The Troutbeck Medley

Number of Wainwright's: Four (Sour Howes, Sallows, Troutbeck Tongue, Wansfell) Challenging 4.75‑hour loop of about 15.4 km near 54.4173, -2.9054, with almost 1,000 m of ascent and descent. Steep climbs and descents demand good fitness and sure footing, but reward you with expansive Lake District views and shifting perspectives on surrounding fells. The route starts and finishes at nearly the same spot, making logistics simple for experienced hikers seeking a strenuous day out.