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A Classic Mountain

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Overview

This walk is part of the Moorland Group week away. Today we will be climbing to the summit of Helvellyn via Dollywaggon and descending via Swirral Edge. This requires sure footing and a head for heights and is part of the Helvellyn Horseshoe.

Wednesday, 22 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 39600 15901
Nearest postcode:
CA11 0NN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car Park opposite the Patterdale Hotel

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