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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.
The Cumbria Way runs through the heart of the Lake District, from the attractive market town of…
We offer a range of private group experiences near Kendal, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning,…
At Contours Holidays, we think that the Bob Graham Round is simply too good a route to be…
Get the most out of your time in the Lake District with a Muddy Boots private guided walk tailored…
From leisurely lakeside strolls to more challenging fell climbs and classic Lakeland ridge walks,…
For many, Scafell Pike is the ultimate mountain day and presides high on the bucket list. We can…
This one day introduction to map reading and navigation is suitable for anyone who would like to…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
The Swallows and Amazons app is your guide to the places that inspired the legendary book series…
We offer a range of private group experiences near Windermere, including ghyll scrambling,…
Created by Alfred Wainwright, the full Coast to Coast Walk crosses the North of England from the…
Join us on one of our favourite forest wanders exploring Chapel House, certainly one of the best…
Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe…
Develop outdoor skills with us - we offer abseiling and navigation courses in Langdale, Coniston…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
This is the ideal activity for groups of 8 or more who want to challenge both their mind and body.…
Experience the thrill of an after-dark adventure and discover how nocturnal creatures make the…
Vertical Skills - Adventure Activity Provider; offering Canyoning, Ghyll scrambling, Climbing…
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as…
The English Lake District is one of Britain’s most beautiful corners: a magical mix of rocky…
Our holidays are car-free, with walks starting right from your hotel door and returning you there…
Contours Holidays designed the Derwentwater Round as a gentle, relaxing two-day meander around the…
Join us for a half-day guided woodland walk in the South Lakes, learning some bushcraft essentials…
There’s no better place in England to stretch your legs than Cumbria.
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