This is an up-and-down hike of 4 miles on the Dodd fell summit trail, a relatively small fell of 502m with amazing views over Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwent Water. The walk starts from the Old Sawmill tea rooms and should take around 2-3 hours. ... READ MORE »
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The Wythop and Lorton Fells | 12 Miles
This walk in the Wythop and Lorton Fells ticks off 7 Wainwrights in one walk: Graystones, Ling Fell, Sale Fell, Broom Fell, Lord's Seat, Barf and Whinlatter. Although these aren't huge summits, this is a challenging 12.5 mile walk exploring the peaceful North Western Fells. The North Western Fells are characterised by soaring east-west ridges and an absence of mountain tarns, and are wilder and ... READ MORE »
Sheen Hill Trig Point | 6 Miles
This 6 mile walk starts in the pretty village of Hartington before heading out to explore the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands. The walk visits Sheen Hill trig point, which has amazing views, and passes near Bank Top trig point. ... READ MORE »
Walks in the Lake District: Binsey | 1.5 Miles
Binsey is a low but prominent hill to the north of beautiful Bassenthwaite in the Northern Fells. At 447m above sea level it's one of the smaller Lakeland fells but the views on a clear day are amazing. This Binsey walk is a straight forward out-and-back of 1.5 miles. ... READ MORE »
Edale to Kinder Scout and Mam Tor | 12 Miles
If you're looking for challenging walks near Edale, or Edale Skyline training hikes, this is the walk for you! This 12 mile Kinder Scout and Mam Tor circular walk starts from Barber Booth car park in Edale and heads up Crowden Clough onto Kinder Scout. The route then explores the southern edge of Kinder Scout, with stunning views over Edale itself, and heads around to Brown Knoll and Rushup Edge. ... READ MORE »