Three contrasting walks to discover the ever-changing terrains encircling the Borrowdale valley and village of Rosthwaite in the Lake District .

James Forrest samples a superb section of the Coast to Coast

■ Distance: 5¼ miles/8.5km ■ Time: 3-4hours ■ Grade: Moderate

STIPERSTONES RIDGE CIRCULAR Level Moderate Elevation gain 164m Length 4.8km (1hr 25min) Description A rugged walk across a dramatic ridge with panoramic views over the Shropshire Hills, featuring uniq

Bleaklow is hiding something under that humped silhouette and desolate title – it’s some of the finest scrambling in the Peak District .

■ Distance: 8¼ miles/13.4km ■ Time: 6-7hours ■ Grade: Challenging