Backpacking UK - 3 days Solo Wild Camping in the Lake District

I'm spending 3 days in the wild backpacking in the UK. I've chosen the Lake District as my wild camping destination. The plan is to do some serious hiking taking in many of the Wainwright Fells in the glorious lake district national park. I'm solo wild camping so I've got all my wild camping gear with me as I need to be totally self-sufficient. Backpacking for 3 days won't be easily especially as I'll be camping in the rain and wind.
I'm using the Tarptent Scarp 1 as my backpacking tent. It's a 4 season tent that can withstand all sorts of conditions including wild camping in heavy rain and strong winds.
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My wild camp spot was Angle Tarn at 479 metres above sea level. This is a very popular wild camping spot, especially in summer. Is an absolutely stunning solo camping spot.
The Wainwrights in Part 1 include:
Stony Cove Pike
Thornthwaite Crag
High Street
The Knott
Rest Dodd
These are part of the Far Eastern Fells in the Lake District.
Part of hiking the Wainwright Fells is to show you what you can achieve when out backpacking. Hiking with a heavy backpack bag isn't easy but it can be done with a little perseverance and determination.
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Thanks, Andy.
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[@Grez537]

What an amazing video. Packed full of content. This is something I’m looking to do in the future. Hopefully with better weather. Helped me with info and ideas. Keep up the good work. All the best!

[@BackpackingUK]

Definitely watch Day 2, the weather was much better 🙌 and it’ll give you many more ideas 💡

[@peterdallyn6440]

99💸

[@albion2742]

That opening scene brings back memories from 1949-50 for me. We spent 14 days motorcycle and sidecar camping in the lakes, It rained 9 out of 14 but great memories. the old pub is still there. Thanks from a Londoner now living in the USA.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks for sharing, I don't think the weather has changed!

[@richardb7726]

Enjoyed the vid, thanks. on kit - here goes, you asked!! Each to his own, but 16kgs is a lot for 3 nights, even with a biggish tent. I personally would carry less kit, I wear one set of clothes and carry one dry set to change into at night. Whatever you put on is going to be sweaty after 10 minutes, so just get used to it, it’s only the first minute or so anyway. merino wool is best though. My dry clothes Include a light quilted jacket, leggings, socks and t shirt. Merino wool. perhaps also a dry set of socks for the morning. I wear trail shoes so socks get damp quickly ( waterproof socks in winter) but there is something great about having nice clean socks at night/setting off. As a rule sheep don’t seem to mind if your not wearing deodorant when you walk past. So, I only carry toothpaste, small bottle of hand wash/soap and biodegradable wet wipes. Also as I do not intend to get a bullet wound, cut someone’s clothing off or perform minor surgery, I reduce my first aid kit down, to Imodium tablets, ibuprofen etc, compeed, plasters and a small bandage. I have some experience in first aid etc. it’s not what you carry it’s the knowledge of what to do with it that’s important. On that note consider a first aid and map reading course. They are quite good fun. Did one years and years ago. Summer mountain leader courses are a good place to start Somethings I would take, which you didn’t appear to have: OMM chest pouch - brilliant bit of kit, very handy A buff - versatile and makes an amazing difference in warmth A small bungy cord, for washing line in tent and weather permitting on the rucksack Recommend reading The Book of the Bivvy by Ronald Turnbull. Great book but might give you some ideas on going lightweight There you go - you did ask for comments!

[@waxman4207]

Absolutely spot on critique.

[@waxman4207]

Great vid. However, my mantra is, as others have expressed, the more weight you carry, the more you'll enjoy your camping. The less weight you carry, the more you'll enjoy your walking. Backpacking is about enjoying the walking as opposed to wildcamping, enjoying your camping (overnight)

[@traceyevans6412]

Great video as ever, Andy. I did my first two wild camps in the Lakes this summer and loved it. Haven’t got the right gear to do it this time of year or the nav skills so living vicariously through you until I can fix both shortcomings!

[@johnywaffle1365]

Enjoyed that. Thanks for putting yourself through it for us

[@BackpackingUK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@walkandcamp]

Great stuff. Looking forward to part 2 Andy.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@andykeast8920]

Some excellent tips. Thanks Andy. The simple tips about not inflating the pillow and mat seems obvious but it’s a real help.

[@tyroloutdoor]

Brilliant video, enjoyed every second! Thanks Andy! 🤙

[@BackpackingUK]

Awesome, thank you!

