Ennerdale is the 'wildest' major valley in the Lake District, and this horseshoe takes in practically every top on its convoluted skyline to give a long, challenging classic. The fells visited include some of England's finest, including High Stile, Hay Stacks (isn't this supposed to have been Wainwright's favourite?), Great Gable (the clue's in the name), the massive Pillar and wee Steeple - among the most dramatic of Lakeland summits. This makes a tough single day for fell running types, or a brilliant weekender with a wild camp somewhere en route.
19 miles, 30.67 km, 2,375m ascent, 9 – 12 hours. Whitehaven
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