Lakes in october

21/12/2012 01:41
by ma mark301

Hi
I am looking to be in the lakes in october, and well be walking round area off Keswick.
Eny one in the area around the time october, be nice to mark a party to walk.

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Tinks 20/12/2012 22:41

Please don't confuse me....it doesn't take much <img src='theme/emoticon_confused.png' />

davem 20/12/2012 19:49

Yep sorry
. Totally lost the plot on this thread

Little Miss Sunshine (Max) 20/12/2012 18:29

Yes indeed Rourky, I am lost with all those comments ha! ... <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

The Mind is Willing 20/12/2012 11:59

Where on earth has this come from? It's rather confusing <img src='theme/emoticon_confused.png' /> Better to go back to the latest conversation. <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 19/12/2012 22:02

Gosh this takes me back. I hadn't met my little sis till this walk or other lovely members that I'm still friends with. Bring on the next bash <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' /><img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

mark301 19/12/2012 20:06

Hi all if you look at this and read some coments. Well you see i doing a ne bash next year.
So all new member get out there come along you find every one so freindly.
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mark301 05/12/2010 08:39

Hi you better have turkey for me.

downtoearth65 04/12/2010 19:00

if it's the right wkend for me i'll be there

mark301 04/12/2010 14:55

Hi All
Well i thinking about late May or early June for the weekend walking bash.
It will be in Wales,
There is no Turkeys

mark301 26/11/2010 18:23

Hi All looking to see when to sort out walk in the new year in wales.
I lke to see if there is a date that all will like so i well get my finger out and get one sorted.
It will be at the weekend when i sort a date.
So wot would every one like then.!

Beekeeper 09/11/2010 19:30

Mark, Post a date and I'll see if I can make it. Brecons would be good or N. Wales if you are working on long weekend. Will you be doing some turkey flying again 😋.

mark301 09/11/2010 19:27

Hi mb and all we all meat up soon and then i sort something , love the sound off the pub as well.

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 09/11/2010 09:15

Sounds good just the thing to get rid of all that stodge I have eaten.

mark301 09/11/2010 06:08

Hi All would you like me to put a walk on in wales in the new year.
If so ? wot time off off the year would one like.
So it gives me time to read a map lol

Rourky 01/11/2010 12:25

looking forward to it, will put a South Wales bash up soon, also for early next year, Pen y Fan & waterfall weekend.
I managed to capture your Turkey flying display, pic in pics section.

mark301 31/10/2010 18:04

Well i would like to say to all thank you for attening the weekend in the lakes and it every one is interested, i well sort something again in the new year, pleaes take note the map reading well be fun.lol

Rourky 31/10/2010 17:03

Home & sorted. Huge thanks to all that attended the above weekends jolly, especially Mark for his fantastic organisation, humour & extensive map reading capabilities. Look forward to meeting you all again soon.

kevino 28/10/2010 13:39

A bit late, but a really big thanks from me to Mark and all at the Lakes weekend. It all felt quite scary at first, but great by the Sunday and 2 crackin' walks as a bonus !. Hope to meet up with you at some future point. (Not sure I'll get down to Wales though, as a house move is imminent and you can bet it will all happen at the same time, so I hope you all have a great time if I dont see you)..Down to Earth's idea sounds good for February. I'll try and contribute to the planning if I can..kev

mark301 27/10/2010 17:26

Well think its good snickers puting on all the walks and outing god he good at this.
Its going to be the snicker fan club lol.

hikerprincess 27/10/2010 13:22

im due some time off in feb too...will get thinking about somewhere for these dates..like MB says, we need something to get us thru the long hard winter!

downtoearth65 27/10/2010 10:34

mountainbreeze the wkend i am thinking of is thurs 24th - sun 27th but i need help!.....

Ally & Dave 26/10/2010 21:09

Looked at Photo Beekeeper. Who is he? hoping it would be Robbie Williams!!!!!

Beekeeper 26/10/2010 19:44

Celeb Photo now loaded?????

