Our first Lake District meet of year takes us to the slopes of the Old Man. Situated near the old Coniston copper mines we'll be staying at the Yorkshire Mountaineering Club hut.
https://www.theymc.org.uk/hut-page/the-hut-
Walking
There is ample opportunity for hiking from the door of the hut. The Old Man of Coniston is a must if you've not been before (there is some phenomenal scrambles too), but there's plenty of other Wainwrights in the vicinity. For those not looking to summit peaks the lowland walk to Tarn Hows is beautiful, and Cathedral Cave is worth an explore.
The Old Man often has snow on the tops at this time of year (fingers crossed!)
If you have a car then pretty much everywhere is accessible.
Climbing
Dow Crag is famous for trad climbing, and Langdale is just round the corner. I don't think the Lakes needs any introduction to just how much climbing is available.
We are staying one mile from the village of Coniston which is host to the wonderful Black Bull pub, where you can grab a Bluebird or four. There are multiple pubs all serving food and there's a small Co-op in the village.
I tend to cook a communal meal at hut meets for anyone who wants to get involved!
It promises to be a cracker so don't hesitate to sign up when bookings open. Message me for any details.