Saturday 20/21 June 2026
Event Tag - Saddleback
Car Park at Blencathra field centre, Threlkeld (Grid Reference NY302256)
From £40
Witness the sun rise on the summer solstice from one of the most iconic Lakeland summits and then experience three of its spectacular five ridges, among the most renowned in the UK.
Overview
A truly unique mountain experience, the memories of which will last a life time. Start walking at midnight on the eve of the Summer Solstice and let us guide you under the light of headtorches to the summit of Blencathra (aka Saddleback) via Blease Fell to arrive at the 868 metre summit in time to witness the solstice sunrise. We will then proceed to walk along three of Blencathra's famous five ridges, Sharp Edge, Scales Fell and Halls Fell.
Price
£200 for first person in each group booking,
£160 for the second person,
£120 for the third person,
£80 for the fourth person,
£40 for the fifth person in each group booking.
(max 5 in each group)
Location
Blencathra field centre, Thelkeld, Keswick, Cumbria
(just off A66)
Register
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Step 1 - submit the registration form
Fill in the registration form below and click Submit. If it is a group booking each member of the group must fill in and submit a registration form. You will receive an acknowledgment message once your details have been recorded.
Step 2 - make payment
After submitting the registration form, please make your payment using the bank details and reference shown below.
Your Booking will only be accepted by Open Gates Outdoors when your payment has been received by Open Gates Outdoors.
On receipt of payment you will be sent by email medical information and consent form to be completed and returned to Open Gates Outdoors at least 48 hours before the walk.
Bank Details:
Account Name: Open Gates Outdoors (Community) CIC
Bank Name: Natwest
Account Number: 82996822
Sort Code: 51-61-35
Reference: Your Surname & Event Tag
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