Keswick 28/11/10 Hike Report

Overview
Conditions predicted severe snow and unpleasant weather, therefore caution was taken when planning routes. However the day itself was very pleasant, with views over the Lakes and plenty of sunshine.

Hike 1 Skiddaw
Up and down via shortest route due to conditions. Ice axes were used. 14km 850m ascent.

Hike 2 Blencathra
Mousthwaite Combe, Scales Fell, Hallsfell Top, Blease Fell, Brundholme Woods. A small splinter group diverted to Sharp Edge. 12km 650m ascent.

Hike 3 Catbells
This hike was done in two separate groups (fast & slow) due to large number of people.

Catbells up, down, and back around. The faster group headed straight north after descending Catbells for a more foresty walk back but the slow group wisely continued to the road briefly to obtain a lakeside walk - recommended! 11km, 400m ascent.