Drink in the beauty of the Lake District as it wakes to the world with the return of our popular Stars to Sunrise walk.
EVENTS & FUNDRAISING
Stars to Sunrise
You’re invited to take part in a magical walk giving you the opportunity to experience the sunrise from the top of Blencathra!
By taking part you’ll be making a difference to local adults and children throughout Cumbria who rely on quality care and compassion.
Starting at Threlkeld Village Hall in the early hours of the morning (3.15am), you’ll scale the mountain under the stars to reach the summit for sunrise, before returning to base for a well-earned bit of breakfast!
This is in conjunction with Lakeland Mountain Guides and the walk will be fully guided by their experts making it accessible for most physically fit walkers. There are two routes to choose from…
Route 1 – Moderate
Blencathra via Doddickfell – 5.7 miles and 1 peak
The easier of the two walks on offer, however due to the steep sided nature of Blencathra no route up can really be described as ‘Easy’. This route leaves the village of Threlkeld and after gaining a little height through the woods the route traverses eastwards to gain the ridge of Doddick Fell. For the most park Doddick Fell is just a grassy spur with limited exposure. As you reach the top of Doddick fell there is some very mild scrambling to reach the final slopes to the summit of Blencathra.
Our descent will be via Blease Fell, a broader grassy end of Blencathra. Steep in places and so walking poles are often useful.
Route 2 – Hard
Blencathra via Halls Fell – 5 miles and 1 peak
In our opinion, Halls Fell is one of the best routes direct to any summit in the Lake District. This ridge is a mixture of steep grassy slopes and scrambling (grade 1). The first hour or so is tough as you gain height but then the rocky nature of the ridge kicks in to provide a playground. This will be a brilliant experience under darkness and as you reach the top of the ridge you’ll also reach the summit of Blencathra.
Our descent will be via Blease Fell, a broader grassy end of Blencathra. Steep in places and so walking poles are often useful.
To support you in your fundraising, we will provide you with:
- A welcome pack with guidance for the event
- Direct access to fundraising support both in advance and on the day- link to Just Giving page, sponsor forms and guidance
- Option of purchasing a t-shirt, which can be done via the registration form
- A great sense of pride, knowing your dedication to your fundraising and training has provided a family with compassionate care and support, at a time when they need it most.
Thank you for choosing to support Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw. It’s thanks to you, our amazing fundraisers, that those facing life-limiting illnesses can continue to be given compassionate care when it is needed most.
For more information, please contact fundraising@edenvalleyhospice.org or call 01228 810801
Event details
When
21 September 2025
Where
Lake District
Fee
£35 (with a commitment to £100 sponsorship)
