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Simpson's Ground and Gummer's How from Astley's Plantation
This circular walk in the South Lakeland offers fine views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells from the summit of Gummers How. The walk also includes woodland and open countryside.
Gummer’s How
A walk from Cartmel Fell church via a scenic tarn to a wonderful Windermere viewpoint.
Fairy steps from Sandside village
Family walk to see the fairy steps starting from the village of Sandside.
Whitbarrow
Woodland and striking limestone scenery with wildlife galore and outstanding views.
St Anthony’s Church
A medieval church, a fine historic house and a pretty hamlet on the River Winster.
Heversham and Heversham Head trig point

This walk starts from the church in Heversham and goes through farmlands so you can enjoy an incredible view from Heversham Head trig point.
Sizergh Castle
A wood renowned for its wild daffodils and rare butterflies, and a famous house and garden.
Scout Scar
An extended walk along a glorious limestone edge with superb views and fantastic wildlife.
St John’s Church, Helsington
A simple, isolated church with superb views over the Lyth valley to the high fells of Lakeland.
Cunswick Scar

Little circular walk with amazing views across the countryside. Dog friendly but can have some sheep in the fields.
Hest Bank to Carnforth back by Lancaster canal

Dog-friendly circular walk starting from Hest Bank following the coast to Carnforth village and back by the Lancaster Canal. Lovely walk with views on the Irish sea and Lancaster Canal.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Hawkshead to Staveley Station
Here's a collection of routes starting or finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way are 2 Wainwrights, 1 ferry and 2 lakes.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Hawkshead to Windermere Station
On this gentle route, you will be able to enjoy the scenery and explore Hawkshead and Hill Top. The ferry trip across Windermere is a short cut but also a quirky addition to the walk. Look around and take in the beauty that is The Lake District. Here's a route starting and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way are a lake, 3 tarns, 1 pub and a ferry.
Hazeldene to Miller Ground

From Bowness on Windermere to Miller Ground with beach and pontoons overlooking Lake Windermere and waterfalls at Wynlass Beck and Mill Beck 20 yards up Sherriffs walk.
Circular Walk from Windermere to Queen Adelaide's Hill
Enjoy this walk from Windermere village, through woodlands and by lakeshore to the top of Queen Adelaide's Hill for some beautiful and far reaching views.
Latterbarrow and Wray Castle from Hawkshead

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.
Latterbarrow
A rewarding hike to Hawkshead’s local fell, with fine views belying its moderate height.
Tarn How's, Hawkshead
A gradual climb to a renowned beauty spot - with stunning views of the surrounding area.
Hawkshead Courthouse
A gentle beckside stroll to a medieval building with pretty views in and around the village
YHA hopping in The Lake District - Windermere Station to YHA Ambleside

The YHA is a great institution and I guess most fell walkers have stayed at a hostel at some time in their lives. They were created "to help all, especially young people of limited means, to a 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 1 Wainwright and 2 interesting pubs.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - Windermere Station to YHA Langdale

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 a 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 2 Wainwrights and 2 interesting pubs.
Kendal to Ambleside via Longsleddale and Garburn Pass
This route follows the path of the first quarter of the Lakes District Challenge 2022. It takes some parts of part of the Dales Way, magnificent views of Longsleddale, climbs up to Garburns Pass with views into Troutbeck and Windermere.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - Staveley Station to YHA Patterdale
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 a 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 8 Wainwrights, 4 tarns and 1 pub.
Old Man of Coniston by Goat's water
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.
Torver and Coniston Water
A long but mostly level walk, with an extended unbroken section along the lakeshore.
Waterhead
A stroll through the village and down to the lake.
Coppermines
A taste of the high fells, with photogenic waterfalls and fascinating industrial relics.
The Saddle of Coniston

A lovely, gentle 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 or to do with children.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Coniston Holly How to YHA Grasmere
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.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Coniston to Windermere Station
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 a 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 1 Wainwright, 5 tarns, 1 pub and a ferry.
Holme Ground - Black Crag
A pleasant hike, to the west of Ambleside, across hills overlooking Windermere and Coniston Lakes.
Benson Knott from Meal Bank

This circular walk brings you up to Benson Knott to get an incredible 360-degree view of Kendal.
Around Tarn Hows

A gentle walk in a beautiful setting, enjoyable in any weather. The walk is accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs and is not too long for little legs.
Wetherlam, Swirl How and Great Carrs

A fabulous circular walk starting from the Tilberthwaite Valley. Best done in this direction so as to enjoy the ascent of Wetherlam Edge, great views in all directions and much interest on the walk.
Little Stand, The Crinkles and Bowfell : From Cockley Beck

A lovely walk taking in the excellent and interesting Crinkle Crags and with great views down Great Langdale, over to the Scafell group and south down the Duddon Valley. The start up Little Stand and the descent from Ore Gap are without the heavily trodden paths now common in the Lake District.
There are a few small parking spaces near Cockley Beck heading west towards Hardknott Pass. Please park sensibly so other walkers and climbers and get in too.
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