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 26/10/2010 13:56

Great weekend and lovely to meet all of you. Thanks to everyone especially Mark for organising it. X

downtoearth65 25/10/2010 21:35

i will try and rustle up a few singles for snickers walk as soon as you have a date....if anyone is interested i will have a long wkend free at the end feb x

Beekeeper 25/10/2010 20:23

Thanks to Mark for organising, and everyone who came along for a great weekend. Mark's navigation was second to none. For those who weren't able to make it to the D & G Sunday evening, you will regret missing a great night with a well know celeb!!!!! Photo will appear soon.

downtoearth65 25/10/2010 16:42

hi everyone thanks for a great wkend, really enjoyed the walking, made new friends, if any of you are my way ring and i'll put the kettle thats after a walk, wish i was going to the xmas do, looking forward to more walking and meeting up again clare x

BonnieLass 24/10/2010 23:12

Hi Mark, Just wanted to say thank-you so much for a terrific weekend and for being so kind
You're a real gent. Also thank-you to the rest of the group for waiting for me on the walk and your patience.

hikerprincess 24/10/2010 15:46

glad you didnt lose any mark! sorry about your van MB hope its not too damaged & nothing of value gone...yep you should have gone to the lakes ...would have done you good!!

mark301 23/10/2010 18:38

Hi soz over the van, yes would have been nice to see you.
As for first day well it was funny you well be told but i managed to get all 18 back.
Off back to pub

mark 23/10/2010 12:36

Hi Mark , sorry but i'll have to give my apologies on this weekend ( unforeseen family stuff ) - I hope everyone has a great time and i will try to attend the next meet up

mark 23/10/2010 12:32

Hi Mark , sorry but i'll have to give my apologies on this weekend ( unforeseen family stuff ) - I hope everyone has a great time and i will try to attend the next meet up

mark 23/10/2010 12:32

Hi Mark , sorry but i'll have to give my apologies on this weekend ( unforeseen family stuff ) - I hope everyone has a great time and i will try to attend the next meet up

mark 23/10/2010 12:30

Hi Mark , sorry but i'll have to give my apologies on this weekend ( unforeseen family stuff ) - I hope everyone has a great time and i will try to attend the next meet up

mark 21/10/2010 21:24

Hi Mark , I hope to be in Keswick on Saturday - if not then i should be there sunday morning .Thanks for arranging the weekend .

Best Foot Forward 21/10/2010 17:46

Want to wish everyone going up to the Lakes with Mark a really great weekend - enjoy it all! : ))

mark301 21/10/2010 17:01

ok m/b sorry you cant make it but do wot you have to do .
edd57 see you friday in d/g
Mark301

mark301 20/10/2010 19:16

Hi i be in the dog and gun most off night gry top with Mark on the back, was going to were a pink roses but cant find one lol.

downtoearth65 20/10/2010 13:57

where are you bonnielass maybe me or someone else can pick you up?

mark301 18/10/2010 19:16

Well all it be fun i hope and it be a team efort
so we all can have fun and get out in the freshair.The for a drink and a nice hot meal.

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 18/10/2010 19:11

Thanks Mark thats giving me plenty of time. I would also like to thank you for organising this because I will be relying on people like yourself and others for making walks possible for me.
Jo

mark301 17/10/2010 20:13

Hi All i would like use all to set off from the car park about 9.30 am so it gives time for eny one to make time to get there and as i say eny one can leave eny things in the van for later pic up.

mark301 17/10/2010 20:09

Hi jopo i hope it well be about 5 ish, so hope thats ok.
Mark301

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 17/10/2010 19:36

Providing I can do the walk on Sunday what is estimated time of finish as I may be leaving that night.

mark301 17/10/2010 17:52

White Van toyota reg xxxxoml

mark301 17/10/2010 17:47

After all the walks each day if some would like to go to the Dog & Gun for a nice hot meal, and a drink. I have been told by the Landlord Richard that the goulash is a good dish to try.
The Dog & Gun is next to Barclays Bank off the main square, so hope that ok by all, and if any would like to meat on the Friday I will be in there wearing a grey swet shirt, with my name Mark on the back.
Hope every one finds this weekend ok as it the first time I sorted something like this and I would like some help as I do have some trouble reading maps so we may find owner self’s in Scotland lol.
Hope all well for all well hope it is fun for all.
Mark301

