Head of Haweswater The Head of Haweswater walk circles the valley head,starting with a rocky climb past the idyllic Small Water. The return heads south east over the lesser visited peaks of Harter Fell, Branstree and Selside Pike. The Walk Haweswater is a good base for a climb of the eastern fells. The walking tends to be shorter 5 Rating: Difficult walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 740m Elevation: 740m / 2427ft
Discover the Upper Esk On leaving the road in Eskdale as it heads towards Hard Knott you enter a new world and discover the Upper Esk. The tumbling river, steep mountains and lack of people make this an extremely enjoyable area to walk in. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 343m Elevation: 343m / 1125ft
Eel Tarn in Eskdale For a short walk in to some rugged, quiet, typical Lakeland scenery look no further than Eel Tarn in Eskdale. Start from Boot and climb steadily through the bracken to Eel Tarn, continuing to Stony Tarn if you wish. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 240m Elevation: 240m / 787ft
Dow Crag via Seathwaite Tarn Starting from the Duddon Valley the walk heads towards the Coniston Fells via Seathwaite Tarn. From here climb the steep slopes to Dow Crag and enjoy the wonderful views along its grassy ridge. 5 Rating: Difficult walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 670m Elevation: 670m / 2198ft
Dacre and Dalemain To the north east of Poolety Bridge lie the quiet area of Dacre and Dalemain House. Dalemain House is a lovely building and Dacre an interesting village set in rolling countryside. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 119m Elevation: 119m / 390ft
Fells over the Duddon Valley The Fells over the Duddon Valley are a series of rocky knolls and hidden tarns situated between the Duddon River itself and the A593 near Broughton Mills. It is quiet and appealing, I love it. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 297m Elevation: 297m / 974ft
The Northern Fells A walk in the Northern Fells offers a genuine feel of Scottish remoteness. This is mainly due to the rolling fells and steep valleys which characterise the area. It is easy to pick off some rarely visited Wainwrights. 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 11mi Distance: 11 miles / 17.6 km 622m Elevation: 622m / 2040ft
Beatrix Potter Country Between Windermere and Coniston is an area of lowland tarns and woodland known as Beatrix Potter Country. It is where she lived and was happiest. Claiffe Heights is the high point and a challenge to find. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 208m Elevation: 208m / 682ft
Kentmere and Troutbeck Walking in the remote country between Kentmere and Troutbeck is a real pleasure. It is a peaceful walk where the miles tend to slip by. The views are good and I ended up with a real feel of well being. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 386m Elevation: 386m / 1266ft
The Other Borrowdale The ‘Other’ Borrowdale is situated near Tebay on the M6 (sounds great!). However the walk goes through a unspoilt valley and returns via the rolling countryside on its north side. Amongst other things there are interesting views of the M6! 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 408m Elevation: 408m / 1338ft
From Arnside to Silverdale A pretty coastal walk from Arnside to Silverdale with a return inland. The beach path has some good views across Morecambe Bay to the southern lakes and the village of Silverdale is worth exploring. 1 Rating: Easier walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 192m Elevation: 192m / 629ft
Whitbarrow, South Lakes The long north south ridge of Whitbarrow stands out on the drive along the A590 South Lakes. It is limestone bedrock offering a distinctive profile. The walk along the ridge has some excellent views. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 435m Elevation: 435m / 1427ft