[@hikesome]

Another wonderful adventure. Looks great out there. Lake District must be an amazing area for hiking. Nice one.

[@BackpackingUK]

It's a paradise for hikers and backpackers. Challenging but not too dangerous. My Day 2 video will show off the scenery much better!

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

What a great and beautiful video.I enjoyed it very much. Wonderful adventure. Have a great sunday

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@novembersierra6041]

This is a great vid very inspirational !

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 🙏

[@ervinslens]

This looks gorgeous, outstanding wilderness! Simply enjoyable content my friend!

[@BackpackingUK]

Wait for Day 2, it’s just stunning!

[@unicorncup]

@@BackpackingUK when will day 2 be?

[@oscartravis5740]

Blimey, so much gear in that pack! I did 2 nights a while ago and managed to get my gear down to 7kg full pack weight in a 42 litre rucksack by ditching all the extraneous crap I used to bring "just in case" but never ever used

[@lh9888]

Great video, looks like a proper adventure!!

[@BackpackingUK]

It really was, that bit more time in the wild makes all the difference.

[@neilgirling1798]

Enjoyable watch, love the footage, and the kit intro in which you use, 👍

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@TimberrlandOutdoors]

Informative channel and video , great job my friend , best regards from a swedish camper 🌲

[@markatchison9974]

Great video. Nature can be quite challenging up on the Cumbrian fells, but if you take it on, it rewards you mentally with a lot of wholesome food for the future. Even terrible conditions are refreshing.

[@BackpackingUK]

Totally agree!

[@jimtilbrook4635]

I’ve just received my Big Agnes Rapid SL reg/wide sleep mat for my next wild camp adventure. Excellent stuff Andy really enjoyed watching .

[@BackpackingUK]

You won’t be disappointed!

[@AndyWragg]

Hi Andy, Seen quite a few of your gear reviews lately (whilst I've been researching gear to replace my budget/surplus gear) and this is the first series I've watched where you are actually out using the stuff. Fair play mate, subbed.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@craigmorris6306]

Awesome mate really enjoyed this take care

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers 👍

[@Bokooda]

Loving the 'full length' use-all-my-camping-gear format

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@jackscott2840]

Great video. Really enjoy watching your videos - full of information! Look forward to getting away to the South Downs at the end of the month!! 😁

[@BackpackingUK]

My Auntie used to live down there, it's a really nice place to be!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Very informative Andy and your enthusiasm shines through all day long. Keep up the great work and keep on creating the fab content buddy. I never FF'd it from the start to the finish ( audience retention stats - lol ) and more importantly I respect the fact that you reply to all of your comments unlike the other "Full time" KZbinrs who are too busy to acknowledge the people who watch their content. I hope your channel gets the just rewards it deserves. Part two here we come .....

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@noreenhall646]

I'm from there and it's beautiful whatever you do, very good video ,enjoy

[@BackpackingUK]

Very jealous, I'd love to live up there.

[@no_soy_rubio]

Nice, 3 days is usually the right amount for me on a wild camping trip. I'm looking forward to a shower and bed by that point 😆 thanks for going through everything you do to prepare and all the stuff you take - amazing how good a simple chocolate pudding can be when outside!

[@BackpackingUK]

Haha I know what you mean. I think you get the best of both worlds with 3 days!

[@cerezo88]

Well done G

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@adge_ventures4915]

Great route that Andy. The blast up to thornthwaite crag is a belter 😂 Looking forward to the next part 😌 Adge.

[@BackpackingUK]

It's ever more of a belter in gale force winds! 😩 😂😂😂

[@mikewanders]

Some serious wind! Great video

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@bernardscott1783]

Very inspiring mate

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 🙏

[@dawngriffiths6804]

Epic thru-hike! Well done braving the weather! Really would like to have a go at the Wainwrights you tackled. Can't find video 2!? Looked in your playlist and it doesn't seem to be there? Really wanted to know your next route please. Tx 🙏🏾

[@BackpackingUK]

Part 2 will be released this weekend. It takes forever to edit these!

[@anonymousclock8570]

Good filming

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@F3ARxRAMBO]

Keep up the good work 🤙🏻👌🏻

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks, will do!

