Bob Graham was a Keswick guest house owner and keen fellwalker who set out in 1932 to make a continuous round of 42 peaks (one for every year of his age) in his beloved Lake District during a single 24 hour period. His incredible feat set a record that remained unbeaten for 28 years despite many attempts. Today many people have completed the 24 hour round but it still remains one of the most demanding tests of physical fitness available to British athletes or mountaineers. At Wandering Aengus Treks we have taken this gold standard event and turned it into a remarkable mountain walking holiday. By devoting a whole day to each of the five legs of the Bob Graham Round over a five day period, we have brought this amazing route into the realm of possibility for the mere mortals among us. However, even over five days it remains a significant challenge with an average of 15 miles and up to 6,000 feet of ascent on each day. To sign up for this special trip please click the 'Availability' link at the top of this page. The maximum group size is 12 and its first come first served. |
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Itinerary: included Meals: B = Breakfast, L = Packed lunch Day 2. Leg 1 of the Bob Graham Round begins at the Moot Hall in Keswick and ends in Threlkeld. This leg includes the Northern Fells of Skiddaw, Great Calva and Blencathra. At the end of the day we make a short (10 minute) transfer back to Keswick. Total 12.5 miles - 2570 feet of ascent. (B,L) Day 3. A long day of ridge walking. Starting at Threlkeld this leg takes in the superb ridges of the Dodds and Helvellyn range finishing at Dunmail Raise. We then drop down to our accommodation in Grasmere. The fells covered in this leg are Clough Head, Great Dodd, Watson Dodd, Stybarrow Dodd, raise, whiteside, Lowman, Helvellyn, Nethermost Pike, Dollywagon Pike, Fairfield and Seat Sandal. Total 14 miles and 6154 feet of ascent. (B,L) Day 4. A very big day over the summits of Steel Fell, Calf Crag, High Raise, Sergeant Man, Thunacar Knott, Harrison Stickle, Pike O' Stickle, Rossett Crag, Bowfell, Esk Pike, Great End, Ill Crag, Broad Crag, Scafell Pike and Scafell. There is absolutely no doubt you will sleep tonight. The day ends in Wasdale where a comfortable bed awaits Total 17 miles - 6830 feet of ascent (B,L) Day 5. Only a little easier and another magnificent day as we head off from Wasdale on Leg 4. Todays famous names are Yewbarrow, Red Pike, Steeple, Pillar, Kirk Fell, Great Gable, Green Gable, Brandreth, and Grey Knotts giving some of the finest mountain walking in the district. This leg of the Bob Graham ends at Honister Pass where we have only one accommodation option. We spend tonight in one of the YHA's more remote hostels close to the summit of the pass. Total distance 12 miles - 6,500 feet of ascent. (B,L) Day 6. The final leg of the Bob Graham and we are cruising now - but spare a thought for the hardy souls who undertake this amazing round all in the space of 24 hours! Starting at Honister we traverse the final three peaks of Dale Head, Hindscarth and Robinson, then its downhill (well mostly) all the way back to the Moot Hall in Keswick. Extra nights can be arranged for those who need to stay tonight in Keswick. (B,L) |
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The services of an experienced Wandering Aengus walking guide The price does not include: Single supplement if you do not wish to share a room Accommodation For this trip we use Cumbria Tourist Board accredited hotels and guest houses with en suite facilities except for one night spent in a Youth hostel where the accommodation is in segregated dormitories. Single Rooms All accommodation is based on twin share. If you are travelling by yourself you will be paired up with another individual group member of the same sex. If you are unable or do not wish to share, there is a single supplement of £100 for the 4 nights spent in hotel/guest house accommodation. Meals The trip includes all breakfasts and packed lunches. In all the places we stay meals can be obtained either at the accommodation or in nearby restaurants Budget £8 - £15 per meal. You may also wish to purchase supplimentary snack food. There will be the opportunity to do this on most days. Bad Weather Contingencies The Bob Graham Round traverses some of the highest and wildest terrain in the Lake District and it can never be guaranteed that each day will go according to schedule. Having an experienced guide means that you are likely to be able to complete the Round whatever the weather. However, if in the opinion of your guide the forecast weather presents an unacceptable risk, an alternative itinerary will be offered on that day. |
