Great Crag from Watendlath Exquisite Dock Tarn is the highlight of this walk which visits the rugged summit of Great Crag and starts in the pretty little hamlet of Watendlath. Great Crag from Watendlath is perfect for families having an earlyb taste of the Lake District, full of interest throughout. The Walk It is very rare to find a 3 Rating: Moderate walk 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 173m Elevation: 173m / 567ft
Coniston Hall on the Lake From Coniston village take the short walk to the lake front. From here head south along the shores to Coniston Hall on the lake. The views are lovely over the lake and it is a straightforward walk that anyone can achieve. The Walk This walk has some memories for me as it was the first 1 Rating: Easier walk 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 16m Elevation: 16m / 52ft
The Helm at Oxenholme The Helm at Oxenholme has a lovely whale back ridge with perfect under foot terrain. The views are dominated by Kendal itself but a glimpse at the Lakeland hills always brings a warm glow. The Walk Maybe it was just the lovely summer’s evening, the great views, the myriad of paths through bracken or the 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 107m Elevation: 107m / 351ft
Lily Tarn above Ambleside Visiting Lily Tarn above Ambleside makes for an excellent short walk. It is ideal for visitors who do not want to walk far but experience an area of traditional Lake District. It is a lovely spot to linger and enjoy the views. The Walk In all my years of travelling through and visiting Ambleside I 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 161m Elevation: 161m / 528ft
Short walk on Blencathra Threlkeld is the base to enjoy this short walk on Blencathra. The views are amazing, particularly above Blease Farm. The lower slopes of Blencathra are a delight, flanked by the very steep slopes above you. No need to climb them! The Walk I believe that the view from the corner of the wall above High 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 188m Elevation: 188m / 616ft
Walk round Humphrey Head Ever since my children went to Humphrey Head outdoor centre I have been intrigued by the place. However it has taken me nearly 10 years to take the lovely walk round Humphrey Head and discover it for myself. The Walk Myself and Helen were staying at Grange over Sands (staying anywhere after lockdown seemed exciting) 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 110m Elevation: 110m / 360ft
Heights of Kendal Fell Kendal is on the fringes of the Lake District. However it is possible to walk over some rolling fells to the north west on a short walk. Kendal Fell includes some excellent views over the town and further afield. The Walk Staying in the market town of Kendal does not mean that all walks have 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 137m Elevation: 137m / 449ft
Dacre and Dalemain To the north east of Pooley 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. The Walk The pretty village of Dacre and the historic house of Dalemain lie in a surprisingly quiet corner of the Lakes being only a few miles off 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 119m Elevation: 119m / 390ft
A Quiet Windermere walk Yes they do exist! Head inland from the lake and discover some rarely visited country offering a quiet Windermere walk. There is a short climb up School Knotts followed by a visit to two peaceful tarns. The return is via the Dales Way. The Walk I never thought walking from Windermere could be so much 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 166m Elevation: 166m / 544ft
Devoke Water 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 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 112m Elevation: 112m / 367ft
Latrigg and the Keswick Old Railway 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 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 270m Elevation: 270m / 885ft
Latterbarrow from Hawkshead 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 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 178m Elevation: 178m / 584ft