Alone in the fells ~ Solo Wild Camping Summit Adventure in the Lake District

Join me on this solitary journey as I head into the fells of the Lake District for this this solo wild camping adventure.
I explore the rocky and exposed summit area to find a tent pitch and soar over the steep ridgeline to see the enchanting beauty of the mountains at dusk and dawn.
The conditions were a little windy, but that made it all the more atmospheric and it felt calm and cosy nonetheless.
It was an absolute joy to film and edit this for you, so I hope you enjoy coming along for this wild camp.
As ever with wild camping, set up late, pack up early and leave no trace. You can find the full wild camping ethos in the pinned comment below the video.
AD | With thanks to ‪@ColumbiaSportswear‬ for providing me with the Mazama Trail jacket and Facet Outdry shoes to test.
I will be sharing my feedback once I’ve had the chance to wear them during rainier days - it’s been incredibly dry recently, though still cold at night with wind chill. I was very glad of the windproof Mazama jacket as I ventured out to watch the sunset and see the clouds whipping across the ridge.
You can find them here if you want to check them out for yourself:
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(Men's shoe and jacket versions also available.)
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Hi, I’m Chloe. I grew up in the lovely Devonshire countryside though, seeking wilder and more rugged landscape, now live in Cumbria on the edge of the Lake District with my husband Ryan and our spaniel, Cam,
Join us on our adventures in the fells.
We love wild camping and swimming, climbing, hiking the Wainwrights, scrambling, fell running and exploring historical sites.
I hope our videos give you a moment of calm and cosiness and a little inspiration to get out on your own adventures.
#wildcamping #lakedistrict #adventures #hiking #hikingadventures #hikinglife #wildcamp #wildcampinguk #mountains #adventuretime

[@FablesandFells]

Wild Camping Ethos 🏔️ Camp above the highest fell wall, well away from towns, villages and lake shores. 🗑️Leave no litter - this includes not burying any litter and removing other people's if you find it. ❌ Don't light any fires, even if there is evidence that fires might have been lit. ⏳Stay for only one night. 🏕️ Keep groups very small - only one or two tents. 👀 Camp as unobtrusively as possible with inconspicuous tents which blend in. 🌿 Leave the campsite as you would want to find it. 🎒Carry out everything you carried in. 👝Carry out tampons and sanitary towels. Burying them doesn't work as animals dig them up again. 🌾Choose a dry pitch rather than digging drainage ditches around a tent or moving boulders. 🕳️ Perform toilet duties at least 30 metres from water and bury the results with a trowel. 🐑 At all times, help protect the environment and respect other visitors and communities. ✌🏼Wherever you pitch, please remember that the landowners or their representatives have the legal right to order you to break camp and move on. Shared from Lake District Gov: www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/visiting/where-to-stay/wild-camping See also: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/wild-camping-in-the-lake-district

[@Seamus3051]

Thank you for sharing your venture into paradise with the world😃😃😃

[@user-yb4jw3dl7b]

Writing from Northern California. Living in a culture where being an obnoxious loudmouth is somehow considered admirable, I can't tell you how much I appreciate your gentle, soft spoken voice. It's rarer than gold, and even more beautiful.

[@FablesandFells]

I can't tell you how much that means for those of us quiet folk who get told we're "too quiet" our whole lifes! Being quiet was always seen as a negative at school, college and in the workplace. You need to speak louder... Be more outgoing... Put yourself out there more... Be chattier... What's wrong with you... So thank you, it's rare to have quietness appreciated 🙏🏼

[@andrewbowie1882]

I find strength, courage and peace watching your videos. Your choice in music, the scenery, editing and how you look at life , nature and yourself is absolutely inspiring and beautiful. I'm originally from whiston England but moved to alberta Canada when I was 6 years old and been living here ever since. All last week we had lots of rain and cold winds but that didn't stop me from going out mountain biking and hiking. Unfortunately I ended up getting pneumonia. I've been slowly recovering which is lovely. Just wanted to take time to say thank you for your amazing videos and for the inspiration to find the strength within myself.

[@FablesandFells]

That's so lovely, thank you. Sorry to hear you have been recovering from pneumonia, that's rough. Take care and keep cosy 🔥

[@lynnb_and_ky_springer_spaniel]

I envy the solitude you enjoy. I too love my own company (with my dog of course) as well as being with family, but it's nice to be with your own thoughts in peace surrounded by nature. Another brilliantly edited video Chloe, thank you for sharing 🥰 Good to see Cam at the end 🐶

[@Proverbs3.3]

Thankyou for this video God bless you

[@olivernash2240]

So beautiful there, so peaceful…minimal words…maximal enjoyment.😊

[@Carp482]

Your words at the beginning really resonated with me, I have spent many years fishing alone but I have always found comfort in that. Urban areas make me feel so much more secluded and lonely than nature ever could. Great videos, keep up the good work

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you. My husband fishes, he finds it to have that balance of peaceful and mindful.

