From Kings Head Hotel, Thirlspot (A591 South of Keswick) walked to 650m on North branch of Brund Gill, skinned to Raise summit (883m), descended to Lake District Ski Club hut - 'Riffugio Bernie' for lunch, returned the same route.

Freezing at valley level when we set off and not much above in the afternoon. Fairly bright day, harsh wind chill, a few light snow flurries.

Snow cover limited to higher eastern fells, seams elsewhere, limited touring potential at present, good drift in Savages Gully, no lower tow track, good descent to west of Raise, narrow lower, all snow firm and grippy, great to be out for the first tour of the season and hey it is only November.

Dave & Debbie