Walking the Lake District Fells - Coniston : The Old Man of Coniston, Swirl How, Wetherlam, Duddon valley and Eskdale

This area is famed for its spectacular scenery, diverse walking and classic Lakeland atmosphere, from the iconic heights of Coniston Old Man, Dow Crag and Wetherlam to the peaceful, lesser-known massifs of Birker and Corney Fell in the west. With Swirl How's airy ridges included for the ambitious, you'll find a full range of fellwalking experiences, whether you want a gentle stroll or a demanding mountain day. Perfect for summit-baggers, seasoned hillwalkers, and newcomers alike, this trusted Cicerone guidebook offers complete fell-by-fell coverage of all 24 Coniston summits. Every ascent, descent, and ridge route is described in detail, so you can devise your own outings, combine summits, or craft ambitious ridge traverses tailored to your ambitions. HARVEY mapping, hand-drawn topos, and panoramas for each summit make route-finding simple and the views even more rewarding. Written by lifelong fellwalker Mark Richards and inspired by the legendary Alfred Wainwright, this guide combines expert knowledge with a passion for the southwestern Lake District. You'll also find practical advice on valley access, public transport, parking, accommodation and services, fell-friendly route options to minimise environmental impact, and tick lists to log every summit as you work through this volume of the series.