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The Saddle of Coniston
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4.26km 
+208m 
-205m 
1h50
Average 
Starting point in Coniston (Cumbria) - Cumbria 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.
Rydal Water & Grasmere from Grasmere
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8.65km
+193m
-192m
3h00
Easy
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria Starting from Grasmere this Lake District walk includes a circuit of Rydal water and Grasmere. The route includes some wonderful views especially from Loughrigg Terrace.
Elterwater Lakes
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8.51km
+184m
-183m
2h55
Average
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria In contrast to the great lakes of the Lake District, here are three small lakes that lay south of Elterwater village.
Lingmoor low level circular
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14.72km
+361m
-356m
5h15
Average
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria A good circular walk around Lingmoor fell with plenty of interest which is a great choice if the higher fells are shrouded in cloud.
The walk takes in the Langdale and Little Langdale Valleys, explores a disused slate quarry and passes a working slate quarry. The walking and route finding are easy, the views are good and there are places on the way to buy refreshments. As a circular walk it can be started from a variety of places along the route.
Grange & Watendlath from Rosthwaite
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12.19km
+322m
-325m
4h25
Average
Starting point in Borrowdale - Cumbria Combining the delights of Borrowdale with the rural charm of Watendlath, this Lake District walk offers some wonderful views and relatively easy walking. Route finding is generally easy although there is a steady ascent from Lodore up to Watendlath.
A circular walk around Tarn Hows
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2.62km
+44m
-45m
0h50
Easy
Starting point in Hawkshead - Cumbria 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.
10.42km
+189m
-187m
3h30
Easy
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria This is a low level lakeland walk suitable for a short day. It takes in Elter Water, Skelwith Force and Colwith Force waterfalls before heading through farmland to the impressive Cathedral Quarry. The return leg passes a good pub which serves food and then through the working slate quarry above Chapel Stile.
Angle Tarn and Rest Dodd
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10.34km
+558m
-551m
4h35
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Starting point in Patterdale - Cumbria A steady climb up to Angle Tarn from Hartsop via Boredale Hause followed by a stroll along a ridge with great views over to Helvellyn then up to Rest Dodd dropping down to Hayeswater and back to the car park.
Cat Bells from Grange
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9.63km
+407m
-404m
3h55
Average
Starting point in Borrowdale - Cumbria A short and fairly easy, circular walk up the ever popular Cat Bells. Starting from parking on the roadside just outside the village of Grange, this walk ascends Cat Bells from the South and descends north to join paths through the parkland and woods above and beside Derwent Water.
Rydal - Loughrigg Fell
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6.65km
+358m
-401m
2h55
Average
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria A few kilometres from Ambleside, a walk to the top of Loughrigg Fell overlooking the lakes of the National Park Lake District.
12.47km
+642m
-641m
5h25
Average
Starting point in Patterdale - Cumbria This Lake District hike includes two Wainwrights and a famous Lakeland Pass so is never short of interest. The first part of the walk involves a steep ascent but this is not as bad as it looks. Once the summit of Hartsop Dodd is reached the going is relatively easy and straightforward. The second Wainwright of Stony Cove Pike is soon reached followed by the descent to Kirkstone Pass and Brothers Water.
Holme Ground - Black Crag
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12.73km
+629m
-672m
5h25
Average
Starting point in Coniston (Cumbria) - Cumbria A pleasant hike, to the west of Ambleside, across hills overlooking Windermere and Coniston Lakes.
Simpson's Ground and Gummer's How from Astley's Plantation
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11.1km
+368m
-280m
4h15
Average
Starting point in Staveley-in-Cartmel - Cumbria 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.
Wetherlam, Swirl How and Great Carrs, a circular walk
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13.03km
+811m
-812m
6h00
Average
Starting point in Coniston (Cumbria) - Cumbria 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.
Scafell Pike from Borrowdale
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15.06km
+890m
-889m
6h50
Average
Starting point in Borrowdale - Cumbria The classic and well trodden ascent of Scafell Pike from Seathwaite in Borrowdale. Ascending via Grains Gill to Great End and then Esk Hause and Broad Crag. The descent is via the 'Corridor Route' to Styhead Tarn and then back to Seathwaite.
Harter Fell and Low Birker Tarn (Eskdale)
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10.66km
+666m
-668m
4h55
Difficult
Starting point in Eskdale - Cumbria Harter Fell occupies a relatively isolated position overlooking the Eskdale valley and this Lake District walk offers some wonderful views towards Scafell and Scafell Pike. The route also includes a visit to pretty Low Birker Tarn, which sees relatively few visitors.
