Walking the Lake District Fells - Coniston - Richards Mark

Discover 24 outstanding Lake District summits accessible from the lively valleys of Coniston, Duddon and Eskdale. This area is famed for its spectacular scenery, diverse walking and classic Lakeland atmosphere, from the iconic heights of Coniston Old Man, Dow Crag and Wetherlam to the peaceful, lesser-known massifs of Birker and Corney Fell in the west. With Swirl How’s airy ridges included for the ambitious, you’ll find a full range of fellwalking experiences, whether you want a gentle stroll or a demanding mountain day. Perfect for summit-baggers, seasoned hillwalkers, and newcomers alike, this trusted Cicerone guidebook offers complete fell-by-fell coverage of all 24 Coniston summits. Every ascent, descent, and ridge route is described in detail, so you can devise your own outings, combine summits, or craft ambitious ridge traverses tailored to your ambitions. Full coverage of 24 Coniston fells, with every possible route up and down, including ridge link-ups for longer days and greater variety. HARVEY mapping, hand-drawn topos, and panoramas for each summit make route-finding simple and the views even more rewarding. Practical advice on valley access, public transport, parking, accommodation, and services in Coniston, Duddon, and Eskdale. Fell-friendly route options to help minimise your environmental impact as you explore. Tick lists so you can log every summit, with this volume forming part of a definitive eight-boo
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