[@RonHutchCraft2]

You do not need the outdoors Chloe The outdoors needs You! Best Quality Videos & Amazing Scenery, you're efforts are not in vain because you inspire everyone watching! Thank You

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much for your support Ron 🙏

[@DJVOutdoors]

This is how you make a wild camping video. Really like the music.

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@thylacinenv]

Poetry for the eyes, thankyou.

[@FablesandFells]

Aw thanks so much 😊

[@leegripton5049]

How wonderful to see the fells at dawn. Thank you

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

[@davidb8872]

Welcome back pretty lady, really nice. I love seeing the wilds of Great Britain presented so beautifully ❤🇺🇸

[@larryreynolds8580]

The beautiful scenery, messages and music bring so much peace and calm to my heart. And did I mention your oh so gentle voice. Thank you for shining a little light in this world Chloe, thank you. This world needs more of you!

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you Larry 😊

[@MrASquirrell]

Beautiful film, thank you! There is something so energising about solitude. 🤗

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@BlueMeridian]

Amazing as always. I watch a lot of wild camping videos but these are my favorite. The way you film the Lake District is exactly how I see it in my minds eye. Your videos inspired me to wild camp for the first time this year and I’ve been up almost every weekend since my first time back in May. Keep up the good work! P.S please have the pooch in the next episode!

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much for your kind 'super thanks'! That's really great to hear you've tried it for the first time and now you're getting out so regularly! It's a really special experience isn't it. Aw, yes, it's been so hot up here with the heatwave but I'll try to have him in the next one 🐕 Thanks again 🙏🏼

[@3ligijus]

your videos like a therapy for me 🫶🏼

[@FablesandFells]

Glad you find them helpful 😊

[@adytaylor1925]

Thanks for sharing your adventures, I feel captured by your choreographic videos, music, scenery and narration that's all been put together so well, beautiful, therapeutic and they make my world stand still. Being alone, and finding solitude is a beautiful gift ⛺️

[@FablesandFells]

Aw thank you so much for your kind words and 'super thanks'! I do try to make them a little immersive in hopes you feel as if you're coming along on the adventure! Glad you found a little peace and stillness 🙏🏼 Thanks again Ady!

[@mjojrjr6231]

I won't be surprised if you hit 50k subscriber by the end of this year. Your vids are getting better and better.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼

[@foadabdo3778]

Honesty is amazing, everything is photography, music, everything, everything is beauty and calm. You are a very superior director... We had fun with this video👍👍

[@FablesandFells]

Ahh thank you so much, trying to get better each time 🙏🏼

[@gerarddriscoll5599]

Just what I needed, your videos always help me to recharge my batteries. Keep up the good work.

[@FablesandFells]

Glad to hear it 😊

[@TineBeo]

Lovely

[@SoloSarahBX]

I hear you , far too many people worried about me When I’m out in my perfect solitude. I’ve come to realise that it’s their issue, not mine. Your films are outstanding ❤ thank you

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you Sarah. Happy adventuring 😊

[@roderickmarruffo7600]

Yet another awesome video with spectacular views, it's like nothing I've ever visited & I'm finding it so tranquil. Please keep making more...

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you. Editing takes so long 😅 but I will 🙏🏼

[@peterfilby7336]

Here I am again watching you on my tablet in bed , well worth the wait absolutely beautiful music, scenery & your voice is so relaxing great brilliant brilliant I'll be here indefinitely watching your trips, love it

[@FablesandFells]

Glad you continue to find them relaxing ⛰️🙏🏼

[@gonesailing]

Always beautiful to watch and experience with you, thanks for sharing the wonder of the Lake District and northern fells 😊

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much for being here 🙏🏼

[@billygoatfilms7531]

Beautiful film as ever Chloe, a real pleasure to watch. Looking forward to your next adventure. Mike 👍

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Mike!

[@bobwhite2]

A lot of productivity!

[@MACK13]

Brilliant.... thanks for taking the time to film and share. Mack and Maggie, Huddersfield

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks, glad you both enjoyed it 😊

[@MarkOutdoors_]

Now that was a nice camp. The views were perfect, along with the sky colours too.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Mark, it was a great sunset and rise 🙏🏼

[@chriswebb9709]

Another amazing video that showcases the beautiful lakes in all their majestic splendour. Outstanding video combined with the atmospheric audio is a pleasure to watch. Brilliant, keep them coming!

