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

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

16.5km / 10.2 miles / 5.5-6 hours Ascent 759m/2490ft

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

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

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