Shorter Walks for All

Situated between Eskdale and the Duddon Valley is a delectable area of water, Devoke Water. It is a fisherman’s paradise, very quiet and surrounded by low lying hills. It is a special place. The Walk Hidden away on Birker Fell to the south of Eskdale lies Devoke Water. It is the domain of fishermen, bird

The walk over Latrigg and returning via the Keswick Old Railway is a must do for anyone staying at Keswick. It includes an easy hill to climb which is more than compensated by the outstanding views. Returning via the Old Railway is an easy and interesting end to the walk. The Walk The first section

The summit of Latterbarrow is an excellent place to view the Coniston fells and much of the south western Lakes. Climbing Latterbarrow from Hawkshead is, in itself, very straightforward on a very good path. The Walk 803′. For many years I never realised that there was an excellent short walk near Hawkshead. Climbing Latterbarrow was

The Langdale Valley is ringed by spectacular hikes up to the mountains. The best are listed below. However this walk takes you along the beautiful valley floor between Elterwater and the New Dubngeon Ghyll Hotel. Good walking along Great Langdale Beck with views to the fells around. The Walk I prefer starting the walk at

This short, but rewarding, walk up Barrow from Braithwaite has excellent views. It offers a great vantage point for understanding the layout of Coledale Round as well as good views north towards Blencathra and Skiddaw. The Walk 1,494 ft. As it becomes more and more difficult to ‘get at’ Catbells, due to its popularity and

Use the excellent ferry service to enjoy this Derwentwater walk without having to walk the 4 miles return from Keswick. The paths pick their way amongst the trees on the shoreline and the views over the lake are always interesting. It is the best part of Derwentwater and very straightforward. The Walk The pretty woodland