Coniston to Ambleside via Tarn Hows The one way walk from Coniston to Ambleside passes through some lovely Lakeland countryside. In particular Tarn Howes and Loughrigg Tarn are beautiful and relaxing places. Take the bus at the start of the day. The Walk This one way walk from Coniston to Ambleside takes you through the heart of the Lake District. The 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 3881273m Elevation: 3881273m / 12734456ft
From Arnside to Silverdale A delightful coastal walk from Arnside to Silverdale with an inland return. The beach path has some good views across Morecambe Bay to the southern lakes and the village of Silverdale is worth exploring. Certainly the coastal section away from Arnside can be pleasantly peaceful. The Walk The Arnside & Silverdale AONB is a lovely 1 Rating: Easier walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 192m Elevation: 192m / 629ft
Goathland and Grosmont The walk between Goathland and Grosmont climbs initially on to the moors. Here the views open out spectacularly. After dropping in to Grosmont (best place to see the steam trains) return via the old Rail Trail. The Walk This is one of my favourite walks in the North York Moors. It offers a wonderful contrast of scenery 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 310m Elevation: 310m / 1017ft
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
The Northern Howgills The Howgills are a sparsely walked range of mountains and the Northern Howgills less so. The broad grassy ridges are largely trackless, and the miles long, but the walking is easy and the views are excellent. It is the best way to approach the Dales 30 mountain of Randygill Top. The Walk To the south 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 530m Elevation: 530m / 1738ft
Catrigg Force from Stainforth A short walk to the lovely waterfall of Catrigg Force from Stainforth. Woodland disguises the falls which are at their most impressive after heavy rains. The return is via a path picking its way through a limestone scar. The Walk Catrigg Force is a lovely waterfall that is hidden away in a deep gorge above 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 140m Elevation: 140m / 459ft
Walk on Skipton Moor To the east of the market town of Skipton is some peaceful moorland. Any walk on Skipton Moor has excellent views over the town and some pleasant walking on its broad summit area. The Walk The residents of Skipton are very fortunate. From their doorstep, certainly those living to the east of the town centre, 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 238781m Elevation: 238781m / 783440ft
Hayeswater and Angle Tarn This is a fine circuit of Hayeswater, less popular than some but more enjoyable than many. From Hartsop head up steep slopes to picturesque Angle Tarn. Continue east on to the main High Street Ridge, circle the head of the valley and then descend from Grey Crag with its excellent views. The Walk The walk 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 746m Elevation: 746m / 2447ft
Snowdon from the south In my opinion the approaches to Snowdon from the south are the best way to climb the most popular mountain in Britain. Whether this is the South ridge, the Watkin Path or even the longer approaches from Beddgelert the climb is beautiful…and quiet. The Walk The climb of Snowdon is usually done from Llanberis in 5 Rating: Difficult walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 1080m Elevation: 1080m / 3543ft
Hill Forts walk in the Breamish Valley The moors of Northumberland are peppered with the remains of hillforts from the Ancient Britons. The 5 that link this splendid walk in the Breamish Valley near Ingram and be seen to varying degrees, adding interest to an already pleasant walk. The Walk The Breamish Valley is an archaeological dream. Climb steeply from the car 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 300m Elevation: 300m / 984ft
Rosedale Explorer walk The Rosedale Explorer walk passes through North Dale and returns via Rosedale. En route are some interesting industrial remains (and railway) and plenty of pretty countryside. It feels quintessentially English. The Walk Apparently Rosedale has more holiday cottages than farmers these days. However this secretive valley to the east of Blakey Ridge has a sense of peace 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 284m Elevation: 284m / 931ft
Loughrigg Tarn and Rydal Water Start in Ambleside in order to walk this lowland Lake District classic. Loughrigg Tarn and Rydal Water are the highlights but the crossing of the fell under Lily Tarn near Ambleside is also memorable. The Walk The walk that includes Loughrigg Tarn and Rydal Water lies in the centre of the Lake District. Normally there 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 276m Elevation: 276m / 905ft
