Western Fells - Lakeland Fellranger

Product Description

The Western Fells is part of a planned 8-part Cicerone series of Lakeland Fellranger volumes written by Mark Richards that provide a comprehensive survey of the fells of the English Lake District. This volume covers the area in the triangle of Great Gable, Wasdale & Buttermere, defined by the high ground between the rivers Irt & Cocker. Among their number are fells such as Pillar, High Stile & Haystacks, & they shelter wild dales such as Enerdale & the beautiful lakes of Lowesweater & Buttermere. The guide reveals the contemporary pattern of fell approaches, ascents & ridge routes & gives walkers the flexibility to choose between the well-known peaks & the more hidden areas of the District. The guide is structured into 23 sections with each Fell in the area having its own dedicated chapter. Each section describes the variety of routes on the fell & has a ‘ Starting Points’ information box providing details on location, Grid Reference, Parking facilities & any local bus stops. There are also fellscape diagrams & detailed summit panoramas that complement the written text. A detailed introduction introduces the Lake District to readers & provides information on safety in Lakeland & a note on the ‘ Fix the Fells’ campaign to repair some of the most damaged fell paths. There is also an advisory note from the National Park authorities on responsible walking. Four graphic projections of the range also give the reader an overall impression of the area. Detailed route descriptions are accompanied by extracts from cartographic specialists Harvey mapping the route, as well as colour photographs illustrating some of the highlights of one of England’s most beautiful & popular walking destinations.