Naddle Horseshoe facts for kids
The Naddle Horseshoe is a special group of hills, or summits, found in the beautiful Lake District in England. These hills are located south of the Mardale valley in Cumbria. It's a famous walking area, even featured in a book by the well-known author and walker, Alfred Wainwright.
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Exploring the Naddle Horseshoe Walk
Alfred Wainwright wrote a book called The Outlying Fells of Lakeland. In it, he describes a fantastic walk around the Naddle Horseshoe. This walk is a great way to see many different hills in one trip.
Starting the Adventure
Wainwright's adventure begins in a place called Swindale. From there, the path goes up to a hill known as Scaleborrow Knott. This hill stands at 1,109 feet (338 m) high.
A Clockwise Journey
After Scaleborrow Knott, the walk follows a path that goes in a circle, like the hands of a clock. This path goes around the valley of Naddle Beck. It's important not to confuse this Naddle Beck with another one near Keswick.
The Hills on the Route
As you walk the Naddle Horseshoe, you'll pass several interesting hills. Wainwright's route includes:
- Harper Hills, which is 1,358 feet (414 m) tall.
- Hare Shaw, the highest point on the walk, reaching 1,639 feet (500 m).
- Naddle High Forest, standing at 1,427 feet (435 m). Wainwright noted this one and the next as "nameless."
- Wallow Crag, with a height of 1,380 feet (420 m).
- Another unnamed hill, which is 1,390 feet (420 m) high.
- Hugh's Laithes Pike, also 1,390 feet (420 m) tall.
Each of these hills offers amazing views of the surrounding Lake District scenery. It's a challenging but rewarding walk for those who love exploring nature.
