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There’s no better place in England to stretch your legs than Cumbria. Whether you’re an avid, well-equipped fell climber or just stick on a comfy pair of shoes to go for a short amble, you’ll find the greatest variety of walking routes of anywhere in the country. Most of the region’s best-known walks are easily accessible from Cumbrian towns, while the mountain of supporting literature – leaflets, pamphlets and guidebooks, including the fell walker’s bible, Alfred Wainwright’s Pictorial Guide to the Lakeland Fells – means that every step you take will be well mapped. From a gentle stroll to a challenging hill walk or a multi-day trial, Cumbria has walks for every level of interest, but what makes walking here so special isn’t just the variety. It’s that going for a walk in Cumbria means stepping out onto nature’s most beautiful canvas, with stunning scenery at virtually every step.
From short walks along valley bottoms or around lake shores, to lesser known mountain routes on the…
Created by Alfred Wainwright, the full Coast to Coast Walk crosses the North of England from the…
A relaxed and easy walking tour around the heart of the historic city of Carlisle. Discover some…
During the nineteenth century, adventurous tourists travelled by horse-drawn carriage through…
Leave the tarmac of urban running far behind and explore incredible landscapes only accessible on…
Enjoy an excellent introduction to the charms of the English Lake District on the official Cumbria…
Guided Fell Walks by Genuine Adventures explore the Lake District’s fells with expert-led, tailored…
Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe…
From the quiet shores of Windermere to the scenic trails around Derwentwater, Outdooractive helps…
Master the 'Art of Nordic Walking' with our , Nicky Merrett, AKA Nordic Nic, or Sean Bolland our…
Book local guide - Emma Seery - to take you on a guided hike into the high peaks and hidden corners…
The Cumbria Way runs through the heart of the Lake District, from the attractive market town of…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
The more popular mountains can become busy during holiday periods, so why not avoid the crowds by…
Join Jonny Gios for a stunning Lake District photo tour. Perfect for all skill levels, explore…
Do you want to learn what to do when the mist comes down and how to accurately take and follow a…
Start your navigation journey with Hiking Highs, from the very beginning, the first time you have…
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as…
Mountain passes have been important thoroughfares in the Lake District ever since people needed to…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
From valleys to mountains, we offer experiences tailored to suit your needs. Offering single day…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks…
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…


There’s no better place in England to stretch your legs than Cumbria.
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