[@blackmountainadventures]

New sub from me buddy. Love to watch the multi day adventures, as you said it’s easy to head out just for the night with the safety of your vehicle not so far away. I think you said 16kg!!! Jesus that must have been back breaking. I think I was about 8kg for four day’s three nights 56 miles over the Cambrians. Trekking poles are a necessity when doing any kind of distance hikes for me especially descending, life savers. You camped at some stunning locations and put up with some brutal weather conditions. Look forward to your next adventure. ATB Lee Black Mountain Adventures 🙌

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers Lee! It's so hard travelling light when the forecast is poor so I had no choice but to take lots with me. Bizarrely, I got used to the weight quite quickly. I only ever noticed it once I stopped and put the bag on again.

[@blackmountainadventures]

@@BackpackingUK you had the right kind of bag for that weight 👍

[@andrewmacaulay1585]

Just think if you guys had grizzly bears….mountain lions to livened things up abit….you carry bear spray for the aggressive sheep herds?😃 New Brunswick Canada 🇨🇦

[@BackpackingUK]

😂😂😂

[@ad4mpoole]

Great video

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers 👍

[@DDLovett]

Brilliant mate. What an insight into hard backpacking loadout. Have you done a loadout video on your motorcycle gear? I'm struggling to fit all my shizzle into my bike panniers as i want to delete the big ass drybag currently living on my rear seat and just use my 47litre topbox and my 35litre panniers. I take far too much stuff I am sure.

[@DarrenCureton]

Belter video, I have recently taken up hiking and wild camping, my first solo wild camp was at hard tarn walking to ruthwaite lodge from patterdale and then up to hard tarn from there. The plan was to go over helvellyn on the 2nd day but the weather was horrendous so it was back to patterdale to get changed in the car then drive home.

[@BackpackingUK]

Nice little secret tarn there! Not many people know how to reach it. You always need to have a Plan B in the Lakes!

[@lauriebloggs8391]

Thank you, indeed, full of content as has been said. I'm amazed you have managed to keep your weight down to 16.5 kgs especially with all you have carried, good stuff!

[@BackpackingUK]

A lot of people are saying it weighs far too much, but I personally think you've got to expect to carry that amount of gear for those conditions. I should add that includes 1.5L of water too.

[@lauriebloggs8391]

@@BackpackingUK Might be ok for the uber tech lightweight guys, but I'm around that just for a one nighter, lol!

[@martynbonanza]

I clicked like 40 seconds in - love it dude.

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers 👍. Wait for Day 2!!!

[@DDLovett]

I work in the lakes and now I can't look up at the mountains without wondering how many youtubers are up there.

[@BackpackingUK]

Not so much KZbinrs, it’s the Instagrammers!

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Great video 👍🙂

[@BackpackingUK]

Thank you 👍

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

@@BackpackingUK 👍🙂

[@jayh4255]

Andy. Great watch, new to your channel lad also a camper with hair(next day usually becomes hat day) some great views just binged all 3 in the series Q. what's the grey hoodie you've got on in the opening clip? Love grid fleece clothing 😂 Keep the content coming dude

[@BackpackingUK]

It’s a Mountain Equipment Jacket (it’s really a fleece!).

[@grahamscothern4319]

Nice one Andy what a great adventure. Can’t wait for you next instalment. What base layers do you use ? I was looking at Rab ones look great but lots of money. Do you think it worth investing in quality base layers ? Atb Graham

[@BackpackingUK]

I’d say 100% get Merino or Bamboo base layers but don’t worry about the brand.

[@bobbybouchey4122]

Seen bushman and blue do 12 mile in 14 hours and 10 peaks lol.

[@Ponk07]

Great video Andy! Few questions about the Scarp 1 (I’m thinking of getting one): does it come with that little yellow bungee cord loop that the crossing poles go through at the top of the tent? Also, what length guy lines did you use for the sides of the tent? I know the standard Scarp 1 doesn’t include them. Thanks!

[@BackpackingUK]

The loop on top is an extra and it stops the crossing poles wearing away the main hoop material. I'm not sure of the length of the guy lines but they're always longer than you think so start long!

