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Lanercost Priory and Hadrian Wall
Visorando Member
3.42 mi
+745 ft
-751 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Burtholme (Cumberland)
A nice walk to see the Lanercost Priory and walk a section of the Hadrian's Wall. The ruin of Hadrian Wall is not visible on this section.
Gelt wood
4.20 mi
+381 ft
-358 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Hayton (Cumberland)
A gorgeous circular walk to discover gelt wood and the river Gelt. Dog friendly walk.
Talkin Head and Simmerson Hill from Talkin village
6.08 mi
+925 ft
-902 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Hayton (Cumberland)
Dog friendly circular walk in the North Pennines AONB. View from the top of Talkin Fell is breathtaking with its series of cairns.
Eden trail
7.24 mi
+108 ft
-89 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Burgh by Sands (Cumberland)
Circular walk following the Eden trail. The walk is passing by King Edward Monument and following the entry of the estuary before going back inland. Dog friendly.
South Tyne Trail - Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct
9.47 mi
+410 ft
-417 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Featherstone (Northumberland)
Dog friendly circular walk from Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct via the South Tyne Trail.
Haltwhistle
4.27 mi
+259 ft
-289 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Haltwhistle (Northumberland)
Circular walk near the river and railway. It goes close to two farms where plenty of farm animals are on view. Towards the end of the walk, you will see the remains of Bellister Castle on your right. It's a National Trust site.
Annan to Brydekirk, Dumfries and Galloway
6.25 mi
+207 ft
-217 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Dumfries and Galloway
Circular hike along the Annan River from Annan village to Brydekirk village. Dog-friendly.
Long Meg and Raven Beck
9.44 mi
+640 ft
-623 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Kirkoswald (Westmorland and Furness)
Dog friendly circular walk from the village of Kirkoswald to the stone circle of Long Meg and her Daughters.
Hadrian's Wall from Steel Rigg
6.95 mi
+574 ft
-577 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Henshaw (Northumberland)
This walk covers a section of Hadrian's Wall. Starting from Steel Rigg, Northumbria National Park, the route includes a visit to Housesteads Fort and the dramatic scenery of Hotbank Crags and Crag Lough. The route along the wall has many ups and downs but does provide you with a chance to walk in the footsteps of the Roman Legions.
Hadrian Wall and the Sycamore Gap
3.21 mi
+240 ft
-243 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Henshaw (Northumberland)
Lovely walk along the Hadrian's wall to see the famous sycamore gap and its tree. Dog-friendly walk.
Peel Crags & Winshield Crags from Vindolanda
7.97 mi
+771 ft
-764 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bardon Mill (Northumberland)
This Northumbria walk explores one of the more dramatic sections of Hadrian's Wall and also includes Vindolanda Roman Fort. This walk can also be undetaken using the Hadrian's Wall bus service AD122 which runs from April through to September.
Carrock Fell
3.08 mi
+1,381 ft
-1,381 ft
2h 35
Difficult
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
Great walk to Carrock Fell. The path to the summit is very steep but short. A bit of scrambling to reach the summit.
Bowscale & Mosedale
Association / Club / Walk leader3.16 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
A virtually level farmland and mossland stroll through two pretty Lakeland hamlets with views of Carrock Fell and beyond.
Blencathra
8.12 mi
+2,100 ft
-2,087 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
Circular route up to the Saddleback of Blencathra. The route follows some of the easier routes on this iconic fell; the
still-considerable effort is rewarded with dramatic mountain views.
Souther Fell
5.68 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,047 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mungrisdale (Westmorland and Furness)
The broad ridge of Souther Fell gives excellent views of Blencathra and more distantly over the Vale of Eden to the North Pennines.
From Mayburgh Henge to Brougham Castle
2.43 mi
+16 ft
-72 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Yanwath and Eamont Bridge (Westmorland and Furness)
This flat, linear walk will allow you to discover some English Heritage with Mayburgh Henge and Brougham Castle while enjoying a riverside walk along River Eamont. Nearby you can also visit King Arthur's Round Table.
Orthwaite
4.68 mi
+814 ft
-801 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ireby and Uldale (Cumberland)
Nice circular walk from Orthwaite village around Little Cockup and Great Cockup. This path is not really popular. Dog friendly.
⚠️Good navigation skill is needed as the path is not visible the entire walk.
Binsey Wainwright from Binsey Lodge, Lake District UK
1.52 mi
+571 ft
-571 ft
1h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ireby and Uldale (Cumberland)
A quick sunset walk up to Binsey Wainwright in the Lake District. With lovely views looking towards the Skiddaw range and Bassenthwaite.
Binsey
4.23 mi
+850 ft
-850 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bewaldeth and Snittlegarth (Cumberland)
Nice circular walk to Binsey summit.
⚠️The way back is on the road. The section after is on a busy road without pavement.
Blencathra via Sharp Edge from Scales
4.48 mi
+2,041 ft
-1,929 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Threlkeld (Westmorland and Furness)
Sharp Edge is the highlight of this Lake District walk to Blencathra's highest point at Hallsfell Top. Sharp Edge is challenging mountain environment and needs treating with respect. The views from the Top are stunning covering most of the Lake District's highest fells.
