Shropshire Hiker Girls

Join us on Sunday 24th August for a half-day adventure in the Lake District, mixing iconic Ambleside sights with one of the best bang-for-your-buck viewpoints in the Lakes — Wansfell Pike.

THIS IS A PAID FOR EVENT. BOOK VIA THE ROSA WEBSITE: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/stock-ghyll-force

We’ll start with some picture-perfect town wanderings, ticking off the Insta-famous Bridge House, then stretch our legs with a visit to the tumbling Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. From there, it’s a steady (okay… steep) climb to the 484m summit of Wansfell Pike, where views explode in every direction — Windermere glistening below, rugged peaks rolling off into the distance, and Ambleside looking like a postcard. We’ll then drop back into town where you can join for an optional pub lunch or grab a coffee and sit lakeside.

If you fancy a walk that’s short, sweet, and seriously scenic — this one’s for you.

### Why Join?

It’s not just a walk — it’s a little slice of Lakeland magic:
📸 Visit the legendary Bridge House (yes, the one that fills Instagram feeds)
💦 Stand in awe at Stock Ghyll Force waterfall
🥾 Summit Wansfell Pike (484m) for mega views over the central fells
🤗 Meet fab people and share a morning full of fresh air and smiles
🍺 Finish with an optional pub lunch or lakeside chill

### Route Highlights

🏠 Bridge House – Tiny, quirky, and one of the most photographed buildings in the Lakes.
🌊 Stock Ghyll Force – A gorgeous, multi-tiered waterfall hidden in the woods just above Ambleside.
⛰️ Wansfell Pike (484m) – Big views for a small mountain: Windermere stretching south, Fairfield Horseshoe towering north, and the Coniston fells lining the horizon.
🍺 Ambleside town & lakefront – Back down in time for a cheeky pint, coffee, or a sit by Windermere watching the boats drift past.

### Event Details

Join us on Thursday 28th August for a sunset hike with serious storybook energy. This short but punchy adventure takes in two neighbouring peaks – Pontesford Hill and the dramatic Earl’s Hill, a volcanic-shaped summit said to resemble a sleeping dragon.

THIS IS A PAID FOR EVENT. BOOK ON THE ROSA WEBSITE: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/pontesford-earls-hill-sunset-hike

As the evening light begins to fade, we’ll explore a winding woodland trail that leads us steadily upwards. First stop: the top of Pontesford Hill. From here, it’s a short but steep climb to the summit of Earl’s Hill, where myth, geology and Iron Age history collide.

Formed some 650 million years ago by ancient volcanoes, Earl’s Hill is now crowned by a well-preserved Iron Age hillfort and a classic trig point — offering panoramic views across Shropshire and into Wales. It’s one of those “wow” moments that rewards every step. We'll aim to reach the top for golden hour, pausing to take it all in as the sun sinks low and the sky does its thing.

Then, as twilight deepens and the dragon settles back into sleep, we’ll descend under the early evening stars.

### Why Join?

This is more than a walk – it’s a fiery geological tale, a local legend, and a beautiful hike all rolled into one.
🌄 Catch the sunset from a summit shaped by ancient volcanoes
🐉 Walk the ridgeline of a “sleeping dragon” with Iron Age secrets
📍 Bag a trig point and take in views that stretch across the Welsh border
🤝 Enjoy a welcoming, small group hike with time to pause, reflect and connect
🌌 Finish with a peaceful descent under soft starlight

### Route Highlights

🗻 Earl’s Hill Summit (320m) – Volcanic in origin, crowned with a trig point and Iron Age hillfort
🌳 Pontesford Hill – Woodland paths, wildflowers and expansive views
🌅 Golden Hour Glow – A west-facing summit perfect for sunset magic
🌠 Short & Scenic – A manageable evening adventure with a big visual payoff

### Event Details

Join us on Sunday 7th September for an ACAI Outdoorwear sponsored women-only evening adventure to the top of Shropshire’s third-highest hill — Titterstone Clee.

THIS EVENT IS FREE BUT YOU MUST SIGN UP VIA THE ROSA WEBSITE. NUMBERS ARE LIMITED: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/titterstone-clee-full-moon-sunset-hike

With golden light, a full moon rising, sweeping views, and a dash of history in the ruins, this sunset hike is the perfect mix of wild beauty and cosy vibes.

We’ll set off in the soft afternoon glow, exploring the eerie yet beautiful remains of the old quarry buildings — a treasure trove of artistic graffiti and photo-worthy backdrops. From there, we’ll loop around Titterstone Clee Hill to Callowgate, where views open up across Shropshire’s highest hill, Brown Clee and Abdon Burf.

The route will also take us past the charming St Mary’s Church in Cleeton before we climb back to the summit via the iconic radar domes. Here we’ll get settled with a hot drink, wrap up in blankets, and watch as the sun dips below the horizon, the full moon rises, and the stars slowly take over the sky.

Join us on Friday 12th September for an ACAI Outdoorwear sponsored women-only adventure in the heart of Snowdonia.

THIS EVENT IS FREE BUT YOU MUST BOOK VIA THE ROSA WEBSITE- NUMBERS ARE LIMITED: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/aberglaslyn-guided-hike

From riverside gorges to hidden lakes, copper mines to wild mountain summits, this hike packs in some of the most beautiful (and varied) landscapes in North Wales — all along a spectacular section of the Snowdonia Slate Trail.

We’ll start with a walk along the dramatic Aberglaslyn Pass — following the Glaslyn River through its rocky gorge, across boulders and boardwalks. If we’re lucky, we might catch sight of the historic steam railway chugging alongside us. We’ll cross the Beddgelert railway bridge and pay a visit to Gelert’s grave, before heading out of the village towards the Sygun Copper Mine. While we won’t have time for a tour, we’ll take in the atmospheric old buildings — a perfect excuse to return another day.

From here, we’ll continue to the beautiful Llyn Dinas, stopping for lunch on its peaceful lakeside beach with mountain views all around. Bring your swimming costume if you fancy a quick wild dip before we tackle the steep, stepped climb up to Grib Ddu’s summit (318m). With panoramic views over Snowdon and Moel Siabod, it’s a quiet, magical place to sit and soak in the wildness of Snowdonia.

Our descent takes us via the hidden valley of Cwm Bychan, where the skeletal pylons of an old aerial ropeway still stand, a reminder of the area’s mining past.