2026 HIGHLANDER Lake District, UK

The Lake District, UK. Grasmere. Helvellyn. Derwent Water. HIGHLANDER returns to the Lake District from June 12‑14, 2026, for the Pegasus route — a 3‑day, 50 km (31 mile) hiking adventure. Starting and finishing in the charming village of Grasmere (Tweedies Bar & Lodge). Day 1 climbs to High Raise via Easdale Tarn, then drops into Langstrath Valley to Stonethwaite campsite. Day 2 follows Walla Crag with sweeping views of Derwent Water, then over Castlerigg Fell to St John's in the Vale. Day 3 ascends Helvellyn — one of the Lake District's most iconic peaks — before descending back to Grasmere. Total ascent: 2,234 m. All meals included (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks). Yoga, massage, live music, navigation workshop, gear repair workshop (RWC), camp quiz (Lakes Brew Co.), and backpack fitting workshop (deuter). Limited capacity — price increases June 10, 2026.

Route Highlights — Day by Day:

• Day 1 (Friday, June 12): Grasmere → Easdale Tarn → High Raise summit (sweeping views across the central fells) → Langstrath Valley → Stonethwaite campsite (overnight). Distance ~16 km / 10 mi.
• Day 2 (Saturday, June 13): Stonethwaite → Walla Crag (views of Derwent Water) → Castlerigg Fell (ancient stone circle nearby) → St John's in the Vale campsite (overnight). Distance ~17 km / 10.5 mi.
• Day 3 (Sunday, June 14): St John's in the Vale → Helvellyn summit (950 m / 3,117 ft — one of the Lake District's most iconic peaks) → descent to Grasmere finish. Distance ~17 km / 10.5 mi.
• Total distance: 50 km (31 miles). Total ascent: 2,234 m (7,330 ft).

Location — Grasmere, Lake District National Park, UK:

• Start/Finish: Tweedies Bar & Lodge, Grasmere (postcode LA22 9SW) — a traditional Lakeland inn in the heart of the village
• Grasmere is famous for its connections to poet William Wordsworth (Dove Cottage) and gingerbread (Sarah Nelson's Gingerbread Shop)
• The Lake District is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its dramatic fells, glacial lakes, and literary history
• Helvellyn is the third‑highest peak in England (950 m), known for its razor‑edge ridges (Striding Edge and Swirral Edge)

What's Included:

• Detailed map and GPX track
• All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks (alcoholic beverages not included)
• 2 nights of mountain camping (Stonethwaite and St John's in the Vale) — you bring your own tent and camping gear
• Yoga sessions (morning stretch and evening wind‑down)
• Massage available at checkpoints (both overnight camps)
• Live music at campsites each evening
• Navigation & First Aid workshop with the Mountain Safety team
• Outdoor Gear Repair workshop with Jane Adler (RWC Outdoor Gear Repairs)
• Camp Quiz by Lakes Brew Co. (beer tasting? quiz with prizes — check on site)
• Backpack Fitting workshop by deuter (learn to adjust your pack for comfort and weight distribution)
• First aid and mountain safety personnel on trail and at campsites
• Medical team at campsites
• Secure luggage storage (carry only your backpack during the hike)
• Parking at start (likely available — check event website)
• Finishing celebration with live music
• HIGHLANDER pin, patch, and certificate for finishers

Not Included:

• Transport to Grasmere (participants are responsible for reaching the start)
• Your own tent and camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad)
• Alcoholic beverages
• Massage (if charged separately — likely included, but confirm on site)

Logistics:

• Mandatory on‑site registration at Tweedies Bar & Lodge, Grasmere (check event website for exact times)
• Start groups assigned on first‑come, first‑served basis — you cannot change your group once assigned
• Equipment check at start (safety — mandatory gear list provided before event)
• No refunds after price change date (June 10, 2026 — check HIGHLANDER policy)
• No dogs? Not specified — check with organizer (typical for group hiking events, may not be allowed)
• Minimum age? Not specified — but 50 km with 2,234 m ascent is demanding; likely 16+ with adult supervision, 18+ for solo participants

What to Bring (Mandatory):

• Backpack (30‑50 L capacity recommended)
• Tent (2‑person tent recommended for sharing)
• Sleeping bag (3‑season — nights can be cold even in June)
• Sleeping pad
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (Lake District weather is unpredictable — rain likely)
• Warm layers (fleece, down jacket, thermal base layer)
• Hiking boots (waterproof, broken in)
• Water bottles or hydration bladder (at least 2 L capacity)
• Headlamp with spare batteries (for evening activities and early starts)
• Personal first aid kit, blister kit, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
• Portable charger/power bank (no power at campsites)
• Camp mug and spoon (for meals)
• Cash/card for additional purchases (alcohol, extra snacks, gear)

Entertainment & Educational Program:

• Yoga sessions — stretch and breathe after a day on the trail
• Massage — ease tired legs and loosen stiff shoulders
• Live music — talented musicians at campsites each evening
• Navigation & First Aid workshop — with the Mountain Safety team (map reading, compass use, emergency response)
• Outdoor Gear Repair workshop — Jane Adler (RWC Outdoor Gear Repairs) — learn to repair your kit and reduce waste
• Camp Quiz — by Lakes Brew Co. — test your knowledge, win prizes, enjoy local beer
• Backpack Fitting workshop — by deuter — learn weight distribution, strap adjustments, and packing techniques

Environmental Ethos — RWC Outdoor Gear Repairs:

• Specialists in repairing all brands of outdoor gear, keeping repairable items out of landfill
• Based in the Lake District, the RWC team lives and breathes the outdoors
• They constantly reflect on the impact of fast fashion and consumerism on the natural world
• Workshop asks: how can the outdoor gear industry do better — and what role can consumers play?

Sponsors & Partners: Multiple outdoor brands (logos on event website), including deuter (backpack workshop), RWC Outdoor Gear Repairs, Lakes Brew Co., and others.

Contact: HIGHLANDER ADVENTURE — Selska cesta 90a, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia — [email protected].