Free Walking Tool
Fell Walking Packing List
Tell us the season, the type of walk and how long you'll be out, and we'll build a tailored kit checklist for the Lake District — tick things off as you pack, saved right on your phone.
Choose one option from each row to build your list.
Your kit list
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Everything ticked — you're good to go. Have a great day on the fells!
This is a general guide, not a definitive list. Your own walk, fitness, group and the forecast may call for more (or different) kit. Always check the mountain weather before you set off. Full disclaimer
Disclaimer
This packing list is generated automatically from the options you choose and is provided free of charge for general guidance only, on an "as is" basis. It is a starting point, not a definitive or complete list of everything you may need.
Mountain conditions in the Lake District can change rapidly and vary enormously with altitude, season, weather and the specific route. The right equipment for your walk depends on factors this tool cannot know, including the forecast, your experience and fitness, the people you are with, and conditions underfoot. You are responsible for deciding what to take and for ensuring you have the skills to use it. Always check a mountain-specific weather forecast (such as MWIS) before setting out.
Carrying an item does not make an activity safe, and this list is not a substitute for proper planning, navigation skills, or appropriate training and experience. Use of this tool is entirely at your own risk.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, TheLakeDistrict.com accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss, injury, damage, delay, accident or inconvenience arising directly or indirectly from use of this tool or reliance on the information it provides. Nothing in this disclaimer excludes or limits any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.
Safety on the Fells
The mountains can be dangerous. Weather changes quickly. Be prepared before you set out.
- Plan Your Route: Choose a walk that matches your fitness and experience. Check the weather forecast specifically for the mountains (e.g., MWIS).
- Tell Someone: Let someone know your route and what time you expect to be back.
- Wear the Right Gear: Wear sturdy walking boots with good grip. Pack waterproof layers, a hat, and gloves, even on a sunny day.
- Navigate Properly: Carry a map and compass and know how to use them. A fully charged phone with a GPS app is a good backup, but don't rely on it.
- Pack Essentials: Take plenty of food and water, a torch (headtorch is best), a first-aid kit, and an emergency whistle and survival bag.
- In an Emergency: If you are lost or injured, dial 999 or 112 and ask for Police, then Mountain Rescue.
Essential OS Maps
A physical map and compass are essential for safety and navigation in the fells. These are the four Ordnance Survey Explorer maps that cover the entire Lake District National Park.
How It Works
How is the list put together?
It starts from the core essentials every walker should carry, then adds items based on your choices — more insulation and a survival bag for winter and the high fells, a helmet for scrambling, extra food and a torch for longer days, and overnight kit for multi-day trips. Items marked "essential" are the ones you really shouldn't leave behind.
Does it save what I've ticked?
Yes — your choices and every tick are stored in your browser on your own device, so you can pack over a few days. Nothing reaches our servers, and "Reset ticks" clears them whenever you like.
Does it work without signal?
Yes. Once the page has loaded everything runs in your browser, so you can do a final kit check at the trailhead even with no phone signal. You can also print the list or save it as a PDF.
Is this everything I need?
Treat it as a helpful checklist, not the final word. Your route, the forecast, your group and your own experience may call for extra or different kit. Always check the mountain weather and plan properly before you go.
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