mark301 17/10/2010 17:46

Hi All
Well a run down on the week end walk in the lakes
I will have my van parked on the Central Car Park,
It is behind the, main street. The parking for 10 hrs
Well be £6, but if you got anything that needs looking after I don’t mind it can stay in the van tell later.
The walks for each day well set off from the car park at 9.30 am, so hope that’s ok for all.
Saturday walk is about 12/14 miles, and it is called
High Rigg & St Johns in the Vale
Sunday walk is about 13/14 miles, and it is called
Catbells & Newlands Rock & Minerals
Monday walk is about 7/8 miles and it is called
Walla Crag via Castle Head & Ashness Bridge.


mark301 17/10/2010 17:45

After all the walks each day if some would like to go to the Dog & Gun for a nice hot meal, and a drink. I have been told by the Landlord Richard that the goulash is a good dish to try.
The Dog & Gun is next to Barclays Bank off the main square, so hope that ok by all, and if any would like to meat on the Friday I will be in there wearing a grey swet shirt, with my name Mark on the back.
Hope every one finds this weekend ok as it the first time I sorted something like this and I would like some help as I do have some trouble reading maps so we may find owner self’s in Scotland lol.
Hope all well for all well hope it is fun for all.
Mark301

mark301 17/10/2010 17:45

Hi All
Well a run down on the week end walk in the lakes
I will have my van parked on the Central Car Park,
It is behind the, main street. The parking for 10 hrs
Well be £6, but if you got anything that needs looking after I don’t mind it can stay in the van tell later.
The walks for each day well set off from the car park at 9.30 am, so hope that’s ok for all.
Saturday walk is about 12/14 miles, and it is called
High Rigg & St Johns in the Vale
Sunday walk is about 13/14 miles, and it is called
Catbells & Newlands Rock & Minerals
Monday walk is about 7/8 miles and it is called
Walla Crag via Castle Head & Ashness Bridge.

Rourky 15/10/2010 12:59

Any chance we can take this thread to the invite section as I would imagine people are constantly scrolling down this page for updates etc.

Rourky 13/10/2010 22:37

After, Mark.
Fri pm, Sat, Sun & Mon I'm with you guys. But as its my half term I aim to maximise my time there if at all possible.

mark301 13/10/2010 20:55

Well that be after the walks or before Rourky

Rourky 13/10/2010 20:11

Anyone still going to around on Tues & Weds? As I've not been in the Lakes since my A Levels many moons ago. I fancy doing Scafel Pike & Helvelyn via Striding Edge on those two days while up there. If anyone fancies a stroll with me feel free.

mark301 11/10/2010 22:05

you be ok i dont walk fast and eny way look at the end its not a icescremm it a nice drink lol

downtoearth65 11/10/2010 21:27

hope i am going to keep up with you lot went to derbyshire this weekend legs are aching a bit

mark301 07/10/2010 18:10

Hi all looking that it is going to be a fun week end. If all goses well i see whot i can sort again in the new year.
I put the times on the forum soon and a rundown on events.

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 03/10/2010 21:53

Hi Beekeeper I think there are places at Denton House

Beekeeper 03/10/2010 21:06

I'm hoping to make it up for the weekend. Been trying to follow the thread as to where poeple are staying, but it all truned into a blur, so what options are people going for?

mark301 03/10/2010 13:51

Hi
Mark
I have all the meeting time up soon and full rundown but your more than wellcome. It will all start in the town so it be fun to get back to the dog and gun after.

mark 03/10/2010 10:27

Hi , I know it's a bit late in the day but i wouldn't mind joining up the sat and sunday . Where's the 'meet up' time and place ?

mark301 02/10/2010 08:08

HI All Back from my holl now down to work i will be tell you all the set off piont soon and if some are meating friday in dog and gun, i be ther i try to think off something that will make me stand out lol.

