Another early start as it promises to be a very hot and humid day. We are planning a circuit of the Helm Crag ridge, return via Tarn Crag and Easedale Tarn.
We are in a heatwave this week, so once again I am carrying significant amounts of drinking water.
Once again it is around 30°C in the valley when we finish our walk. I have more water in the car - Rex has a small extra drink and I have a large one before driving back to our accommodation.
1) Several car parks in Grasmere, also a big layby to the North [Grid Ref: NY 33760 08573] [GPS 54.468185, -3.023533] View on map
2) Bus services to Grasmere from Lancaster/Kendal/Windermere and from Carlisle/Keswick
Grasmere, Helm Crag, Gibson Knott, Calf Crag, Tarn Crag, Easedale Tarn
Distance 8.12 miles, Time 4.42 h, Total Ascent 2,375 ft
Wainwright Pictorial Guide: The Central Fells
Helm Crag 1,329 ft
Gibson Knott 1,378 ft
Calf Crag 1,762 ft
Tarn Crag (Easedale) 1,804 ft