Silver Knott & Muncaster Fell from Irton Road
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7.96km
+200m
-239m
2h50
Easy
Starting point in Eskdale - Cumbria This linear walk in the Western Lake District offers some wonderful views and should be completed at a leisurely pace. The route uses the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway to the return to the start.
Wainwrights five most north westerly fells
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12.91km
+641m
-642m
5h30
Average
Starting point in Above Derwent - Cumbria 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.
Blencathra via Sharp Edge from Scales
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7.21km
+615m
-577m
3h50
Average
Starting point in Threlkeld - Cumbria 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.
Grag Fell, Crike & Lank Rig
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15.73km
+822m
-822m
6h50
Average
Starting point in Ennerdale and Kinniside - Cumbria A route offering extensive views of the Ennerdale panorama with great mountain views to the north east taking in Red Pike, High Stile and High Crag, to the east the range of Pillar and Steeple with Great Gables, Scafell and Scafell Pike as a backdrop.
Circular walk from Helm Crag to Calf Crag and Easedale
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12.3km
+497m
-497m
4h55
Average
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria A nice walk taking in the ever popular Lion and Lamb rock formation at Helm Crag before following the ridge walk with great views to the head of Easedale and then descending more gently down the lovely valley, passing some waterfalls.
Glenridding Dodd and Sheffield Pike from Glenridding
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7.48km
+522m
-520m
3h40
Difficult
Starting point in Patterdale - Cumbria This Lakeland walk includes two Wainwrights and although the distance walked is relatively short there is a steady steep climb up to the col between Glenridding Dodd and Sheffield Pike. The views are excellent throughout and route finding is generally good with clear paths for most of the route. Choose a fine day to enjoy the views across Ullswater and to the Helvellyn ridge.
Helvellyn and Raise from Swirls
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11.14km
+867m
-868m
5h40
Average
Starting point in St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn - Cumbria This Lake District walk starts from Swirls and ascends Helvellyn via Browncove Crags. The route continues north over Whiteside and Raise to reach Sticks Pass from where a descent back into the valley is made. This is a great route to the top of England's third highest mountain with equally stunning views.
Loweswater Terrace
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9.22km
+213m
-220m
3h15
Average
Starting point in Loweswater - Cumbria A stunning circular walk with beautiful views over Loweswater and the surrounding fells.
Green Gable & Gillercomb Horseshoe from Seathwaite
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7.82km
+734m
-726m
4h20
Average
Starting point in Borrowdale - Cumbria An energetic Lake District Horseshoe walk that takes in four summits as you keep to the high ground surrounding Gillercomb. The walk could also be extended to take in Great Gable if time and energy permit!
Ard Crags and Knott Rigg Circular
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8.36km
+443m
-442m
3h40
Average
Starting point in Above Derwent - Cumbria On this circular walk you will be rewarded with a lovely ascent up the small but beautiful Ard Crags, followed by an undulating ridge to Knott Rigg. The descent from Knott Rigg keeps to the top of a second ridge with good views ahead. The last section takes in farmland paths and tracks before joining the road.
25.26km
+1659m
-1600m
11h55
Difficult
Starting point in Keswick - Cumbria 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.
7.26km
+216m
-220m
2h40
Average
Starting point in Above Derwent - Cumbria An interesting low level walk with the opportunity to explore old mine workings as an option. The walk takes in farmland paths and tracks and ventures above the fell wall to the dam and reservoir built by the miners. Even if you choose not to venture into the mine tunnels finding the entrances is mini adventure. Newlands Church is lovely and adds further interest to the walk.
16.19km
+833m
-765m
7h00
Difficult
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria Here's a collection of routes starting or finishing at a YHA in The Lakes. Along the way are 6 Wainwrights, 3 tarns,1 lake and 2 pubs.
22.88km
+1641m
-1618m
11h15
Difficult
Starting point in Wasdale - Cumbria 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 5 Wainwrights, 4 tarns and 1 pub.
20km
+1206m
-1276m
9h10
Difficult
Starting point in Ennerdale and Kinniside - Cumbria 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 6 Wainwrights, 3 tarns, 1 lake and a pub.
Hawkshead Courthouse
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2.27km
+25m
-25m
0h45
Easy
Starting point in Hawkshead - Cumbria Easy walk around Hawkshead area, between fields and along the river.