Rourky 30/09/2010 23:50

Has to be done MB, this looks a corker thanks to Mark301 and those that have taken up his invite.

capricornwelsh 30/09/2010 22:23

Share with 4 women , I would nt get a word in edge ways and I would have 2 listen you all snoring lol , I could always bring ear plugs mind 🙂

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 28/09/2010 23:15

Your welcome to join us in the female dorm Capricornwelsh if you can put up with 4 women lol

Wren 28/09/2010 20:26

Hi allybongo and jopo, have booked into denton house fri & sat nights so will see you there or in d. and gun later 🙂

capricornwelsh 25/09/2010 15:10

I am going to try and make this meet if thats ok with you people? I have,nt been to the lakes so far, so would be a good chance to get there

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 23/09/2010 23:39

Just booked a room for Saturday night at Denton so see you all Saturday morning. 🙂

Ally & Dave 22/09/2010 21:47

jopo have booked for fri/sat and sun. Just booked a bed in the 6 bed female dorm (think theres only one) Hope u can make it

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 22/09/2010 21:36

Hi Allybongo which room have you booked and for what nights. Not sure yet if coming up Saturday morning and doing a 2 day walk if I can manage that! Looking forward to this and meeting everyone.

Ally & Dave 22/09/2010 00:14

not got number but can book on line..denton house kesick. Be nice to have someone else in the dorm..rather than being Billy no mates. Its nothing fancy but its clean and cheap!!!Let me know and we can perhaps meet up?

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 21/09/2010 23:25

Thanks Allybongo have you got the number so I can ring them.

Ally & Dave 21/09/2010 22:47

hi jopo when i tried YHA it was full. But i am booked into Denton House which is cheap and cheerful. They have a 6 bed female dorm and i was the only one booked in..so if struggling try that. Bring plenty of warm things its chilly up north!!!!

mark301 21/09/2010 16:24

I well have a red rose lol as i stand at the bar off the dog and gun

Glowing Cheeks 21/09/2010 10:16

Those that have booked against my YHA reference can you please quote 'Berry' when you check in. This group meet is also on the 'invitations' section - so check both! Cheers GC :0)

Ultreia (Jo & Alan) 21/09/2010 00:02

Hi Everyone if I can book in the YHA tomorrow I would like to join you. Never done this before so will need some tips on what to bring or not to bring. How many kgs are we allowed lol.

Ally & Dave 20/09/2010 23:55

Yeah Mark will definately be paying a visit to Dog and Gun on Friday night. Its fab in there,my favourite pub in Keswick!!! Will be ready for a pint or 3 after trekup the M6. Willu be the one at the bar wering the red rose???!

mark301 19/09/2010 19:01

Hi all
As you no time is moving on.
23/24/25 oct the dates
thay well all start from town centur, and it will be at 9.30 am each day, so we are back in time before the dark,lol
there going to be aprox 12 / 12/ 8 miles.
Then we all if one likes off to the dog and gun for food and drink. i will more details soon.

mark301 13/09/2010 22:43

Hj allybongo
I be in the dog and gun friday if your up then i am hopeing, to chat with a few off you and start the hello's

Ally & Dave 13/09/2010 21:06

If anyone is struggling for accomodation i have just booked into Denton House. They have vacancies for that weekend and its cheap and only need to pay deposit. I was going to camp but almost got washed away last time i pitched up in keswick.. look forward to meeting everyone nearer the time.

Ally & Dave 13/09/2010 20:42

Thanks glowing cheeks, just checked availability for them dates and YHA appears to be full now. Will sort something else out, have stayed at Denton House before..its actually ok but just a bit basic so might try there..thanks anyway.

Glowing Cheeks 13/09/2010 15:52

Hi Allybongo, I believe the 6 dorm is full now but I know of about 8 people booked into the YHA. Also there are quite a few camping but I don't know where. If you want the YHA the details are Keswick YHA (0845 3719746). Try and speak with 'John' at the YHA as he has his head screwed on! and quote ref: 22391 I believe he has set up an overflow dorm!. You will have to pay on booking. Hope that helps. GC

Ally & Dave 12/09/2010 22:51

As i am new to the site weekend in the lakes sounds great, would be a good opportunity to meet some new people. Where is everyone staying? I would be up for camping but YHA or B&B sounds better. Any rooms left in the dorms...Let me know. Cheers

Rourky 10/09/2010 22:51

cheers mark301 that sound great, after the drive up i'll be glad of a sherbert or two. Dont know what time i'll get in though.

mark301 10/09/2010 19:36

Hi All i be giveing the times and were we will be setting off from and more on the walks as well.
We can have a early meat in the dog and gun on friday if eny one would like to.
Mark301

Glowing Cheeks 09/09/2010 20:15

Hi Ali-bach, thanks for your email have sent you a reply - Don't panic! GC

ali-bach 09/09/2010 15:31

I am free that week, would love to join in, what do I do now? Help!

