Glenridding Dodd

Glenridding Dodd

Glenridding Dodd is a 442-metre Wainwright in the Eastern Fells. Fell record.

Above Glenridding and Ullswater, this compact fell ends a ridge running down from Sheffield Pike. Its low height gives little warning of the steep ground around it. The top mixes rocky knolls, heather and damp hollows, with views across the lake and towards the fells above Patterdale. Landscape.

The summit

The summit cairn stands on a rocky outcrop at NY 38051 17557. This is also the Wainwright top. Summit location.

The eastern end of the ridge offers further lake views, but the ground falls sharply beyond it. Keep clear of the edges rather than following a tempting line straight downhill. Summit terrain.

From Glenridding via The Rake

From the village car park, follow Greenside Road past the Traveller’s Rest. At the fork keep uphill towards Rake Cottages. Beyond the cattle grid and gate, take the zigzag path to the green track towards the upper cottages, then leave it at the marker for the path below the scree. Climb west of Blaes Crag to the shoulder behind it and follow The Rake to the col. Before the wall’s gate, turn right along the wall. Where it begins descending towards Mossdale, turn sharply right onto the summit path. Photographic ascent guide.

Return by the same route. Retrace the summit path to the wall and col, then descend The Rake beside Blaes Crag. Follow the approach path back to Greenside Road and walk downhill to the village car park. Loose gravel can make the descent slippery, even in dry weather. Descent account.

This out-and-back excludes Heron Pike, Sheffield Pike and Striding Edge.

Geology

The summit lies on the Ordovician Birker Fell Andesite Formation, within the Borrowdale Volcanic Group. Summit bedrock. BGS describes a succession dominated by andesite lava flows, with smaller amounts of basalt, dacite and volcanic fragmental deposits. BGS definition.

Access and facilities

The central Glenridding car park charges for parking. Public toilets are adjacent, with shops and cafés nearby. Check current signs, parking terms and opening times. Visitor information.

Check current public transport services to Glenridding and plan your journey home before setting out.

Preparation and safety

Allow for steep, rough paths rather than a gentle village stroll. Check the mountain forecast and carry suitable footwear, warm layers, waterproofs, food, water and a map and compass you can use. Tell someone your plans and leave time for the descent before dark. Cloud can obscure the return path, while wet rocks, snow and ice need extra care. Winter conditions require appropriate skills and equipment. Turn back if conditions exceed your experience. Walking safety.