Lake District Guided Walk - Coniston Old Man and the Coppermines Valley

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Coniston Old Man and the Coppermines Valley

Starting from Coniston Village this guided walk takes us along old miner's paths across the Coniston Fells, passing disused slate quarries and copper mines to Levers Water. We then ascend steeply to join the ridge at Levers Hause and follow it to Coniston Old Man. Descend by Low Water back to Coniston.

Guided Walk Detailed Information

Walk Date(s): Saturday 1st December 2007
Walk Start Time: Meet 9.15am for 9.30am start.

Walk Start Point: National Park Car Park, Ruskin Avenue, Coniston
Grid Ref: (Click for map) SD304976

Walk Length: 10km / 7miles (approx.)
Total Ascent: 760mtrs / 2500ft (approx.)
Walk Duration: 5hrs minimum

Book this Guided Walk: Email mark@classicfellwalks.co.uk
Phone 01229 466096 or 0774 3274115

Guided Walk Essentials
What to Wear?
Warm, windproof clothing
Waterproof outer clothing
Fell walking boots with a good sole

What else do I need?
Spare warm clothing
Ample food and drink to last a full day
Hat and sunscreen for summer walks

See my Essential Walk Information page for more details.

***** BOOKING ESSENTIAL *****
The guided walk will last all day and requires a good level of fitness.
If your walk leader decides that the weather conditions are unsuitable for the walk, a lower level guided walk of similar time and distance will take place.

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