The 26 June Weekend Line‑Up
As we move toward this year’s Brass for Good weekend of 26th June 2026, we want to share a clear update on what’s already in place and what’s currently being developed behind the scenes. While some planning began earlier with the original organising team, we’re also working on formalising the group so we can operate more clearly and confidently as we grow.White Platts
Friday Evening A Concert of Remembrance (White Platts) Our weekend will begin with a special Concert of Remembrance at White Platts. Final timings will be confirmed soon. Current expectations are: Start time: Approximately 7:00pm Venue access: May also begin at 7:00pm (TBC) More details will be announced shortly.
Peak Activities – Loughrigg & Black Fell
We have secured Loughrigg and Black Fell for the weekend. Please see details of the walks below A few important notes: Peak walks are always undertaken at participants’ own risk. We provide a guidance document and links to official Light the Lakes guidance.
Saturday Afternoon – Performance at Rothay Park
We are pleased to confirm that Rothay Park is booked for a Saturday afternoon performance.
Time: 2:00pm–4:00pm
Note: This will not be part of the main Light the Lakes event.
The overall structure of the weekend will remain similar to previous years.
Your Next High‑Note Adventure
Pick a Peak
Explore Two Iconic Low Fells of the Lake District
Loughrigg Fell and Black Fell offer some of the most rewarding views in the Lakes without the need for a challenging climb. These accessible peaks provide a perfect mix of woodland trails, open fellside, and stunning panoramic vistas, making them ideal for families, beginners, and anyone looking for a scenic day out.
Loughrigg Fell
Loughrigg Fell is one of the most iconic lower fells in the Central Lake District, rising to 335 metres and offering some of the area’s most rewarding views for relatively little effort. Sitting between Ambleside, Grasmere, and Rydal, it’s a wonderfully accessible walk with a mix of woodland trails, open fellside, lakeshore paths, and dramatic viewpoints. Its rocky summit provides panoramic views across Windermere, Grasmere, Rydal Water, and the surrounding fells, making it a favourite for families, photographers, and walkers looking for a scenic but manageable adventure.
Key Details About the Walk
Location: Loughrigg Fell stands between Ambleside and Grasmere, forming the natural divide between Rydal Water and Grasmere.
Summit: The fell reaches 335 metres, with a rocky top offering several excellent viewpoints.
Views: From the summit and surrounding paths, walkers enjoy superb vistas of Windermere, the Fairfield horseshoe, Grasmere, Rydal Water, and the Langdale fells.
Terrain: A varied mixture of woodland tracks, stone steps, bracken‑covered trails, rocky outcrops, and several small tarns scattered across the plateau.
Walking Experience: Loughrigg offers routes suitable for families and beginners, though some paths are steep. Popular routes include circuits around Rydal Water and Grasmere or a direct ascent from Ambleside.
Route Options: Common starting points include Ambleside, Grasmere village, or Red Bank Road. Walks typically take 2–4 hours depending on the route.
Notable Features: Highlights include the famous Rydal Caves, Loughrigg Terrace, and the stunning lakeshore paths around Rydal Water and Grasmere.
Parking: Available at Stock Lane Car Park in Grasmere, or in small lay‑bys along Red Bank Road, with additional options in Ambleside.
Black Fell
Black Fell, often known as Black Crag at its summit, is a 323‑metre hill sitting between Coniston Water and Hawkshead in the heart of the Lake District. Featured in Wainwright’s Southern Fells, it’s a beautifully accessible walk that rewards visitors with impressive views of the Langdale Pikes, Windermere, and Coniston Water. The fell is most commonly enjoyed as a gentle circular route starting from the much‑loved Tarn Hows, making it ideal for families, casual walkers, and anyone looking for a shorter but scenic adventure.
Key Details About the Walk
Location: Black Fell stands just north of Tarn Hows in the Lake District National Park, between Coniston village and Hawkshead.
Summit: The top — known as Black Crag — reaches 323 metres and features a cairn marking the high point.
Views: From the summit, walkers enjoy sweeping views towards Windermere, the Langdale Pikes, Wetherlam, and Coniston Water.
Terrain: Lower paths pass through wooded slopes, opening out to grassy, open fellside as you approach the summit.
Walking Experience: This is a relatively easy, well‑trodden route that can be walked alone or combined with a loop around Tarn Hows.
Route Options: Popular starting points include the National Trust car park at Glen Mary Bridge or the Tarn Hows car park. Both offer straightforward routes with clear, signposted path.
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