Walks in the Lake District

The walk reads like a list of ‘must visit’ sites near Keswick. Walla Crag, Ashness Bridge, Surprise View and a return along the shores of Derwentwater to Keswick complete a fine day out. The Walk Let no one tell you the best walk from Keswick is up Skiddaw, it is not. The climb over Walla

The one way Threlkeld to Keswick walk follows the disused railway line alongside the River Greta via a series of bridges. The woods are the home to red squirrels. Take the bus to Threlkeld and walk back. The Walk In 2015 Storm Desmond destroyed two of the bridges that crossed the River Greta between Threlkeld and

Climbing Arnside Knott is very satisfying. The small hill sits on the edge of Morcambe Bay and any walk on its slopes gives excellent views over the southern Lakes. Limestone outcrops and woodland cover its steep slopes. The Walk Initially I climbed Arnside Knott a few years ago in a twenty minute dash after a

The long north south ridge of Whitbarrow stands out dramatically as you drive along the A590. It is limestone bedrock which offers the distinctive profile. Any walk along the ridge is a pleasure, it really is a hidden gem in the Southern Lake District. The Walk On my first visit I discovered Whitbarrow purely by

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

The circuit of Crinkle Crags and Bowfell is one of the Lake District classics. The walking on the ridge is definitely rough but the views are wonderful and Langdale makes a good base. The Walk Walkers head for Langdale for its richly deserved reputation as the centre of tough fell walking. Approaching via the valley