The best Lake District hikes
The Lake District, a tapestry of rugged fells, tranquil lakes, and charming villages, beckons hikers and nature lovers alike.
Join us as we explore the most stunning walks in this iconic region, where every step is a journey into natural beauty.
The Lakeland Retreats guide to the best walks in the Lake District
Lace up your boots and prepare to be enchanted. The Lake District is a walker’s paradise, offering countless opportunities to immerse yourself in nature’s wonders.
Discover our top picks for unforgettable hikes and start planning your next adventure today.
Ambleside dog walks
From woodland wanders to lakeside ambles and hilly hikes, there are plenty of walks to do with your furry friend from Ambleside.
Our top 4 Staveley walks – from meanders to mountains
Staveley is a charming village surrounded by some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in England, a perfect spot for walking!
Best walks in the Lake District
With its stunning fells, shimmering lakes, and picturesque valleys, it offers a walking experience for every ability and desire
Six South Lakes Walks
Whether you like a low-level amble or scaling the heights of a mountain, thereâs a walk in the South Lakes thatâs right up your ginnel!
Accessible walks in the lake district
Exploring the Lake District with mobility issues is becoming increasingly accessible, with initiatives and resources to cater to your needs
5 Troutbeck walks with great pubs, views, or both!
There’re numerous hikes heading up the valley â or maybe theyâre just heading to one of the two traditional country pubs in the village?
Explore the Parks in Ambleside
If you want to escape the crowds for a while, or just relax and let the kids run around for a bit, there are plenty of brilliant parks!
6 Walks from Ambleside town centre
If youâre staying in Ambleside, you donât have to get in the car to start enjoying the jaw-droppingly beautiful Lake District scenery.
Walks near Coniston: 6 of the Best hikes for all Levels
Lakeside strolls, challenging climbs, scrambles, serene valleys, industrial remains, vast caverns, flooded quarries⌠Coniston has them all!
4 Beautiful, Easy Hawkshead Walks
There are plenty of easy walks from the centre of the village. Here are a few family-friendly ideas to give your walking boots a workout.
6 Grasmere walks you need to bag on your next visit
If youâre staying in Grasmere â lucky you â you wonât have to get in the car to start enjoying the breath taking scenery on your doorstep
Cathedral Cave and Other top Caves in the Lake District Â
Cathedral Cave and Other Top Lake District Caves. Thereâs something about caves that fire the imagination and inspire a sense of adventure
12 waterfall walks in the Lake District
Nine Lake District  Waterfalls to visit during your Lakeland Retreat. We do have our fair share of impressive waterfalls.
5 Unmissable Easy Windermere Walks
Grab the kids, grab the dog, grab your gran! Here are our picks for the best steps per smile walks from Windermere and Bowness
The best walks from Keswick – Our top 7 recommendations
Looking to immerse yourself in the landscape of Keswick? Take a walk around Derwentwater, or explore one of the many trails in the area.
Discover more of the Lake District
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More things to do in the Lake District
Coniston boat trips and boat hire
Glide across the shimmering waters, surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery, captivated by the beauty and tranquilly of this idyllic lake
Keswick boat trips and boat hire
You canât beat the peace and tranquillity of being out on the water, and there are few places better to do it than on Derwentwater
Visiting the Lake District in August
The Lake District will be busy in August, so, if you love a bit of a buzz to your country escape, join the millions of visitors in the know…
Visiting the Lake District in July
Come when the weather is warmer, the daylight hours are long, and the rain is not so frequent â just donât expect to have it all to yourself.
Visiting the Lake District in June
June can be a jewel of a month to visit the Lake District. Itâs just before everything gets busy, so take advantage of the longer days!
The best coffee in the Lake District
Wake up and smell the coffee⌠in Cumbria! Weâve rounded up our pick of the best bean wranglers in the Lakes so you can look out for them!