[@arthurrsaker8893]

Good to hear the importance you attache to safety in your load -out choices Andy, because if you have to bail, for whatever reason, you are more likely to get out unharmed and in good shape mentally to try again another day.. Good vidi buddy, nice to listen to your comments without your words being obliterated by the idiot noise of what too often passes for a music soundtrack on so many You Tube offerings. Well done.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 🙏

[@karlbratby4349]

can I please ask the AKU boots, which model were they? im looking at the Superalp NBK or the Meindl Vakuum, thanks for the video, watched it twice now 😀😀

[@tobyhutchings4085]

great video! im looking to get a scarp 1 also - what length of reflective guylines did you get with it?

[@BackpackingUK]

Get the longest length lines!

[@adambarker9578]

How does the Big Agnes sleeping mat compare to your mountain equipment aerostat. I have been looking at both mats and I am unsure which one to get? thanks for the videos, keep them coming

[@BackpackingUK]

The Big Agnes mat genuinely much comfier. Warmth is about the same.

[@davidmoscrop3021]

Great video, and looking forward to the next chapter. I'm just starting my backpacking adventure (first walk out with my pack this weekend) and I have some of the same gear. Osprey AG65, Big Agnus Rapide SL and Jetboil Stash 👍

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks for watching. You've made some great gear choices there!

[@arnomilius]

Just as a suggestion, I would swop the food with the first aid kit. Well done bud good video

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@barrypanaretou9124]

Top video man honestly but as I am new to this why so many dry bags? Why not just get a waterproof backpack? Or is it maybe just an organisation thing?

[@BackpackingUK]

Waterproof covers on backpacks don’t really work plus they blow off easy in the wind. My dry bags are partly for organising and partly that it ensures nothing gets wet. It’s OTT for most trips but I knew the weather would be really bad for this trip and couldn’t afford for any of my gear to get wet.

[@barrypanaretou9124]

@@BackpackingUK Thanks for the explanation buddy I am really enjoying your channel and it is helping me make the correct purchases. Keep up the great work Andy. 👍🏼

[@x8holly8x]

Great video! I'm hoping to start doing wild camping, I thought it was illegal in England though without the permission of the land owner? Do you just do it anyway and make sure to move any trace of yourself?

[@BackpackingUK]

Yes, it is illegal in theory. Dart moor and Scotland are the only legal places. Stay out of everyone’s way and leave no trace and you should be ok.

[@krispell8174]

I have the same pack and was going to invest in the bladder. Where about’s does it fit in the pack? Just the little pocket in the back or do you have it hanging out the back between the pack and anti gravity system? Thanks

[@BackpackingUK]

Inside the back 👍

[@skelts19]

Hi, great video. Does the % rain mean chance of rain or % of the area that may get rain?

[@BackpackingUK]

Great question, I'll try and find out.

[@earlebacciochi9796]

EXCELLENT ADVENTURE 👍 Eccles Cakes good 😋 But Rich Fruit Cake better ❤

[@BackpackingUK]

I had a couple of Soreen's too!

[@harryblanchette3514]

Me and my wife are going here Saturday for our first wild camp, few questions where did u park? And also where would u suggest to camp ? Thanks harry

[@BackpackingUK]

If you want to camp at Angle Tarn the easier route is up from Rooking / Patterdale.

[@sampass]

Hi do you use the water filtration for all your water ? Or do you take some with you ? Also what do you do for lunches for please . Cheers

[@BackpackingUK]

I used my new Lifestraw filtration device (a bit like a Sawyer Squeeze). However, I started with 1.5 liters of tap water from home. Lunches was a mixture of packet food, flapjack and Eccles cakes.

[@sampass]

@@BackpackingUK awesome thank you

[@stevew585]

This is awesome, I was wondering how much water to take on a two day solo, no water sources nearby either,?

[@BackpackingUK]

I can get away with taking very little. However, my mates go through 2-3 times as much as me!

[@stevew585]

@@BackpackingUK I just brought that sleeping mat, going to try it this week on Mam Tor! :}

[@BackpackingUK]

That sleeping mat is 10/10 and I really mean it!

[@stevew585]

@@BackpackingUK Oh great! I did a ton of research before I brought it, wish I had of gone for the wide though...lol

[@iwillflru2]

what date was you camping at angletarn? pretty sure them 3 camping near you was me, my brother and mate haha. we was there 08/10/22

[@BackpackingUK]

I was there Thursday night into Friday morning. Did one of you have a bright orange tent?

[@iwillflru2]

Ahh right so you was there 2 days before us, must of been someone else.. Fantastic spot to camp! Great video btw

[@anojamunasingha9343]

I am not sure how much I can actually carry as I haven’t done wild camping before and would like to though.what would you advise?

