Riverside Walking at its best The Lake District may be the queen of lakeside walks well but nowhere does pleasant strolls alongside a river or hill stream better than the Dales . There are very few standing areas of water in the Dales but plenty of fast and slow flowing rivers. Each dale has its own river, full of character and history. If you would like… August 21, 2020 7:13 pm
Lake District Classic Walks Visiting the Lake District for many is all about big days on the fells. The area is fortunately blessed with some wonderful and world famous circuits. long but satisfying days on the high mountains. These are my favourite 10, in no particular order. 1. Pillar and the Mosedale Horseshoe 8.5 miles, includes 5 (or 6)… August 1, 2020 12:55 pm
20 Hidden Gems-Walks I love walking away from the crowds, exploring by myself and finding some ‘Hidden Gems’-Walks. Avoid Malham and Horton, the central spine of the Lakes and the Yorkshire Coast and there are some absolute crackers just waiting for you to discover. You may not see a soul all day on these walks and if you… June 10, 2020 9:28 am
My Favourite Mountains (in the UK) How many times have you sat around and discussed the best mountains or hills in Britain? Certainly I have. My favourite mountains are not necessarily the ‘best’ but more a personal view. They are the mountains and hills that I have enjoyed clibing more than others for a variety of reasons. They cover most of… April 1, 2019 10:59 am
Special Lakeside Walks Walking in the winter months in the Lake District is as good as it gets. On a crisp clear day the low light and autumnal colours give a special days walking even when the higher fells are covered in cloud or snow. I have listed my 10 favourite Lakeside walks for such an occasion! Not… October 4, 2017 7:34 pm
Walks in the extended YD National Park The news (seemingly!) that the National Parks of the Lake District and more significantly the Yorkshire Dales will increase in size to support more areas of our lovely landscape is surely a benefit for all who live and visit the area. Putting aside for a moment how this will be funded (lets not hold our… January 5, 2016 9:59 am
