Simon Graham – Ambleside to Grasmere recce, 10th of October 2026

Chris and I will be leading a 6 mile linear walk from Ambleside to Grasmere on Saturday the 10^th of October. We will be stopping at Truckheaven on the way before we continue through Windermere and Ambleside. Ian will drop us off opposite the gates to Rydal Park where we need to exit the coach quickly and cross the road carefully.

We then take a track through Rydal Park to reach Rydal Mount where there are toilets available. After a short stop to look at The Grot, the hall and gardens we walk through the grounds of the nearby church and Dora’s Field, exiting onto the A591 by The Badger Bar, again taking care crossing a busy road. On the other side of the road we use the bridge to cross the River Rothay and then walk by the side of Rydal Water.

Depending on the weather there will be an option to climb up to Rydal Cave before we all get together again on Loughrigg Terrace. The views are fabulous and at this time of year the leaves are starting to turn so we should get some good photos. Walkers will then be given the option to continue along the Terrace or descend down to the shore of Grasmere. We’ll all meet up again to walk along Grasmere shore and then take a slight incline to climb up to the road and continue along the road into Grasmere.

There are pubs and cafes for refreshments, The Grasmere Gingerbread shop (usually busy and card only) and Wordsworth’s grave. Ian will be parked in the car park ready to take us home. Fingers crossed for good weather and an enjoyable walk. Chris and Simon.

PS remember it’s a long journey so we may be back later than usual.