[@FablesandFells]

Aw thank you so much Chris, very kind 🙏🏼

[@caroldeschenes3976]

magic moments !!!!

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Carol 😊

[@guidosinram]

Thank you for this stunning vlog. The locations, this edit and this great music choice are the burner. You have my subscription!

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much 😊

[@perrywells1258]

Another wonderful video. Being alone is often the hardest thing for most people. You are making it an art. Very well done ❤

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks again for your kind words Perry 😊

[@perrywells1258]

@FablesandFells I think Tolkien, Lewis, and Carol would have got you to make their videos to promote their books, if they were about today. The music and picturesque views. You have a talent. Thank you

[@TheCoates1980]

So beautifully filmed

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@markpentland9070]

Absolutely glorious 👍🏻

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

[@vicsaul5459]

The sequence at 09:40. Is epic , surpasses Braveheart 🎥, i dearly hope you have the full backing and or sponsorship from the lake district tourist board. Columbia gear will be the first of many ❤ happy trails 👣, leave only footprints

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you, it would be amazing to be able to make them more regularly 🙏🏼

[@73kdt]

Beautiful ! I love the quotes, your filming is magical. ❤

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@mikebeswick3420]

Really enjoyed it. Look forward to the next one

[@FablesandFells]

Glad you enjoyed it Mike 🙏🏼

[@vicsaul5459]

Absolutely ❤your production, esp music and voice over 👌 🕊 🌎🌏🌐🌍 happy 👣

[@vicsaul5459]

Best yet. Superb❤

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Shanorooney]

Loving your videos, you have easy skipped into my top 5 KZbinrs, and I follow a lot! That doesn’t mean your 5th, it just means 5 KZbinrs including yourself have inspired me massively! Your content and tone is amazing and inspirational! Keep doing what you do, proper Sunday night material. Thank you 😊

[@FablesandFells]

Aw thank you so much, I'm honoured! That's really lovely to hear 😊

[@AmandaBrooks-ey8mg]

Absolutely stunning 😍

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching Amanda 😊

[@marklogan3264]

Thank you for sharing those amazing views chloe lovely video 😊😊❤

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching Mark 🙏🏼

[@paulgrimshaw6301]

I've not tried wild camping but it strikes me looking at these beautiful images that it allows you to see familiar sights with different lighting, bathed in sunset and sunrise. The Ill Bell ridge here is one of my favourites but I've never seen it like this, especially that stunning mountain view looking north towards Thornthwaite Crag with the sun rising over High Street. You've inspired me to start looking around for a backpacking tent!

[@FablesandFells]

Yes absolutely! It's also so different to experience them at nighttime - just listening to the wind.

[@antonboludo8886]

Lovely area.

[@FablesandFells]

Yes it sure it!

[@DaveyPalmer1]

I'm running out of superlatives for the Lake District Chloe. Such breathtaking vistas - you are so lucky having those walks on your doorstep 😊

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks, it was a big move for me to live up here but when you get views like this 🤩

[@warrenleagas259]

Another breathtaking video Chloe 🤩

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Warren 🙏🏼

[@normanhadley]

Lovely stuff, Chloe. Ill Bell is a longstanding favourite and that last fireglow behind Catstycam is gorgeous.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks, beautiful area isn't it 🙏🏼

[@davidevans4515]

Yoke and Ill Bell my first ever walk in the Lake District, October 1977. That brings back memories.

[@FablesandFells]

Glad you were able to see them again ⛰️

[@peter_roth_8812]

I can't tell what it actually is, but your masterpieces evoke very soothing atmospheres I Iike so much. Stunning!

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Peter 😊

[@Squarepeg57]

Great film! Whenever I visit or watch the Lake District I can’t help but wonder how much more beautiful it would be without the ‘white plague’ (sheep). Imagine those vistas with the forested lower slopes that should be there! Nice work!

[@FablesandFells]

Ahh they are sweet, bless them. Yes I do wish we had more forested areas, it's very sad.

[@happinessloveyoursmile]

Awesome and fantastic.. Wonderful hiking and superb environment.. Just outstanding performance dear friend👍👍 🌸

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@happinessloveyoursmile]

@@FablesandFells 😊🌸

[@CJTucker-BW500]

amen to all that. i cherish alone time, especially in the forest. only there i can find my true uncluttered thoughts. i am at peace there almost 100% of the time

[@FablesandFells]

Absolutely 🙏 Gives you space to process.

