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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.
Leave the tarmac of urban running far behind and explore incredible landscapes only accessible on…
Our holidays are car-free, with walks starting right from your hotel door and returning you there…
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
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From leisurely lakeside strolls to more challenging fell climbs and classic Lakeland ridge walks,…
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This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
As well as beautiful scenery, the Lake District is also famous for its associations with a large…
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Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks…
From short walks along valley bottoms or around lake shores, to lesser known mountain routes on the…
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Master the 'Art of Nordic Walking' with our , Nicky Merrett, AKA Nordic Nic, or Sean Bolland our…
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There’s no better place in England to stretch your legs than Cumbria.
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