Rourky 09/09/2010 15:29

Hi all, eventually managed to book into YHA from Fri to Mon, looking forward to meeting up. Bonus they do B&B, now I didn't know that!

Wren 09/09/2010 15:25

Hi edd, I'm still trying to sort my shifts out but if I can make it will be camping.

Glowing Cheeks 08/09/2010 19:26

Hi Kevino, great you've booked and 'yes' the dorm is full now though, there are more available should anyone else want to book in. :0) GC

kevino 08/09/2010 12:34

GC et al...Just made the booking in the dorm at Keswick YHA for the Friday and Saturday nights...hope thats ok (dont know if that fills the dorm though; just looking at your last message of 06/09) kev

mark301 07/09/2010 21:02

Hope you can mg

macc_girl 07/09/2010 19:37

I would love to make it up there to meet you all just not sure whether I can do that weekend yet.

Glowing Cheeks 06/09/2010 21:06

Hi all, there is still 1 bed left in the 6 bed dorm against booking ref: 22391 (see above on thread) in the YHA if anyone wants it. GC

Glowing Cheeks 06/09/2010 19:17

Hi jules69, when I booked the 6 bed dorm I just reserved the dorm and paid for myself and then just post it on forum for people to phone and book/pay for the accomm against your booking reference. If your a member its £44 for 2 nights £50 for non-members. GC

frandalli 06/09/2010 17:57

Thanks GC for that, I notice that Kevino mentions being a member, am I missing something here? can only emers use the YHA? thanks frandalli

kevino 06/09/2010 12:18

hi everyone. thanks Catrine for your reply (and apologies for my slow response). I'm quite going on the idea of the YHA though (I think my membership is still ok, though havent used them for a while). (GC, thanks for the idea ).I'll ring them later and see if theres any room (hope thats oK).I'll reply in this thread and say how its going. kev

Glowing Cheeks 06/09/2010 10:27

Hi Frandalli if the dorm is full you can reserve another dorm (3, 5 or 6 beds). Maybe just reserve a 3 bed and post on forum for any takers. The YHA advised that there is a 2hr disc parking for dropping kit off etc (though free between 6pm-8.00am) and then it is a case of parking around the streets or there is a free car park about 200 yards away. Hope this helps. GC

frandalli 05/09/2010 23:58

Hi I fancy the YHA too but what if the dorm is full? do we fill another dorm or just go in with other groups? I have never stayed in one before. Also anyone know aqbout parking at this hostel??

Rourky 04/09/2010 17:50

cheers GC will get onto it asap

downtoearth65 04/09/2010 12:09

hey just booked spoke to a very nice guy who knew all about the booking and was very helpful thanks again

downtoearth65 04/09/2010 11:57

thanks GC will ring them later today

Glowing Cheeks 04/09/2010 07:46

Rourky no probs - more the merrier! GC

Rourky 03/09/2010 22:26

Half term dates ok so count me in also, GC do you mind me trying to get into dorm at YHA as well? Not a problem to camp or B&B either.

Glowing Cheeks 03/09/2010 13:18

Yeah sure, first come first serve as they say. Give them a ring :0)GC

Glowing Cheeks 03/09/2010 12:01

Hi all, I have booked a 6 bed dorm at the Keswick YHA (0845 3719746) for Fri/Sat nights (22/23-10). If you want to book in the same dorm (M/F) then quote ref: 22391. You will have to pay on booking. Am intending to walk Sunday too but travel back that night. Looking forward to it
:0)GC

Jackie55 02/09/2010 22:22

Hi GC and downtoearth65 have you booked in at the YHA at Keswick only I would be interested in joining you, thanks

downtoearth65 02/09/2010 22:13

glowing cheeks have just sent you an email would be great to stay in the same place as others lookforward to your reply

Catrine 02/09/2010 22:13

Im not sure, but they did ask for my membership number. It would be great to see another vw.

