Derwentwater via Walla Crag 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. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 340m Elevation: 340m / 1115ft
Crinkle Crags and Bowfell 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. 5 Rating: Difficult walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 880m Elevation: 880m / 2887ft
Smardale Gill walk The walk at Smardale Gill will take you up on to the moors before returning via the old railway line, alongside Scandal Beck. The walk is very pleasant but becomes better as the track passes under the viaduct. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 223m Elevation: 223m / 731ft
Easedale Tarn from Grasmere The Victorians regularly walked to Easedale Tarn from Grasmere. The path up is a little loose under foot and rocky but really this is a straightforward and pleasant walk. The ring of mountains are suitably impressive. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 225m Elevation: 225m / 738ft
Dufton Pike A short, steep climb will bring you to the summit of Dufton Pike. It is an excellent peak, reminiscent of much of the northern Lake District. The views over the moors offer an interesting contrast. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 258m Elevation: 258m / 846ft
Upper Borrowdale From Seatoller the walk through Upper Borrowdale follows the lower slopes of High Spy before dropping down to Castle Crag. The short but steep climb to the classic views from Castle Crag is followed by a stroll up river to Seatoller. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 267m Elevation: 267m / 876ft
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
Gowbarrow via Aira Force The climb of Gowbarrow via Aira Force is highly enjoyable. Not only do you visit a popular waterfall but the views from Gowbarrow along Ullswater are some of the best in the Lake District. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 318m Elevation: 318m / 1043ft
Great Gable Head from Seathwaite to Great Gable via Styhead Tarn. At the tarn cut under the steep, rocky south slopes, past Napes Needle and a steep climb to the summit. The return is in direct contrast, easy grassy slopes with amazing views. 5 Rating: Difficult walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 865m Elevation: 865m / 2838ft
Scafell from the South The most unusual approach is to tackle Scafell from the south. It is also the best. The walk through and climb out of Eskdale is lovely, the wide ridge direct and the return via the lonely waters of Burnmoor Tarn nice and relaxing. . 5 Rating: Difficult walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 848m Elevation: 848m / 2782ft
Rannerdale Knotts Rannerdale Knotts is a small fell with a hidden secret. On the banks of Crummock Water the hill is prominent but hides a secret valley. The valley is lovely, particularly when full of bluebells. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 208m Elevation: 208m / 682ft
Mellbreak and Crummock Water Mellbreak and Crummock Water sit side by side on the quiet side of the Buttermere valley. Many motorists pass on their way to valley end but few stop at the excellent pub and complete this walk. It is one of the best. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 476m Elevation: 476m / 1561ft