountain in England. There are three route options: from Wasdale, Seathwaite and Langdale, each providing its own unique challenge and route to the summit
We guide ascents from April to October. Choose your date and let Mountain Walking support you in making your day successful and memorable. A qualified mountain leader will ensure that your experience is both safe and fun
Key Facts
From Wasdale
- The most popular and shortest of the three routes
- Distance Approximately: 5.5 miles (8.5 km), Height Gain: 910 m (2985 ft)
- Summit: 978 m (3208 ft)
- Approx 5-6 hours return journey
- 1 day’s guiding by an experienced Mountain Leader
From Seathwaite
- The route is c.a. 9.0 miles (12.5km) long and involves 3340 ft (1020 metres) of ascent.
- Route is also called the Corridor Route
- Summit: 978 m (3208 ft)
- Approx 6-7 hours return journey
- 1 day’s guiding by an experienced Mountain Leader
From Langdale
- The longest of the three routes
- The route is 12 miles (19km) long and involves 3500 ft (1050 metres) of ascent
- Summit: 978 m (3208 ft)
- Approx 9-12 hours return journey
- 1 day’s guiding by an experienced Mountain Leader
Challenge Details
Each of the three Scafell routes will start in either: Wasdale, Seathwaite or Langdale. All routes are challenging and will require a good level on fitness.
What is included and excluded
- Included
- Qualified mountain leaders
- Event organisation and support
- First aid kit: All guides are qualified first aiders
- Excluded
- Travel to the start and finish points of the trip
- Meals and beverages.
- Personal Insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects)
- Accommodation (advise can be provided on local accommodation if required)
Itinerary
- Meet at the agreed location depending on route being taken at an agreed time, typically this is no later than 9am
- Route, weather and safety briefing
- Kit check and any medical issues that the guides should be aware of (all medical issues should have been advised at the point of booking)
- Start of the walk: Objective is to follow the agreed route. The leader may change this based on the weather or any other factor that may incur unacceptable risk.
- Arrival back at the start location – quick debrief on the day
Disclaimer
Please note: This itinerary is a guide only. It can be subject to change dependent upon viability, course members’ fitness, weather conditions, accommodation availability, or for any other reason the guide may deem necessary. Every effort is made to fit the course around your needs and abilities.
This is a tiring challenge. We recommend the minimum age for this trip to be 16 years old. Any U18s will need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Preparation and a good level of fitness is essential for success
Why book with Mountain Walking
We know you have a choice of companies providing trips for your next adventures. Here are some of the reasons you should choose to travel with Mountain Walking:
- Qualified leaders and guides with many years of experience
- All guides are First Aid certified
- All activities are risk assessed
- We will provide you with the best service available
- We are aware this is your holiday/your challenge and will do our best to make it an enjoyable and rewarding experience
The Route: From Wasdale
The Route: From Seathwaite
The Route: From Langdale