SJS 02/09/2010 21:31

If I come I would have booked in at the YHA (use them a lot) but I still can't plan that far ahead. However it's only a loss of 10% if you cancel so I may book in anyway and be done with it.

Glowing Cheeks 02/09/2010 21:16

Is anyone interested in booking a dorm at the YHA in Keswick? GC

Catrine 02/09/2010 21:06

Sorry Im late with my reply, Ive booked on the
Troutbeck Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Hutton Moor End, Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SX. Its 6 miles away from Keswick, it was the nearest I could get for my campervan. (It will be on the Friday late till Saturday)

downtoearth65 02/09/2010 20:17

a friend of mine is interested as well but might not beable to make it until sat any idea what time the walk will be starting

mark301 02/09/2010 20:05

Hi it only a pub, but there is a hostel in Keswick,and loads off b/bs.

downtoearth65 02/09/2010 19:26

are there any more rooms at the dog and gun have you got there number email etc think we might need to get a move on as not booked as being end of term

mark301 02/09/2010 18:03

Hi all if your around on friday we could meat in the dog and gun on the main street. Food good and drink good.
I my self will be there and it be a nice place to meat.
Mark301

frandalli 02/09/2010 00:25

I am happy to go with the flow, if camping, to camp on same site please....

Glowing Cheeks 01/09/2010 21:01

Hi LA, just looked at reviews on Denton House - doesn't look good ? Just a suggestion but the YHA in Keswick (minutes from town centre) looks good and is 4 star? Anyways will go with the flow and agree with others that would be best to be all 'togever'. :0) GC

arizona1 01/09/2010 20:32

Can any 1 tell me where we meet ? So i can find near by site 4 my caravan

kevino 01/09/2010 12:29

Catrine, which campsite is it youre booked on to ?. I was thinking of camping anyway and it would be more sociable if there's a few in the same locations

mark301 31/08/2010 22:52

Hi All it sounds good some are coming up friday.
If yo like to email me.Face book. it be
mark.hunt50@googlemail.com
mark hunt(look for the glod fish its me)
I do my best to help all.

frandalli 31/08/2010 22:49

I should be able to make it, poss travelling up late Friday, I know camp site at Castlerigg, 25 mins walk to Keswick, any other ideas, possibly closer??? or bunkhouse? I would imagine it being quite dark when I get there!!

Catrine 30/08/2010 21:49

Hi Down to earth and Lost again. I'll be driving up late Friday and hopefully meet up if people are about? Im taking my campervan up and camping 6 miles away from Keswick. The camp sites were all booked any nearer due to it being half term.

downtoearth65 30/08/2010 09:38

hi lost again if i am able to go will be driving up on the friday as well, it would be great to stay in the same place as others anyone already booked?

mark301 29/08/2010 07:36

Hi The Dates will be23/24/25 oct, i will give the start times and set off locations in a few days. thay will all set off and end in Keswick, followed by a drink and bite to eat and then see how the evening goses as it well be a time to all enjoys ones company. hope every one can make it and eny one the views the forum thay more than well come to jion us all. you can do all the walks or just do one it is a open to how you feel. As for acomandation, there is a good hostel in Keswwick, and loads off camp sites, and as well b/b. If eny one would like more info just drop me a email.
Mark301

hikerprincess 29/08/2010 07:23

what are the dates again for this meet mark?

mark301 28/08/2010 12:10

Hi as you ask yes all start and end in the same place, for each walk. I will post more details soon. Glad you can make some off the walk.

coolsummerbreeze64 28/08/2010 08:34

Thank you both for the friendly welcome. Yes, he is partial to one or two - cool, muddy water is his favourite! After a long walk he's quite happy sleeping in the car. Do you usually start and end at the same place?

mark301 28/08/2010 07:46

I dont mind dogs at all so it ok , can it drink as we will be going for a drink later, lol

coolsummerbreeze64 28/08/2010 06:52

Hi everyone. I'm new to this site and the walks in October sound good. I live in Workington so no problem with travel for me. Would anyone mind if I brought my dog along?

