The traditional Lake District village of Threlkeld nestles at the foot of Blencathra – so you can make this a car-free weekend.

14.5km / 9 miles / 5-5.5 hours Ascent 777m/2550ft

Ascent 903m/2960ft 12.3km / 7.6 miles / 4 hours

The Lake District National Park, in England’s north-west, has inspired countless poets, authors and artists, hillwalkers, nature lovers and day trippers. With its rugged peaks, green valleys, seemingl

17.3km / 10.7 miles / 7 hours Ascent 1182m/3878ft

Swaledale isn’t all barns and drystone walls... This Yorkshire Dales walk takes you over open moors to discover the local mining heritage.