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Carnforth walks
Hest Bank to Carnforth back by Lancaster canal
Visorando Member
8.69 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
4h 05
Easy
Departure from Slyne-with-Hest (Lancashire)
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.
Fairy steps from Sandside village
4.31 mi
+384 ft
-387 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Beetham (Westmorland and Furness)
Family walk to see the fairy steps starting from the village of Sandside.
Heversham and Heversham Head trig point
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.62 mi
+322 ft
-305 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Heversham (Westmorland and Furness)
This walk starts from the church in Heversham and goes through farmlands so you can enjoy an incredible view from Heversham Head trig point.
Devil's Bridge, Radical Steps - Kirkby Lonsdale
1.31 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Casterton (Westmorland and Furness)
This route starts from Devil's Bridge, goes along River Lune before heading up to Radical Steps and through Kirkby Lonsdale village. Along the way, you will find welcoming benches.
Bankhouses from Glasson via the Lancashire Coastal Way
7.15 mi
+121 ft
-112 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Thurnham (Lancashire)
A Lancashire Walk that explores the Lune Estuary and coast to the west of Lancaster. This Lancashire walk starts from Glasson Dock which at one time had high hopes as being a port serving Lancaster. The route follows a section of the Lancashire Coastal Way with the opportunity to visit the ruins of Cockersand Abbey before continuing along the coast. The final section uses rural inland footpaths to return to the start.
Abbeystead - Tarnbrook - Big hill
7.97 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Over Wyresdale (Lancashire)
A walk of two halves, first half mainly uphill, second half mainly down-hill. Surface all gravel path or tarmac road so easy to follow and walk on.
Note. I have since been told that there are two stiles on this route which are difficult to get over so please take this into account if you have any mobility problems, I personally didn't notice the issue at the time of the walk although I was able bodied at the time. Unfortunately due to an accident since I've not been able to return to this walk and it is possible that the stiles have deteriorated since.
St John’s Church, Helsington
2.04 mi
+322 ft
-328 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Helsington (Westmorland and Furness)
A simple, isolated church with superb views over the Lyth valley to the high fells of Lakeland.
Scout Scar
7.89 mi
+899 ft
-899 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Helsington (Westmorland and Furness)
An extended walk along a glorious limestone edge with superb views and fantastic wildlife.
Sizergh Castle
4.03 mi
+387 ft
-387 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Helsington (Westmorland and Furness)
A wood renowned for its wild daffodils and rare butterflies, and a famous house and garden.
Gummer’s How
6.43 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,086 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cartmel Fell (Westmorland and Furness)
A walk from Cartmel Fell church via a scenic tarn to a wonderful Windermere viewpoint.
Simpson's Ground and Gummer's How from Astley's Plantation
6.90 mi
+1,207 ft
-906 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Staveley-in-Cartmel (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Whitbarrow
8.46 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,112 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cartmel Fell (Westmorland and Furness)
Woodland and striking limestone scenery with wildlife galore and outstanding views.
St Anthony’s Church
2.83 mi
+299 ft
-295 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Cartmel Fell (Westmorland and Furness)
A medieval church, a fine historic house and a pretty hamlet on the River Winster.
Cunswick Scar
2.97 mi
+240 ft
-253 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Underbarrow and Bradleyfield (Westmorland and Furness)
Little circular walk with amazing views across the countryside. Dog friendly but can have some sheep in the fields.
Kendal to Ambleside via Longsleddale and Garburn Pass
17.74 mi
+2,287 ft
-2,280 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Kendal (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Benson Knott from Meal Bank
3.08 mi
+781 ft
-781 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg (Westmorland and Furness)
This circular walk brings you up to Benson Knott to get an incredible 360-degree view of Kendal.
Hazelhurst Fell, Fair Snape Fell and Parlick
11.02 mi
+1,578 ft
-1,565 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Claughton (Lancashire)
Ths Forest of Bowland offers some of the finest walking in Lancashire. However some of the moorland sections can be quite boggy after rain. A good sense of direction is required certainly during the first section of this walk. Refreshments are not available during this walk so make sure you take food and water.