mark301 27/08/2010 20:22

hi sorry you cant make it but the next one if all likes i hope you can make it.

milvus 26/08/2010 20:01

Hi guys, can't make that weekend but up in the lakes the following weekend if anyone is around.

mark301 26/08/2010 16:23

Hi all its nice to see there is grate interest in the walks in oct.
Well all going to plan, all three walks are esay going as it as to be fear for all and it be one were we all can chat get to no one and all. i be letting you all no the times and set off places for all three walks. as for acomadtion, there is a good hostel in Keswick, and loads off camp sites around as well. Seeing not every one doing all the three walks . To me if every one makes the own acomadtion arangments, then thats best for all. But the main thing after all the walks we all meat in a pub have a few!!!!!!! drinks and bite to eat and enjoy one's company.
I post more ifo soon, and see you all soon.

kevino 26/08/2010 14:37

I'm new to this site as well and it looks good so far. this is unexpected where someone just come up with an idea for a venue and then people show interest, but it sounds a good way of meeting others from the forum or just meeting up for the first time. I'll keep a note of the dates so thanks Mark for the idea.

downtoearth65 26/08/2010 14:24

23-25th is the middle weekend of half term for me so looking good at the mom.......anyone from down my way who would like to share lifts or travel togther just let me know

arizona1 25/08/2010 23:19

Hi Mark,
Its a yes from me no probs 4 an old retired geezer.Let me know about acomadation.

mark 25/08/2010 22:38

Hi , i am usually in or around the lakes on a weekend-i'll keep an eye out for meet up times and dates

mark301 25/08/2010 15:12

Hi there glowing Cheeks you more than well come more info in the next few days.so hope to see there 🙂

Glowing Cheeks 25/08/2010 14:35

I would be interested too

mark301 24/08/2010 17:02

Hi there pathfinder it be nice you can make some off the walks there be more ifo later.

PaddyJ 23/08/2010 20:47

Hi Mark - there are some really interesting walks in the bokk Wainwrights TV walks - if you are looking for a variety of walks ... ErnieJ

mark301 23/08/2010 20:24

Hi thats nice i put the meating piont on later

mark301 23/08/2010 19:36

hi all walks well go from keswick so it be ok for all

Catrine 23/08/2010 19:14

Cheers Mark, Im being a wee bit lazy here and not bothering to look at the top of the thread, a little ironic I know, being as Im on an activity site. But are the walks still based around Keswick? Anyway, Thats where I'll just look for campsites.

mark301 23/08/2010 18:20

Hi Catrine and Darkpeak
I hope you both make it and then enjoy the day and meat new poeple as well.

Catrine 23/08/2010 17:17

Hi,I'm new to this site. I've just read the thread and would be really keen. Im one of those teachers with holiday-I can manage 23/24th Oct due to it being at the end of my half term. I'll look for campsites near and see if there are spaces. Thanks for organising it.

Maria 23/08/2010 15:34

Sounds good to me. I have already made provisional plans, but may be able to change them, so will try and make it. Thanks Mark for organising it.

mark301 21/08/2010 19:20

Hi all
The dates are 23/24/25, i am new to sorting this but i throught it would be nice for all to meat for all the three days or eny you like to make it.
were i ment bankholls thats my miss take it is in Ireland sorry for miss take.
I boo boo well thats me ,eny way its stell on and hope for eny help. I no Kesick Jane give me some good add vice and i am trying to sort it. but ass for walks thay on them days. hope to see all

SAILYN7 20/08/2010 19:12

Might consider this ,I have never been to the lakes and will have time off in October.
Can b flexible with dates .

Scrambler 20/08/2010 19:09

Hi that sounds great thanks for invite but have a few weekends in October booked and away at the end will keep an eye on the thread

Ben 39 20/08/2010 18:37

Hi Mark, would like to join you and the others dont mind what date just let me know

frandalli 20/08/2010 00:27

Hi, not sure I can make them dates, I will know nearer the time, I wil keep an eye on this thread.

mark301 20/08/2010 00:26

hi always
Well i am new to and it seams to me sorting this is a nice way for people that love doing the out door can all make new freinds so hope you can make it.

