WHEN
Wednesday, 5 August, 2026 starts at 12:00 - 16:00
WHERE
Bewaldeth Road End
NY 23549 35104 / W3W factoring.pulps.salon
Bassenthwaite
DETAILS
Leader: Ian Francis
Afternoon excursion to explore the Eycott Volcanic Group on Binsey, and its relationship to the underlying Skiddaw Group. Starting point: 12 Noon at roadside carparking at Bewaldeth road end, Bassenthwaite NY 23549 35104 (W3W factoring.pulps.salon).
If there are no spaces to Bewaldeth road end there is a wide grass verge on the east side of the road that leads south from the road end (towards Whitefield cottage/Overwater) at NY 23638 35087 (W3W rebounder.bronzes.daring).
The route will take us around the southwestern foot of Binsey then steeply up the western flank of the fell to West Crag, returning to start point via Binsey top.
Please note: A moderate level of fitness and leg strength is required. Participants are advised to carry walking poles if they feel uncertain. Stout footwear required. Â
Car parking is limited so please consider car-sharing.
CGS Binsey Excursion Information and Risk Assessment 2026