Burtholme walks
Gelt wood
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A gorgeous circular walk to discover gelt wood and the river Gelt. Dog friendly walk.
Talkin Head and Simmerson Hill from Talkin village
![Talkin Head and Simmerson Hill from Talkin village Talkin Head and Simmerson Hill from Talkin village](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-cairns-en-haut-du-sommet-visorando-350199.jpg)
Dog friendly circular walk in the North Pennines AONB. View from the top of Talkin Fell is breathtaking with its series of cairns.
South Tyne Trail - Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct
Dog friendly circular walk from Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct via the South Tyne Trail.
Haltwhistle
![Haltwhistle Haltwhistle](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-caravan-park-visorando-273543.jpg)
Circular walk near the river and railway. It goes close to two farms where plenty of farm animals are on view. Towards the end of the walk, you will see the remains of Bellister Castle on your right. It's a National Trust site.
Hadrian's Wall from Steel Rigg
This walk covers a section of Hadrian's Wall. Starting from Steel Rigg, Northumbria National Park, the route includes a visit to Housesteads Fort and the dramatic scenery of Hotbank Crags and Crag Lough. The route along the wall has many ups and downs but does provide you with a chance to walk in the footsteps of the Roman Legions.
Hadrian Wall and the Sycamore Gap
Lovely walk along the Hadrian's wall to see the famous sycamore gap and its tree. Dog-friendly walk.
Peel Crags & Winshield Crags from Vindolanda
![Peel Crags & Winshield Crags from Vindolanda Peel Crags & Winshield Crags from Vindolanda](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-famous-type-pic-visorando-261843.jpg)
This Northumbria walk explores one of the more dramatic sections of Hadrian's Wall and also includes Vindolanda Roman Fort. This walk can also be undetaken using the Hadrian's Wall bus service AD122 which runs from April through to September.
Eden trail
Circular walk following the Eden trail. The walk is passing by King Edward Monument and following the entry of the estuary before going back inland. Dog friendly.
Long Meg and Raven Beck
![Long Meg and Raven Beck Long Meg and Raven Beck](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-long-meg-and-her-daughters-stone-circle-visorando-390866.jpg)
Dog friendly circular walk from the village of Kirkoswald to the stone circle of Long Meg and her Daughters.
Cragend and Crow Crags from Housesteads
This Northumberland walk includes Hadrian's Wall and the Pennine Way. The route crosses some rough ground which can be rather boggy after heavy rain.
Housesteads Roman Fort and
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An easy circular walk with the option to explore the Roman fort at Housesteads. The walk takes in some of the best preserved sections of the wall with great views over the dramatic landscape.
Allen Banks and Staward Peel
Great dog friendly circular walk following the river Allen and passing by the remains of Staward Peel. Gorgeous views of the surrounding valley from the path around Staward Peel.
From Mayburgh Henge to Brougham Castle
![From Mayburgh Henge to Brougham Castle From Mayburgh Henge to Brougham Castle](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-brougham-castle-visorando-462036.jpg)
This flat, linear walk will allow you to discover some English Heritage with Mayburgh Henge and Brougham Castle while enjoying a riverside walk along River Eamont. Nearby you can also visit King Arthur's Round Table.
Knock Fell
![Knock Fell Knock Fell](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-info-board-visorando-108199.jpg)
A circular walk dominated throughout by the giant golf ball that is the radar station at Great Dunn Fell. You will use some good roads, some tracks and the Pennine Way on this walk.
It is worth downloading the Knock Geotrail leaflet from the link I have listed below as it provides more information on the geology of the area than given in my description. Similarly, you could follow the link to the Discover Britain webpage and learn about the Helm Wind which is particular to the Cross Fell area.
Bowscale & Mosedale
A virtually level farmland and mossland stroll through two pretty Lakeland hamlets with views of Carrock Fell and beyond.
Blencathra
Circular route up to the Saddleback of Blencathra. The route follows some of the easier routes on this iconic fell; the
still-considerable effort is rewarded with dramatic mountain views.
Souther Fell
The broad ridge of Souther Fell gives excellent views of Blencathra and more distantly over the Vale of Eden to the North Pennines.
Rough Rigg to Cow Green - Durham Round Trail
The 13th section of the Durham Round Trail is short and can easily be added to the previous section. The section starts with a walk down through fields which affords good views of the surrounding land. The route then climbs again across farmland and moorland until it reaches Cow Green Reservoir.
Dunmallard Hill Settlement, Pooley Hill
![Dunmallard Hill Settlement, Pooley Hill Dunmallard Hill Settlement, Pooley Hill](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-view-of-river-eamont-visorando-467778.jpg)
This circular walk brings you along River Eamont before going up into the woodlands around Dunmallard Hill. On the way enjoy views of the countryside and over Ullswater loch.
