17/05/2019 – 19/05/2019
12 members and 1 guest attended… there were no survivors!
A “bakers dozen” enjoyed the amenities of this excellent and well situated hut. The weather was cool and mainly cloudy – though dry. Good walking weather with some partial cloud cover on the high tops. The Meet Leaders hid their wives (1 each!) in the Inn on the Lake so as not to be distracted from the tasks in hand.
On Saturday climbing teams went off to Swindale (near Shap) to conquer various routes on Gouther Crag. Ascents included: Fang Buttress, Left Edge, Hindleg Crack, Bloodhound (top rope???!!). And Truss Buttress. Climbers included: George G, Ed Samp, Rob P, Mike P, Jon W, Syd and Ed MShaw.
Walking parties included Lionel, John S and guest John – The exploration of Grisedale and Glenridding was the objective. Bob G did some mega walk (details not provided at time of going to press…..may have finished off with a swim down the length of Ullswater – but don’t quote me on that).
On Sunday a caving party went off to the Yorkshire Dales, notable ticks included the tight and vicious Pippikin Pot. A walking party of Ed MShaw, Jon W and Syd did the Helvellyn horseshoe (on foot). Lionel, John S and John walked along Ullswater and into Glenridding. Mike and Rod met up with the hidden spouses and enjoyed valley walk.
The overall impression seemed to be that the Meet went well, the catering seemed to be appreciated and the beer and wine stood the test of time!
Rod B
Derbyshire Pennine Club 