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Grisedale Loop
This is a low loop of the fabulous Grisedale Valley – a strong contender for most beautiful valley in the Lake District. We’ll be surrounded by views of some of the Lake District’s most stunning mountains – Helvellyn, Dollywagon, Nethermost Pike & St Sunday crag – as well as seeing tumbling waterfalls, wild woodland and hardly another soul.
What to expect - The Terrain & Activities
- No Paddle Sport Available
- No Swimming Available
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We’ll start out on a farm track that slowly becomes a rough stone track. After we cross the beck on a beautiful little footbridge we’ll return on a single rough, but well made, path that is rocky in places.
mixed weather
We’re expecting mixed weather on this walk – so make sure you bring waterproofs AND an extra warm layer!
Walk Leader - Kelvyn James
Kelvyn James is a working International Mountain Leader who has guided clients all over the world – here in the UK he’s a Provider and Course Director for Mountain Training courses and specialises in mental health support sessions. He’s also an Outdoor First Aid, First Aid for Mental Health & Safeguarding Instructor as well as having qualifications in psychology & counselling.
Kelvyn is also the founder of Wellness Walks and is passionate about the benefits of giving people the opportunity to get out into nature. He has lived experience of mental health issues and specifically cites time spent in the outdoors and, crucially, time spent with other people, as fundamental to his own journey to thriving.
Kelvyn’s favourite walk in the UK is a loop of the fabulous Grisedale Valley – on a good day this can be via the tops and its famous Striding Edge – but he’s just as happy to wander around the valley with his dog, the Wellness Walks mascot Missy Mischief.
His top tip is – we should all be more dog – learn to make every day an adventure.Â
Kit List
- Snacks & a drink
- Camera (its all about the pics!)
- Dogs MUST be well behaved- this means good recall & good around people, other dogs & livestock.
- Doggie essentials! (e.g. lead, harness)
- Money for the pub or cafe
MEETING PLACE - Patterdale Cricket Club
There is now an app to pay and number plate cameras
- Walking poles really recommended!
- Sturdy footwear
Donations
All of our walks are provided free of charge thanks to our funders, generous donations and our passionate volunteers. If you’re interested in supporting wellness walks by volunteering or donating please follow the links below. We look forward to walking with you!
Facilities
- Cafe or Pub Available
- No Toilets Available
- No Public Transport Available
- No Transport Provided
- Dogs Allowed
There is a cafe close by that we can visit afterwards if people would like
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Informed Consent - Participant Risk Statement
While we take every precaution to ensure your safety on our walks (physically, psychologically and emotionally), all outdoor activities involve an inherent and unavoidable risk of an accident occurring that could lead to personal injury. All of our Walk Leaders are qualified in First Aid and carry emergency equipment to deal with emergencies. Walk Leaders are also trained to dynamically alter the route or plan for the day based on numerous potential factors - any decision to do so is fully authorised and expected by Wellness Walks. All participants should take an active role in minimising risks - so if you have a concern please speak up, if you feel unwell or unable to continue tell the leader.
Lowland Walks
These walks will follow paths, trails and lanes that are clearly visible on both the ground and the map (with the exception of very moor alterations). The risk on these walks  is low - but traffic, waterways and other hazards may still be encountered.
Participants are required to read the walk description and kit list and may not be allowed to take part on the walk if they do not have suitable clothing or footwear.