Winder and Arant Haw from Sedbergh
6.99 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,755 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sedbergh (Westmorland and Furness)
Winder and Arant Haw are two hills included in this delightful walk from Sedbergh. The Howgill Fells are an integral part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park yet they display a unique character. The walking is good, the views superb and the paths quiet. Who could ask for more?
YHA hopping in The Lake District - Staveley Station to YHA Patterdale
17.79 mi
+4,226 ft
-4,035 ft
11h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Nether Staveley (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Hazeldene to Miller Ground
3.01 mi
+180 ft
-167 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Windermere (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Dunsop Bridge and Totridge Fell
9.81 mi
+1,555 ft
-1,555 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bowland Forest Low (Lancashire)
Without the optional ascent of Totridge this is a fairly long but mostly undemanding walk, apart from a moderate climb to the shoulder of Mellor Knoll. The fellside climb to Totridge is steep and the trig point is on high peat moorland (avoid in poor visibility), but the reward for the effort on a clear day is an exceptional view that includes Pendle Hill and the tops of the Yorkshire Three Peaks. The stepping stones may become impassable after heavy rain.
Fair Oak and Long Knots
4.17 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Bowland Forest Low (Lancashire)
A pleasant stroll with superb views down the Hodder valley and a gentle pastoral return via a series of farms. One steep climb and descent above the stepping stones. Field paths may be muddy after rain and the stepping stones may be impassable when the river is in spate.
Stepping stones and Burholme Bridge
2.04 mi
+157 ft
-148 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Bowland Forest Low (Lancashire)
An easy stroll across the River Hodder via the stepping stones, returning via Burholme Bridge. One steep climb and some road walking. Field paths may be soft and muddy after rain and the stepping stones may be impassable when the river is in spate.
A Hodder Trod
5.74 mi
+495 ft
-495 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bowland Forest Low (Lancashire)
A scenic walk along both sides of the Hodder valley; the river is crossed via two sets of stepping stones. Those at Stakes at the southern end are rather uneven and at the time of writing in 2015 one was dislodged, necessitating a nimble hop of about a yard; both sets may be impassable when the river is high (diversions are available). Field paths may be muddy.
Birkett Fell
5.97 mi
+794 ft
-791 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bowland Forest Low (Lancashire)
A somewhat wilder walk over Birkett Fell, rewarded with wide views over the Hodder valley and encounters with some intriguing limestone features. There are two moderate climbs; the moorland can be bleak in poor weather and paths may be indistinct and boggy in places.
Fell Head and The Calf, from Howgill, near Sedbergh
6.84 mi
+1,841 ft
-1,736 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sedbergh (Westmorland and Furness)
This walk climbs to the Calf via Fell Head. Starting from the small hamlet of Howgill, near Sedbergh, this route sees few walkers. Offering good views to the Shap Fells and the higher hills of the Yorkshire Dales, this is a walk for the connoiseur.
Circular Walk from Windermere to Queen Adelaide's Hill
4.49 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Windermere (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Hawkshead to Staveley Station
16.43 mi
+1,978 ft
-1,896 ft
9h 15
Easy
Departure from Hawkshead (Westmorland and Furness)
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
10.33 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,020 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hawkshead (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Latterbarrow and Wray Castle from Hawkshead
7.94 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,316 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hawkshead (Westmorland and Furness)
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.
Tarn How's, Hawkshead
5.60 mi
+636 ft
-630 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Hawkshead (Westmorland and Furness)
A gradual climb to a renowned beauty spot - with stunning views of the surrounding area.
Latterbarrow
4.09 mi
+669 ft
-663 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Hawkshead (Westmorland and Furness)
A rewarding hike to Hawkshead’s local fell, with fine views belying its moderate height.
Hawkshead Courthouse
1.46 mi
+85 ft
-85 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Hawkshead (Westmorland and Furness)
A gentle beckside stroll to a medieval building with pretty views in and around the village
Cautley Spout and The Calf, from Cross Keys, near Sedbergh
5.17 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,693 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Sedbergh (Westmorland and Furness)
Cautley Spout, the Calf, Bram Rigg Top, Calders and Great Dummacks are all included in this walk in the Howgill Fells. Starting from Cross Keys, near Sedbergh, the route offers excellent walking within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and visits one of most dramatic locations in these hills.
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