Dunmallard Hill Settlement, Pooley Hill
1.33 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Dacre (Westmorland and Furness)
This circular walk brings you along River Eamont before going up into the woodlands around Dunmallard Hill. On the way enjoy views of the countryside and over Ullswater loch.
Knock Fell
7.32 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,795 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Long Marton (Westmorland and Furness)
A circular walk dominated throughout by the giant golf ball that is the radar station at Great Dunn Fell. You will use some good roads, some tracks and the Pennine Way on this walk.
It is worth downloading the Knock Geotrail leaflet from the link I have listed below as it provides more information on the geology of the area than given in my description. Similarly, you could follow the link to the Discover Britain webpage and learn about the Helm Wind which is particular to the Cross Fell area.
Along Scarness Bay and Bowness Bay - Bassenthwaite Lake
1.83 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Bassenthwaite (Cumberland)
A short circular walk along the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake with great views over Whinlatter Forest, Dodd Summit and in the distance Grisedale Pike. This walk is perfect for families with young children and also dog owners.
Around Sale Fell
3.76 mi
+620 ft
-627 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Wythop (Cumberland)
Lovely walk around Sale Fell summit with great views on Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounding summits. Dog friendly walk.
Extended Sandbed Gill trail in Dodd Wood
3.70 mi
+928 ft
-928 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Underskiddaw (Cumberland)
Dog-friendly circular walk following the Sandbed Gill trail in Dodd Wood and extended to go around the summit of Watches. Beautiful views of Bassenthwaite lake.
Lonscale Fell
6.36 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,414 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Underskiddaw (Cumberland)
Great walk to Lonscale Pike.
⚠️ Steep ascent between section (1) and (2) that can be challenging.
Circular walk to Latrigg summit
5.14 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,079 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Underskiddaw (Cumberland)
Lovely family friendly circular walk passing by Latrigg summit and Brundholme Wood. This is dog friendly walk.
Sale Fell and Ling Fell
4.44 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,345 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Wythop (Cumberland)
Great walk combining two small Wainwright summits Sale Fell and Ling Fell. Dog friendly; however can have sheep in the fields.
Wainwrights five most north westerly fells
8.02 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,123 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Varying walk covering the 5 most North Westerly Wainwright fells. Taking in the summits of Barf, Lords Seat, Broom Fell, Ling Fell and Sales fell. With views the full length of Bassenthwaite Lake and the magnificent massive of Skiddaw. Coastal views should be evident on a clear day.
Along Keswick old railway line
5.08 mi
+623 ft
-610 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
Easy circular walk along the Keswick old railway line and back by the bottom of Latrigg summit. Amazing view of Keswick along the way. Dog friendly and pushchair / wheelchair friendly until the waypoint (1).
YHA hopping in the Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Black Sail
12.51 mi
+4,311 ft
-3,675 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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 and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. There are 6 Wainwrights, 1 lake, 3 tarns and a ferry.
YHA hopping in the Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Ennerdale
15.70 mi
+5,617 ft
-5,423 ft
12h 05
Difficult
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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 and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way there are 10 Wainwrights, 1 lake, 3 tarns and a ferry.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Borrowdale
8.23 mi
+2,129 ft
-2,080 ft
5h 40
Easy
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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 and finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way there are 3 Wainwrights,a ferry and 1 pub.
YHA hopping in The Lake District - YHA Keswick to YHA Grasmere
15.53 mi
+3,009 ft
-3,041 ft
9h 45
Difficult
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
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 9 Wainwrights, 2 tarns, and 1 pub.
Lattrig from Keswick
Tourism professional
5.82 mi
+925 ft
-909 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Keswick (Cumberland)
At 368m (1207ft), Lattrig is one of the lowest fells in the Lake District. However, the views from the summit are unrivalled and that’s what makes it such a popular climb. This route takes you steeply uphill through both Lattrig and Bruntholme Woods before an easy ascent to the Viewpoint.
Grisedale Peak
7.51 mi
+2,280 ft
-2,270 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Dog-friendly circular walk to Grisedale Pike summit. This walk was done clockwise; however anti-clockwise is better if you prefer a smoother descent.
Stile End, Outerside, Causey Pike Summits
6.54 mi
+2,133 ft
-2,146 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
A challenging walk to Stile End, Outerside, Causey Pike summits from the village of Braithwaite. Dog friendly.
Braithwaite to Thorwaite and Whinlatter Forest
5.97 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,079 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Short circular walk from Braithwaite passing by Whinlatter forest. Dog friendly.
Braithwaite to Keswick
6.93 mi
+781 ft
-771 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
Low level circular walk from Braithwaite and passing by the side of Cat bells summit and Portinscale village. Dog friendly
Grisedale Pike and Hopegill Head Circular
7.48 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,444 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
This is half of the classic Coledale Horseshoe walk. It ascends the magnificent Grisedale Pike and Hopegill Head before descending over Sandhill to Coledale Hause and then taking the path down to the Force Crag Mine track in Coledale for the return leg. It passes next to Force Crag Mine and if you check with the National Trust you could time this walk with the option to tour the mine buildings.
Whinlatter Seat How Circular
3.61 mi
+640 ft
-669 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Above Derwent (Cumberland)
A circular walk starting from Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre ascending via forest trails to Seat Howe which offers good views over Keswick and Derwent Water before descending via well defined forest trails back to start.
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