A Wainwright Walk with Julia Bradbury: Helm Crag

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A Wainwright Walk with Julia Bradbury: Helm Crag

The walk begins at the heart of Grasmere village, and through the National Trust estate at Allan Bank. The route follows Easedale Road then into the woodland at the foot of Helm Crag. A rocky stairway heads up past Lancrigg Crag, Jackdaw Crag and White Crag. You get great views across Easedale Beck to Easedale Tarn and the waterfall of Sour Milk Gill.

Hairpin right and onto the ridge, then venture across the boulder ridge to reach the canon shaped barrel of rock, ‘The Howitzer’, the mountains true top.

Alfred Wainwright’s verdict:

“The virtues of Helm Crag have not be lauded enough. It gives an exhilarating little climg, a brief essay in real mountaineering.”

Carpark: Carpark, 1 Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SJ

train Nearest Train (or tube) Station(s):
Penrith

Read the Countryside Code before venturing out
Make sure to take a map and compass, and know how to use them before going into our National Parks #BeAdventureSmart

Tips for New Walkers: click here to download (PDF).

Remember to prepare properly before heading out on any type of walk or outdoor activity. Tell people where you are going and what time you are expected back. As Wainwright says "There's no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing".