Route descriptions
Highlander
3day
Pegasus
- The HIGHLANDER 3DAY (Pegasus) in the Lake District will see you covering 50 km and ascending more than 2,400 m. Starting and finishing in the charming village of Grasmere, the route quickly climbs toward Easdale Tarn, before reaching the high ground around the summit of High Raise with sweeping views across the central fells. From there, the path drops into the quiet beauty of the Langstrath Valley, leading you to the first overnight stop at the Stonethwaite campsite.
- On day two, you’ll follow the Walla Crag trail, where sweeping views of Derwent Water open up beneath you. From there, the path climbs over Castlerigg Fell before descending into the green pastures of St John’s in the Vale for your second night.
- The toughest challenge lies ahead on the final day, as the route ascends to the mighty Helvellyn summit, one of the Lake District’s most iconic peaks, before descending back into Grasmere to complete this unforgettable loop.
START/FINISH LOCATION
Your Highlander adventure begins and ends at Tweedies Bar & Lodge in the heart of Grasmere (postcode LA22 9SW). This will be the location for registrations and check-in, offering a convenient starting point with easy access from the village. Set against the backdrop of Grasmere’s surrounding fells, it provides a fitting place to gather before heading out onto the trail and to return to once the journey is complete.