[@CJTucker-BW500]

yes indeed it does! this modern world, we need space to process for sure.@@FablesandFells

[@walkaboutphilpots3795]

Such good vibes in these vids. Inner self reflection is always good, after all who is the operator using the body and sense perceptions. Om.

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@stephensingleton4937]

Absolutely brilliant video, I watch lots of the wild camping channels and yours popped up, the content is excellent and the music is so relaxing. The footage with the drone is amazing as well. 👍

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Stephen, glad you enjoyed it ⛺

[@heathen.and.the.hounds]

Love the tones and colours you use for your vids.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks, I love the colour grading part of the process 😊

[@gritstoneedge]

I have watched lots of channels of wild camping and walking on the hills, fells and moors of the UK and I have to say that your channel is my favourite. The effort you must put in with getting the video just right must be enormous. Thanks for the inspirational video and I look forward to your next one.

[@FablesandFells]

That means a lot, thank you! You get lulled into thinking it won't take too long with the initial cut but then I somehow always end up spending so long on the tiny things 😅

[@lakelandtrailrunner]

Ill Bell is an awesome spot for a ridge line pitch. Great videos Chloe 👌🏻🙂

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@neiltimney3041]

Cracking video we are so lucky to have this on our doorstep ❤ keep up the good work 👏

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Neil 😊

[@FattyDaddyReviews]

Another Beautiful video!

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@naungsan]

amazing shots and pics. thanks

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@danielcargill8019]

Their is something about those mountains.

[@FablesandFells]

There really is 🙏🏼

[@ItsMe-wf6kz]

I am completely blown away by this. Your content is so professional, your choice of music is faultless. Your narrative and quotes are thought provoking. You are lighting a fire inside me get to the lakes as I haven't been for at least 8 years. You truly are a stunning film maker and storyteller. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@FablesandFells]

That truly means a lot, thank you! I'm just starting out but I do try to improve a little video by video and it's so appreciated to get such thoughtful feedback. I do hope you make that return trip. It's such a reset to be in the fells. Thanks again 🙏🏼

[@ItsMe-wf6kz]

@FablesandFells I enjoy losing myself in your videos but you definitely can't beat the real thing. I am in the south, so its quite a trek and I know that's a feeble excuse 🤣 but I will get there especially now I have my campervan. You clearly have an amazing talent and an eye for an image.

[@FablesandFells]

@@ItsMe-wf6kz ahh we used to drive up from the Cornish border when we started doing the Wainwright's and Ryan still drives up from the Devon coast every weekend so definitely no excuse 😄 Saying that, I'm not a fan of driving but once you're out there it's worth it!

[@ItsMe-wf6kz]

@FablesandFells very easy to let work takeover but yes no excuses 🤣

[@robertmccourt131]

thanks for the lovely video

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@Bugs1953]

Lovely videography.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Stevie

[@mikesimmons2212]

What magical music to use

[@FablesandFells]

It's all from @epidemicsound ~ I spend ages choosing 😄

[@huntercoleman8036]

Wonderful video, keep up the good work.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Hunter 😊

[@markexpose6108]

Hi. LIKE. LIKE. SCENERY. LANDSCAPE. CAMPING.

[@marksingleton5176]

Hi Chloe, waited all weekend for this and so didn’t disappoint, stunningly beautiful scenery thank you so much for sharing, 🎉🎉

[@FablesandFells]

Ahh thanks so much Mark 🙏🏼

[@TWOR300]

Fantastic video, thanks

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@JoshuaTClark81]

Just stumbled upon your channel. Wow! what an amazing place The Fells is. I keep saying it but the wilds of the UK are quite literally Middle Earth. You are quite an exceptional beauty yourself as well. You are just simply gorgeous. 😍😍😍😍

[@FablesandFells]

Yes I've found such inspiration seeing them as Middle Earth haha. They really do have that feeling!

[@ramblingrichard8775]

I love your work. Your edits are brilliant.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much Richard 🙏🏼

[@ramblingrichard8775]

@@FablesandFells no worries, I may pass you in the lakes one day (this weekend looks rough though!)

