Fairfield Horseshoe

A slightly more strenuous walk than the last one; taking in Heron Pike, Great Rigg, Fairfield, Hart Crag, Dove Crag, High Pike and Low Pike - phew!

Windermere becomes visible as you start the ascent

Near neighbours Rydal and Grasmere

The Lakeland fells stretch in every direction

Spot the RAF jet

You will sometimes hear low flying aircraft as the RAF use the area for tactical training exercises. Usually they will have already passed by before you hear them, but you might just manage to get a photo!

Looking back along Great Rigg, with Windermere to the left

Rydal Valley

Morecambe Bay, Windermere and Esthwaite Water from the Fairfield ascent

As you ascend to the summit of Fairfield the path over Heron Pike and Great Rigg is clearly visible.

Fairfield Summit

Helvellyn and Striding Edge

St. Sunday Crag from Fairfield









On leaving the summit of Fairfield and starting the descent to Hart Crag, the view is of Heron Pike and Great Rigg looming over the Rydal Valley with Rydal Beck running down the centre.

Looking back at the stony descent from Hart Crag.

Descending almost all the way down to Ambleside, these dry stone walls act as a guide as you make your way down Dove Crag, High Pike and finally Low Pike.

An alternative way to view the Lakeland hills

This Herdwick lamb was not going to give up his shady spot under a tree for anyone!

The stream near Low Sweden Bridge was very tempting, however we carried on down into Ambleside where a cold drink awaited us.

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