Cauldron Snout from Cow Green Reservoir
An easy walk in the North Pennines this walk visits one of the waterfalls on the upper Tees. The walk can easily be extended to visit the limestone crags of Falcon Clints by using the Pennine Way.
Cow Green Reservoir to Langdon Beck - Durham Round Trail
The 14th section of the walk begins at Cow Green Reservoir and passes the impressive Cauldron's Snout before joining the Teesdale Way for a while along the banks of the River Tees
High Cup Nick from Cow Green Reservoir
![High Cup Nick from Cow Green Reservoir High Cup Nick from Cow Green Reservoir](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-dramatic-view-from-high-cup-nick-a-different-day-hikideas-66421.jpg)
This is a fairly undemanding walk through a wild North Pennine landscape. The route visits two outstanding natural features - High Cup Nick and Cauldron Snout - using a section of the Pennine Way. There are no route finding issues even in poor visibility.
Blencathra via Sharp Edge from Scales
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Sharp Edge is the highlight of this Lake District walk to Blencathra's highest point at Hallsfell Top. Sharp Edge is challenging mountain environment and needs treating with respect. The views from the Top are stunning covering most of the Lake District's highest fells.
Langdon Beck Hotel : High Hurth Edge and the Upper Tees Valley
Circular walk passing by High Hurth Edge and the Upper Tees Valley.
Langdon Beck to Bowlees - Durham Round Trail
The 15th section of the Durham Round Trail follows the River Tees downstream past the stunning High Force waterfall to the visitor centre in Bowlees. This is one of the most picturesque stretches of the River Tees as it passes through County Durham.
Circular walk to Latrigg summit
Lovely family friendly circular walk passing by Latrigg summit and Brundholme Wood. This is dog friendly walk.
YHA hopping in the Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Black Sail
The YHA is a great institution and I guess most fell walkers have stayed at a hostel at some time in their lives. Funny how they were created "to help all, especially young people of limited means, to greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, particularly by providing hostels or other simple accommodation for them on their travels". Here's a collection of routes starting and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. There are 6 Wainwrights, 1 lake, 3 tarns and a ferry.
YHA hopping in the Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Ennerdale
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The YHA is a great institution and I guess most fell walkers have stayed at a hostel at some time in their lives. They were created "to help all, especially young people of limited means, to a greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, particularly by providing hostels or other simple accommodation for them on their travels". Here's a collection of routes starting and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way there are 10 Wainwrights, 1 lake, 3 tarns and a ferry.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Borrowdale
![YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Borrowdale YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Borrowdale](https://www.visorando.com/images/thumbnail/t-yha-borrowdale-visorando-114828.jpg)
The YHA is a great institution and I guess most fell walkers have stayed at a hostel at some time in their lives. They were created "to help all, especially young people of limited means, to a greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, particularly by providing hostels or other simple accommodation for them on their travels". Here's a collection of routes starting and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way there are 3 Wainwrights,a ferry and 1 pub.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Grasmere
The YHA is a great institution and I guess most fell walkers have stayed at a hostel at some time in their lives. They were created "to help all, especially young people of limited means, to a greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, particularly by providing hostels or other simple accommodation for them on their travels". Here's a collection of routes starting or finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way are 9 Wainwrights, 2 tarns, and 1 pub.
Lattrig from Keswick
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At 368m (1207ft), Lattrig is one of the lowest fells in the Lake District. However, the views from the summit are unrivalled and that’s what makes it such a popular climb. This route takes you steeply uphill through both Lattrig and Bruntholme Woods before an easy ascent to the Viewpoint.
Shores of Derwentwater from Keswick
A linear Lake District walk that follows the shore of Derwentwater south from Keswick to Lodore landing stage. The return to Keswick uses the seasonal launces on Derwentwater.
Around Derwent water
This dog-friendly walk is one of the most famous in the Keswick area. It is low-level with a small ascent and a great view of the surrounding summits.
Walla Crag, Bleaberry Fell and Ashness Bridge
Great circular walk with gorgeous views of Derwent water and Keswick. Two Wainwright summits (Walla Crag and Bleaberry fell) and the famous Ashness bridge. Dog friendly.
Cat Bells summit
Cat Bells summit is one of the easiest Wainwright summits to do. It is perfect for a family day out; however during summer months this walk is very popular. Dog friendly walk.
Catbells, Dale Head and Hindscarth - The Newlands Horseshoe
A rewarding Lake District walk of the highest calibre. The Horseshoe route takes in all the peaks on either side of the Newlands Valley and offers some wonderful walking and superb views throughout.
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