[@danrichardsonmedia]

What a wonderful video! Your opening dialogue resonated so deeply with me. I’m new to your channel and feeling very grateful for finding it. Looking forward enormously to enjoying more of your wonderful content. Thank you ☺️🙏🏼💚

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much Dan 😊 Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for being here ⛰️

[@claredavies2100]

Lovely vlog x Thanku.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Clare 😊

[@ryanleung9663]

Absolutely beautiful video! The lakes are definitely one of my favourite places to be in the whole world and I can't wait to head back in September and perhaps i"ll try wild camping as well.Thank you so much for sharing and i'm definitely looking forward to your next adventure! 😊🙏👍

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Ryan 😊 Hope you enjoy your return trip ⛺

[@JPJMando]

Excellent drone footage, really good production. Content is just right. I would love to hear you read some Lakeland poetry, you have the voice for it. In any case total magic from you, bravo 👏👏

[@FablesandFells]

Ahh thank you 😊 I don't know I have the accent for northern poetry though 😄

[@tracybartlett7103]

Fantastic video, great adventure and thanks for sharing xx ❤

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Odian2]

So nice. Came here by accident and stayed to watch. I'm glad I did! Take care

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for sticking around 😊

[@Odian2]

You are so welcome. I look forward to seeing more of your work. Take care.

[@ervinslens]

What a unique upload!! Such a great time out there! Feeling of peace, what we would all need more!

[@FablesandFells]

Yes, it's becoming increasingly rare!

[@tomriley5790]

Thanks for a lovely video! Would love to be out on the Fells more myself, this is the next best thing :-)!

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Tom, hope you can get out soon ⛰️

[@TheTopG420]

Goin wild camping around England 2nd week in August stop by lake district first night done skye last year it was beautiful the rain was straight down my wife loves the rain ❤🦄🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@FablesandFells]

Sounds great 🙏🏼

[@christopherkn917]

Awesome 👌

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching ⛰️

[@ntsms69]

Great content, very calming and therapeutic. The combination of great footage, music and your calm voice, combines brilliantly to depict The Lake District.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much, it's such a special landscape.

[@klausmcclean3369]

Another beautifully made video, thank you Chloe. Your love of the Lake District really comes across..

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@johnfrew9032]

Your never alone your documentation is amazing I feel your passion for great outdoors keep being you love it

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you so much John 🙏🏼

[@steuk26]

Always love the tones in your videos, great video of the Lakes and beautifully captured😍 well done Chloe👏👌

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊

[@jiltedjohn9294]

Love your videos, why you haven't got 100k + subscribers is beyond me.

[@FablesandFells]

Haha thanks, I've actually lost subscribers on this 😅🤷🏻‍♀️

[@johnreyes1749]

Beautifully done video Chole💕solitude can be stress relief and especially with today’s world, just being alone sometimes is so therapeutic😉again the work you put into this video is remarkable but also rewarding. Thank you Chole for sharing💐

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks so much John 🙏🏼 It's definitely much needed!

[@thomasskinner240]

Lovely video

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks Thomas!

[@davemassingham2096]

Looking forward to it 😊😊😊

[@FablesandFells]

Hope you like it ⛺

[@hobbithikingnz8321]

I love solo hiking and camping, the list of pros is huge! You can stop and admire butterflies and not rush. I'll look forward to your next beautiful adventure 😊

[@FablesandFells]

Yes it's so nice to just wander around sometime instead of do a specific hiking route.

[@foreverirish132]

This looked like bliss ⛰️ ⛰️⛰️

[@FablesandFells]

It was a stunning camp 🙏🏼

[@abigailsmith48]

Beautiful video. The clouds rolling across the landscape looked wonderful. Thank you for sharing your adventures. Lovely to see Cam at the end, too! 😊

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks, couldn't disappoint people too much 😅🐶

[@TheMrSpoons]

Such breath taking scenery. You never fail to convey the true beauty of the lakes within your videos. I absolutely love the drone footage as well. Thank you. 😊😍

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊 Glad you enjoyed it.

[@GrimLordofOregon]

Thank you for the footage of the breath-taking scenery.

[@FablesandFells]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@livechangechallenge]

It look absolutely other worldly up there, beautiful and you’ve captured the magic of it so well!

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you 😊 It really did feel it when I was up there!

[@lwosijk]

Just discovered your channel. Magical.

[@FablesandFells]

Thank you for stopping by ✨

[@robandrews9165]

Crikey, just what I needed, that landscape ❤

[@FablesandFells]

Glad you enjoyed seeing it ⛰️

[@robandrews9165]

@@FablesandFells was incredible, thank you ☺️

[@cumbriannorseman2814]

Another stunning video,it's like visual meditation.Makes me feel so lucky to live in the lake district.

[@FablesandFells]

Ahh that's a nice way of putting it, thanks. So lucky!

[@Roma-ACDC]

👍