Our walks th is month 1 Quiraing Isle ...

Bag five Wainwrights on a wintry outing across the Uldale Fells of Back o’Skiddaw – a quiet escape from the crowds of other parts of Lakeland .

The new year is here, so let’s make it an adventurous one. TGO is starting as we mean to go on – no, not with a listicle (!) but with our pick of high and wild places to get you excited and keep you inspired throughout 2026

■ Distance: 6 miles/10km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 6½ miles/10.5km ■ Time: 4-5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

■ Distance: 9 miles/14.5km ■ Time: 5-6 hours ■ Grade: Moderate