Discover 25 outstanding Lake District summits accessible from the lively valleys of Great Langdale, Ambleside and Grasmere. This area is famed for its spectacular scenery, diverse walking and classic Lakeland atmosphere, from the enchanting lower fells of Loughrigg and Silver How to the rugged heights of Bowfell, Crinkle Crags and the Langdale Pikes. With England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike, 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 and independent hillwalkers alike, this trusted Cicerone guidebook provides everything you need to explore the Langdale, Grasmere and Ambleside fells with confidence. Complete fell-by-fell coverage details every possible route up and down, not just the main paths, allowing you to devise your own unique outings, combine summits or tackle legendary ridge routes. Complete fell-by-fell coverage across all 25 Langdale summits, with every ascent, descent and ridge route described, so you can choose the route that’s right for you. HARVEY mapping, hand-drawn topos and panoramas for each fell, helping you visualise your line of ascent and the views from the top. Ridge route combinations, including classic link-ups and high-level traverses, let you enjoy longer days and endless variety. Practical valley base information for Great Langdale, Grasmere and Ambleside, with advice on access, public transport, parking, accommodation and services. Summit tick lists to log all 25 fells, part of a series covering all 230 Lake District summits, a lifetime’s worth of Lakeland adventures in eight volumes. Author Mark Richards, a lifelong fellwalker inspired by Alfred Wainwright, shares his expert knowledge and passion for the Lake District in this comprehensive volume. With step-by-step route descriptions, detailed mapping and unique perspectives, you’ll be ready to make every ascent memorable and every valley visit worthwhile. Langdale is just one chapter: the full Walking the Lake District Fells series unlocks all 230 Lakeland summits across eight companion volumes, your ultimate guide from first fell to final top.