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
Fells over the Duddon Valley The Fells over the Duddon Valley are a series of rocky knolls and hidden tarns situated between the Duddon River itself and the A593 near Broughton Mills. It is beautiful, full of personality and miles away from the crowds, I love it. The Walk An exquisite six square miles of hidden tarns and volcanic fells, with great views 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 297m Elevation: 297m / 974ft
A walk from Porthmadog A walk from Portmadog has the lot. Moel-y-Gest is a fine mountain that overlooks the town with excellent views. In addition the coastline to the west is lovely with rocky promontories. The Walk Pothmadog is one of my favourite places to visit in Wales. I prefer this area of coastline on the west to those 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 390m Elevation: 390m / 1279ft
Arkengarthdale and Low Reeth Moor The walk up Arkengarthdale and Low Reeth Moor starts at Reeth. From the village continue alongside Arkle Beck to Arkle Town. At this hamlet climb on to the moors and enjoy some great views over Swaledale on the return. The Walk I thought the walk up Arkengarthdale and Low Reeth Moor would be good and 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 254m Elevation: 254m / 833ft
The Kentmere Round The Kentmere Round is a long distance horseshoe that includes seven Wainwright fells. Despite its length the underfoot terrain walking is easier on the grassy slopes than the rockier circuits found further west. The Walk The Kentmere Round is not to be underestimated. It is twelve miles long with roughly 3,500 foot of climbing. This 5 Rating: Difficult walk 12mi Distance: 12 miles / 19.2 km 944m Elevation: 944m / 3097ft
The Calf via Cautley Spout The waterfall of Cautley Spout is a fine way to approach the Calf, the highest summit on the Howgill mountain range. The Cross Keys Temperance Inn makes an obvious starting point. The Walk Cautley Spout is the largest waterfall in England (a few claim this title) with a total drop of 650 feet. Approaching up the 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 497m Elevation: 497m / 1630ft
Climbing Skiddaw from Keswick Climbing Skiddaw from Keswick is the most popular route up the mountain. It is a straightforward walk on good tracks although I have varied the traditional descent here to make it a circular option. An excellent and safe option in snowy conditions. The Walk Climbing Skiddaw is in the family. My mother used to take 5 Rating: Difficult walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 931m Elevation: 931m / 3054ft
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 Swindale Valley The Swindale Valley is one of a few, very quiet, valleys which lead into the eastern fringes of the Lake District. The northern ridge of Swindale has some lovely walking and views across Haweswater and the Ullswater fells. The Walk Like thousands of others who head for the higher fells of the Lake District I 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 268m Elevation: 268m / 879ft
