Description
Book SynopsisJonathan and Lesley Williams have chosen 15 of the best short walks around Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere for you to explore. Our guide comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family.
We've included information on local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops, and most of the walks can be completed in under 3 hours.
We haven't included any walks with challenging terrain or complicated navigation, and all you'll need to take with you are a waterproof jacket and a pair of comfortable trainers.
Table of ContentsLocation of walks Map key Using this guide Routes in this book Clothing and footwear Walk descriptions Maps, GPX files and what3words Walking with children Dogs Enjoying the countryside responsibly Route summary table Introduction Walking in the Lake District Things to see Where to stay Travel The walks Walk 1 Bowness, Windermere and School Knott Walk 2 Windermere, Orrest Head and Holehird Gardens Walk 3 Near and Far Sawrey, and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top Walk 4 Windermere's western shore and Wray Castle Walk 5 Troutbeck village and upper valley Walk 6 Wansfell, Troutbeck and Robin Lane Walk 7 High and Low Sweden Bridges from Ambleside Walk 8 Lily Tarn, Windermere view and Galava Roman Fort Walk 9 Loughrigg from Ambleside Walk 10 Ambleside to Elterwater Walk 11 Elterwater and Red Bank Walk 12 Dove Cottage, Grasmere and Rydal Walk 13 Silver How from Grasmere Walk 14 Easedale Tarn Walk 15 Helm Crag - The Lion and the Lamb Useful information
