Make sure you are fully prepared when you are going out walking for a gentle stroll or a challenging walk up Helvellyn. This page has all the information you need and key contacts to make sure you are fully prepared.
Weather conditions on the fell tops can change very quickly so it pays to go well prepared when walking on them. Also check the weather forecast before you set off.
We're fortunate to have mountain rescue teams based at Kirkby Stephen, Patterdale and Penrith; please make a donation to their voluntary work whenever you can.
Richard Warren, Chairman of the Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association recommends that you " have a map and compass, plan the route and carry a mobile phone, some spare clothes and a whistle and torch". It's a good idea to leave details of your route at wherever you are staying or with friends.
The Mountain Rescue website also gives advice for fell and mountain users and has an information card you can print off and take with you.
Information Booklets
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Alston
Hi Pennine Outdoor Shop, Market Place, Alston, CA9 3QN
Tel: 01434 381389
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Appleby
Penrith Survival Equipment, Sandale, Coupland Beck, Appleby, CA16 6LN
Tel: 017683 51666
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Glenridding
Catstycam Outdoor Shop, Glenridding Post Office, Glenridding, Penrith CA11 0PA
Tel: 017684 82351
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Kirkby Stephen
Eden Outdoors, 43 Market Street, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4QN
Tel: 017683 72431
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Penrith
Penrith Outdoor Pursuits, 37 Middlegate, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7PT
Tel: 01768 891383
Rheged Centre, Mountain Life, Redhills, Penrith, CA10 0DQ
Tel: 01768 868000
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Pooley Bridge
Catstycam Outdoor Shop, Chestnut House, Finkle Street, Pooley Bridge CA10 2NW
Tel: 017684 86401
Help us all to respect, protect and enjoy our countryside:
- Be safe, plan ahead and follow any signs
- Leave gates and property as you find them
- Protect plants and animals and take your litter home
- Keep dogs under close control
- Consider other people
Find out more from the www.naturalengland.org.uk website
