Gelt wood
Departure from Hayton (Cumberland)
A gorgeous circular walk to discover gelt wood and the river Gelt. Dog friendly walk.
Talkin Head and Simmerson Hill from Talkin village
Departure from Hayton (Cumberland)
Dog friendly circular walk in the North Pennines AONB. View from the top of Talkin Fell is breathtaking with its series of cairns.
Long Meg and Raven Beck
Departure from Kirkoswald (Westmorland and Furness)
Dog friendly circular walk from the village of Kirkoswald to the stone circle of Long Meg and her Daughters.
Eden trail
Departure from Burgh by Sands (Cumberland)
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.
South Tyne Trail - Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct
Departure from Featherstone (Northumberland)
Dog friendly circular walk from Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct via the South Tyne Trail.
Carrock Fell
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
Great walk to Carrock Fell. The path to the summit is very steep but short. A bit of scrambling to reach the summit.
Bowscale & Mosedale
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
A virtually level farmland and mossland stroll through two pretty Lakeland hamlets with views of Carrock Fell and beyond.
Blencathra
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
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
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
The broad ridge of Souther Fell gives excellent views of Blencathra and more distantly over the Vale of Eden to the North Pennines.
From Mayburgh Henge to Brougham Castle
Departure from Yanwath and Eamont Bridge (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Orthwaite
Departure from Ireby and Uldale (Cumberland)
Nice circular walk from Orthwaite village around Little Cockup and Great Cockup. This path is not really popular. Dog friendly.
⚠️Good navigation skill is needed as the path is not visible the entire walk.
Dunmallard Hill Settlement, Pooley Hill
Departure from Dacre (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Binsey Wainwright from Binsey Lodge, Lake District UK
Departure from Ireby and Uldale (Cumberland)
A quick sunset walk up to Binsey Wainwright in the Lake District. With lovely views looking towards the Skiddaw range and Bassenthwaite.
Blencathra via Sharp Edge from Scales
Departure from Threlkeld (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Knock Fell
Departure from Long Marton (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Lonscale Fell
Departure from Underskiddaw (Cumberland)
Great walk to Lonscale Pike.
⚠️ Steep ascent between section (1) and (2) that can be challenging.
Circular walk to Latrigg summit
Departure from Underskiddaw (Cumberland)
Lovely family friendly circular walk passing by Latrigg summit and Brundholme Wood. This is dog friendly walk.
Gowbarrow Fell via Aira Force
Departure from Matterdale (Westmorland and Furness)
A short and interesting walk to the top of Gowbarrow Fell via Aira Force. This is an out and return walk but uses paths on either side of Aira Beck to maintain interest and give different views of the waterfalls and cascades. It is useful for a short weather window if you want to stretch your legs and you get a couple of hours of dry weather between the rain. (A longer walk around the fell is also available here.)
Extended Sandbed Gill trail in Dodd Wood
Departure from Underskiddaw (Cumberland)
Dog-friendly circular walk following the Sandbed Gill trail in Dodd Wood and extended to go around the summit of Watches. Beautiful views of Bassenthwaite lake.
Along Keswick old railway line
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
Easy circular walk along the Keswick old railway line and back by the bottom of Latrigg summit. Amazing view of Keswick along the way. Dog friendly and pushchair / wheelchair friendly until the waypoint (1).
YHA hopping in the Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Ennerdale
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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 Black Sail
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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 Grasmere
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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.
Under Starry Skies - Friar's Crag
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
This is such a short walk, but it serves a purpose. With International Astronomy Day falling on 12th October, this short stroll will take you to a local viewpoint very close to Keswick where you can leave the light pollution behind and watch the stars from this perfect spot.
Shores of Derwentwater from Keswick
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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
Departure from Borrowdale (Cumberland)
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
Departure from Borrowdale (Cumberland)
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.
Grisedale Peak
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Dog-friendly circular walk to Grisedale Pike summit. This walk was done clockwise; however anti-clockwise is better if you prefer a smoother descent.
Braithwaite to Thorwaite and Whinlatter Forest
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Short circular walk from Braithwaite passing by Whinlatter forest. Dog friendly.
Braithwaite to Keswick
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Low level circular walk from Braithwaite and passing by the side of Cat bells summit and Portinscale village. Dog friendly
Cat Bells, Maiden Moor and High Spy by Boat from Keswick!
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
In my opinion there is no better way to get to the start of the ascent of Cat Bells other than by boat. Catching the first ferry of the day will allow you to get to Hawes End without all the hassle of trying to find somewhere to park. The return ferry from Lodore Landing Stage is just as pleasant with fantastic views.
Parking: There are several places to park in Keswick but I like to park at the Lakeside Car Park near the Theatre by the Lake and the Landing Stages.
Cat Bells summit
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
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
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
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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