Askam and Ireleth walks

A circular walk starting from Haverigg village to take the sea defence wall around the seaward side of Hodbarrow Nature Reserve before turning inland around the rest of the nature reserve. Excellent views over the estuary and Hodbarrow Lake on the route. The site was once the most productive iron ore mine in the world before it flooded.

Black Combe situated in the south-west corner of the Lake District National Park dives into the Irish Sea. This walk is dog friendly. Great view on the Irish Sea.

A long and interesting walk from Hall Dunnerdale which could also be started from other places nearby. You will take in some lovely rolling countryside followed by a gradual ascent up a picturesque valley before making the climb up to Brown Pike. From here you are on the high Lakeland fells and take in numerous tops including the Old Man of Coniston. You descend carefully to Seathwaite Tarn and then back to Seathwaite where the Newfield Inn will welcome you with great beer and food.

Lovely circular walk to Seathwaite tarn from the village of Seathwaite.

Dog-friendly circular walk from Muncaster Castle to Muncaster Head by Muncaster Fell. Amazing view over the Irish sea and the Lake District summits.

An easy circular walk from Ravenglass to Muncaster Castle. Dog friendly. Perfect to do end of April/beginning of May to see the bluebells and rhododendrons blooming at Muncaster Castle.

Lovely circular walk from Ravenglass following the Esk river and passing by Newtown knott and the Roman Bath. Beautiful view on the Irish sea. Dog Friendly. ⚠️Be careful walk to be done at low tide.

Dog friendly circular walk starting from Ravenglass and passing by Muncaster Castle estate and Muncaster Tarn.Be careful walk to be done at low tide.

Dog-friendly walk from Ravenglass to the river Irt passing by Saltcoats.

A flat circular walk along the Ravenglass to Eskdale train line starting from Muncaster Mill. Dog friendly walk.

A lovely walk, climbing up alongside the waterfalls of Church Beck to the quarry at the end of the Coppermines valley, returning via the saddle with beautiful views of Coniston village and the lake. You can end the walk with a well-deserved pint in one of the cosy village pubs. A great walk to start your holiday.

A taste of the high fells, with photogenic waterfalls and fascinating industrial relics.

Circular walk starting from Coniston village and going to the Old Man of Coniston passing by Goat's water. Incredible view at the top of the Old Man of Coniston summit.

A stroll through the village and down to the lake.

A long but mostly level walk, with an extended unbroken section along the lakeshore.

The YHA is a great institution and I guess most fell walkers have stayed at a hostel at some time in their lives. Funny how they were created "to help all, especially young people of limited means, to greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, particularly by providing hostels or other simple accommodation for them on their travels". Here's a collection of routes starting or finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way are 6 Wainwrights, 3 tarns, and 1 pub.

A Circular Walk with a short ascent of Latterbarrow that rewards you with great views of the Lake District's mountains and then a descent through woodland to pick up the lakeshore path to Wray Castle. This is a real treat for National Trust Members (non members can pay to get in) but even if you don't want to visit the castle the grounds are a good place to picnic. Return via the lakeshore path and then gradually up and through the forest to descend again to Hawkshead.

A gradual climb to a renowned beauty spot - with stunning views of the surrounding area.

A rewarding hike to Hawkshead’s local fell, with fine views belying its moderate height.

A gentle beckside stroll to a medieval building with pretty views in and around the village