Wren 19/08/2010 23:38

Hi Mark, not got my off duty for october yet but if I'm not working will be with you. I'm new to the site so it would be good to meet everyone.

mark301 19/08/2010 20:11

Hi thank its looking like its going to be a nice bunch off new freinds,see you there jules

mark301 19/08/2010 18:09

Hi stephen
Be nice makeing up number i hope

Rourky 19/08/2010 12:35

Hi Mark, lakes sound great, will as other people here have to check my half terms in order to attend.

mark301 19/08/2010 10:15

Hi all
Well i can see it not easey for meny to make the dates, allways open for ideas.
But i put a date to start ball rooling.
There is a few Hostels in and around Keswick.
And as for camping that it the same, been on line and hostels your looking around £15/£18 a night.
as for camping well ther so meny.
So as it is is at the morement the dates that are there and i my self will be doing all three, and eny one can do all or just one day.
It be nice fore all to meat new freinds seeing this seams to be a nice forum.
Eny more infore i try to sort if asked.
Kind regards to all.

ruth 19/08/2010 09:33

HI mark
may not be able to make those dates, just checked my diary, work commitments, w/c 25th would be better for me

hikerprincess 19/08/2010 06:43

yep thanks for the invite mark would love to join you in the lakes but i work weekends & have to juggle my shifts to get a weekend off!!..already got a weekend at the Roaches in october...

mark301 19/08/2010 00:05

ok best thing lets put a date when its ok
23
24
25
that sound ok for the mo. i am felxeble

SJS 18/08/2010 22:57

Yep, prob different half terms for different parts of the country....don't know why they do that?! Mine is 25th - 29th Oct so weekends before or after and/or midweek is good for me.

downtoearth65 18/08/2010 22:41

you are right no b/holis in oct but the end of term break has 2wks starting with i think the 16th of oct

mark301 18/08/2010 22:08

well your more than well com may turn out to be a good weekend.

capricornwelsh 18/08/2010 21:36

Might be up for this , depending on the date there s 2 runs I want to do in oct , dont think there s any bank hols in oct ?

mark301 18/08/2010 17:20

Sat////High Rigg & Johns in the Vale 11 km
sun////Catbells &Newlands-Rocks 13 km
Mon////Walla Crag via Castle Head 10.5 km

mark301 18/08/2010 16:54

well that two up to now.

Paul.B 18/08/2010 16:45

Im game for the 3 and maybe camping as well, hardcore haha!!

mark301 18/08/2010 16:29

Hi
All that looks 🙂 🙂
I try to make were it will be sat/sun/ and bankholl Mon. walking, so eny one pick a day thay like, or do all three. thay be all around 7/8 miles. I my self doing all three.

frandalli 18/08/2010 14:05

I may be able to make it, depending on dates, keep us updated...

mark301 17/08/2010 22:21

hi all that sound like there might be a date end off oct, well was waiting to see if eny one would make a date and you just have woooooo.

SJS 17/08/2010 21:34

End of Oct would be good for me, bit far for a weekend but combined with half term hols could be possible....yes, I know, teachers are such a pain eh!

downtoearth65 17/08/2010 21:12

one of those thingy majiggys things lol came in handy one time on a snow covered ben nevis not that i have one, any idea which dates yet?

Paul.B 17/08/2010 19:27

well Im no expert but I get by bud 😉 been toying with the iddea of gettin one of them garmin handheld outdoor gps thingy majiggys but they're a bit pricey but u can do quite a bit with them, like plot way points to find your way back and a thing called geocaching, where other users hide things and u have to find them and leave summit else and log it onto a website, sounds like fun

mark301 17/08/2010 18:13

Hi paul well thats a start, bye the way you eny good with mape as me normal just follw my noses, then see were i end up. But it is nice if it finshes in a nice pub and a bite to eat and good chat.

Paul.B 17/08/2010 14:50

I could be game for that 😉

downtoearth65 16/08/2010 15:28

lakes are lovely in october let me know what dates so i can check the diary

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