Maryport to solway firth

James Forrest samples a superb section of the Coast to Coast

Vivienne Crow gets to walk two National Trails for the price of one

Andrew Galloway walks a linear route that’s a microcosm of Wales’ best bits

■ Distance: 5¾ miles/9.2km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

Amy McPherson explores an interesting stretch of our coastline, where nature is recovering from the region’s industrial past

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