Helm Crag & The Lion and the Lamb
A moderate walk (low hills and fells (below 600m)) in national park Lake District in Cumbria, England, about 10.30km (6.40 mi) long with an estimated walking time of about 4:15h. It is unsuitable for families with children, prams & pushchairs, wheelchairs.
Elevation Profile
Ascent
437m (1433ft)
Descent
437m (1433ft)
Max. Elevation
510m (1673ft)
Altitude Gain & Loss
874m (2866ft)
Start & End
Grasmere
Distance
10.30km
(6.4mi)
(6.4mi)
Duration
~4:15h
Difficulty
Moderate
A half-day walk from Grasmere village, this walk visits one of the most recognisable landmarks in the Lake District - the 'Lion and the Lamb' rock formations on the summit of Helm Crag. This walk runs over two maps - you will need OS Explorer 005 as well.
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Waypoints
OS Grid NY336074
From Grasmere, follow the Easedale Road heading northwest until you reach the small hamlet of Easedale.
OS Grid NY327084
From Easedale, take the footpath which zigzags up past White Crag. Be warned - it's a steep one!
About 1.44 km (~0.89 miles) from 
OS Grid NY325094
First summit - Helm Crag. From here, follow the ridge in a northwest direction towards Gibson Knott, and carry on until you reach Calf Crag. The land around here is all National Trust-owned.
About 0.96 km (~0.6 miles) from 
OS Grid NY303105
At Calf Crag, the ridge widens into a plateau. Take a bearing and head for Steel Fell. On a clear day you will get a great view of Thirlsmere Reservoir. Follow the path off Steel Fell towards Helmside.
About 2.45 km (~1.52 miles) from 
OS Grid NY332095
From Helmside, follow the road heading south back to Grasmere (sorry no footpaths here). Enjoy a nice cup of tea in Grasmere, and maybe a slice of cake.
About 3.03 km (~1.88 miles) from 
GrasmereOS Grid NY338075
Back to Grasmere, where there are buses heading north and south through the Lakes.
About 2.15 km (~1.34 miles) from 
