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

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

No need for blood, sweat or tears here, as the smiles break out on the easier edge of the Southern Uplands ’ Galloway Hills.

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