Quote Originally Posted by Travs View Post
I have descended that alternative route you suggest, down to the ford. Not sure what difference it makes when ascending though.

Quickest route (in my opinion) is to go further down the Caldew and cross between Blackhazel Beck and White Gill, and climb the NNE shoulder of Mungrisedale Common. You fairly quickly pick up a trod here which continues all the way up towards the screes immediately below Blencathra. It is pretty much all runnable if you're capable.

I made up a lot of time on this section over those who took alternative routes.
Hey thanks for the tip. I'll check that out next time I'm in the area.