Trail Running Planet · Lake District · North Western Fells
Robinson, Dale Head, High Spy and Catbells from Lingholm
Five Wainwrights in one flowing 20.9km round, finishing along the famous Catbells ridge with Derwentwater spread out below and a celebrated cafe at the start and finish.
Distance
20.9 km
Ascent
1,175 m
Descent
1,172 m
Max elevation
749 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
3h 20m – 4h 30m
Grade
Very Hard
Navigation
map_skills
Parking
CA12 5UA
Dogs
Welcome
Best seasons
spring, summer, autumn
About this route
A 20.9km high horseshoe from Lingholm near Keswick taking in five Lake District Wainwrights: Robinson, Dale Head, High Spy, Maiden Moor and Catbells, ringing the Newlands valley above Derwentwater.
Hazards & notes
Sustained exposure on high fells with steep, rocky descents off Dale Head and along Catbells, where the polished steps are slippery and busy. Navigation is serious in cloud and the tops are fully exposed to weather.
Emergency
Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.
Full route, GPX download & live conditions:
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