Blencathra , lake district

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

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

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

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

Moments enjoyed, lessons learned, the strange thoughts that only happen on a walk: welcome to the bits and pieces that don’t make big stories, but do make a difference.

Explore the Peak District ’s rugged beauty with the Dark Peak’s wilder side.