[@BackpackingUK]

That’s a tricky one and one that’s almost impossible to answer. If it’s summer camping you can get away with a much lighter load but unfortunately winter camping will always be heavy. If you’re worried about weight, just build up a lightweight set up right from the start.

[@steveoegan]

What happened to your mountain equipment aerostat mat?! Didn't like it in the end?

[@BackpackingUK]

It's still a great mat, I just wanted a wider mat. I move around a lot during the night and I kept falling off it, especially if there was a bit of a slope.

[@xXXDeadlyHavocXXx]

Hello sir is there anyway to get in contact with you regarding the logistics of Wild Camping, especially obtaining permission from the landowner and how you go about that? Thank you for your video!

[@BackpackingUK]

Unfortunately I cannot help you with that, I struggle myself. I, like most people out there, don't obtain the permission of the landowner. However, I make sure I camp as far away from people and animals as possible and leave no trace.

[@simonlattimer6148]

Can I ask who you bought the scarp tent through please bud? I'm after one.

[@BackpackingUK]

Tarptent! You can only buy from them. Just remember there’s VAT and Duty to pay on top of their prices plus the exchange rate.

[@simonlattimer6148]

@@BackpackingUK can I ask how much it eventually came to? As i I have tried to find out and couldn't get a straight answer. Thanks for reply and love the channel by the way!

[@g66-nguyettran82]

It’s such a great video! May I repost your channel to the platform named Gan Jing World which is full of clean and valuable videos? I will keep your videos as is for sure. Thank you!

[@BackpackingUK]

No problem, glad you like it!

[@BackpackingUK]

Hi, feel free to share Part 2 which is now 'live' on my channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y16afqqOit-La6c

[@bernardscott1783]

How heavy was your pack mate.??

[@BackpackingUK]

I think 16kg from memory. That included food and water.

[@bernardscott1783]

@@BackpackingUK thanks mate and keep them coming.💓👍

[@michaelwilcock9745]

At the risk of getting some crap. I’ve just watched the full video and I must say that if your 2 or 3 is anything or much worse than this I don’t know how you’ll survive. I don’t mean to be a Pratt but you seem to over dramatise for the sake of being on a camera. I get it’s your job to create content but just seemed forced, that everything was the pinacle and it couldn’t get any worse 🤷🏼‍♂️ you seem like a nice chap just try not to get too carried away by the camera lenses. Good luck for your future endeavours and to be fair I’ll still watch the rest of the series 👍🏻

[@lewisgardner1660]

Do you have a chest holder for your camera? Then we could see you doing the walk rather than you telling us

[@BackpackingUK]

The weather on Day 1 was too bad for scenic shots. Day 2 was much better!

[@lewisgardner1660]

Looking forward to seeing it mate

[@iamapopsicle9457]

Too much clothes. Merino will give you a few days before being too mankey. One extra jocks and socks ontop of your day clothes should be it I think.

[@BackpackingUK]

The main reason for 2 merino tops is because they hold moisture too well. Yes, they stays warm when they’re wet but I didn’t fancy putting on a damp top the next day. They dry quick but not when they’re cold and damp.

[@iamapopsicle9457]

Humandi to you too, whatever it means.

[@BackpackingUK]

😂😂😂

[@johnlongthorne4047]

R U Sure U never left any of the main names left out.

[@BackpackingUK]

Fairly sure 🤷🏻‍♂️ 😂 The weather was so bad I couldn’t take many scenic shots / videos so I only captured the summits.

[@ruskinyruskiny1611]

To much talking head. If you do need to show your face use small in frame shot. See Hiker Sheep and Bobo.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@ruskinyruskiny1611]

@@BackpackingUK Thanks for the video.

[@camperp195]

What was your packweight andy?

[@BackpackingUK]

16kg all-in including 1.5 litres of water.

[@camperp195]

@@BackpackingUK tip for you,regarding coffees,i use a small orange juice bottle,i put 8-10 coffee sachets in,then some sweetners(dont use sugar) and then some powdered milk,do the same for hot chocolate,just does away with seperate sachets,sugar,milk etc,and as you are only carrying a small bottle you do away with the rubbish that you have to carry,a small 200 ml bottle does at least 10 coffees 👍

[@BackpackingUK]

Great idea, thanks for sharing 👍