St Patrick’s Church, Helsington
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3.29km
+95m
-96m
1h15
Easy
Starting point in Helsington - Cumbria A simple, isolated church with superb views over the Lyth valley to the high fells of Lakeland.
St Anthony’s Church
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4.56km
+92m
-92m
1h35
Easy
Starting point in Cartmel Fell - Cumbria A medieval church, a fine historic house and a pretty hamlet on the River Winster.
Gummer’s How
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10.35km
+333m
-331m
3h55
Average
Starting point in Cartmel Fell - Cumbria A walk from Cartmel Fell church via a scenic tarn to a wonderful Windermere viewpoint.
Whitbarrow
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13.62km
+337m
-339m
4h50
Average
Starting point in Cartmel Fell - Cumbria Woodland and striking limestone scenery with wildlife galore and outstanding views.
Scout Scar
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12.69km
+262m
-262m
4h25
Average
Starting point in Helsington - Cumbria An extended walk along a glorious limestone edge with superb views and fantastic wildlife.
Sizergh Castle
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6.49km
+117m
-117m
2h10
Easy
Starting point in Helsington - Cumbria A wood renowned for its wild daffodils and rare butterflies, and a famous house and garden.
18.15km
+811m
-811m
7h30
Average
Starting point in Patterdale - Cumbria A circular walk from Patterdale which ascends gradually to take in the great views from Angletarn Pikes and The Knott before passing over the Straits of Riggingdale to High Street and The Beacon at Thornwaite Crag. It then descends Threshwaite Cove to Hartsop and a return to Patterdale.
Crinkle Crags
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11.39km
+740m
-742m
5h20
Difficult
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria Crinkle Crags summits lie facing the summits of Langdale Fell separated by Mickleden Beck River valley.
Langdale Pikes
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10.58km
+770m
-770m
5h15
Difficult
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria A hike to four summits discovering a wide range of this part of the Nation Park Lake District. The Park Lake District trails aren't waymarked. There are very few signs but the pathway is straightforward as there aren't many crossings. It is, however, preferable not to leave the trail, especially in foggy weather.
Hike around Helvellyn Mountain
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15.86km
+897m
-891m
7h05
Difficult
Starting point in Patterdale - Cumbria An inevitable hike, to the most popular peak of the Lake District, Helwellyn. A hike made all the more pleasant by passing along two lakes: Red Tarn Lake and Grisedale Ran Lake.
Great Gable and Green Gable
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8.67km
+784m
-784m
4h45
Difficult
Starting point in Borrowdale - Cumbria To the west of the Cumbrian Mountains, both Great and Green Gable summits offer a pleasant hike.
Loughrigg Tarn and Loughrigg Fell from Elterwater
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6.8km
+288m
-286m
2h45
Easy
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria This is a short walk with a lot of interest. Despite it not tackling any of the major Lakeland summits the views over Loughrigg Tarn are excellent and the panorama from Loughrigg Fell is one of the best. The descent through the arboretum of High Close and Low Wood maintains the interest. This is a great walk for a half day, perhaps when it has rained and then has started to brighten up.
Lingmoor, Side Pike and Little Langdale
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14.4km
+574m
-572m
5h45
Average
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria This is an interesting walk from Elterwater or Chapel Stile.
Lower Western fells
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19.26km
+1054m
-1054m
8h30
Average
Starting point in Loweswater - Cumbria A walk taking in four Wainwright summits, with views of 4 lakes and the skyline of the High Western fells. The walk can be taken either clockwise or anticlockwise.
Hazeldene to Miller Ground
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4.44km
+34m
-38m
1h20
Easy
Starting point in Windermere - Cumbria From Bank Road to Miller Ground with beach and pontoons overlooking Lake Windermere and waterfalls at Wynlass Beck and Mill Beck 20 yards up Sherriffs walk.
Langdale Valley Bottom circular
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11.25km
+160m
-160m
3h40
Average
Starting point in Lakes - Cumbria A short, and mainly flat, walk which circumnavigates the bottom of the Langdale valley. Good for half a day or when the tops are clagged in. It passes both of the Dungeon Ghyll hotels where refreshments are available.
13.55km
+498m
-580m
5h20
Easy
Starting point in Windermere - Cumbria 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.
14.58km
+1224m
-1034m
7h40
Average
Starting point in Borrowdale - Cumbria 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, there are 4 Wainwrights and 5 tarns.
