Description
The landscape and the journey
Vivienne Crow explores the fells above the Lake District’s lakes and valleys, from well-known summits to quieter ridges. Use the selection for a complete walking holiday or add substantial mountain days to a lakeside stay.
Routes and itinerary options
The 30 routes cover approximately 7–24 kilometres, graded 1–5. Scafell Pike, Helvellyn and Skiddaw feature alongside Fairfield, Kentmere and Coledale Horseshoes. Coverage runs from Keswick and Borrowdale to Langdale, Ambleside and Ullswater; most routes are circuits, with some public-transport links.
Maps and practical planning
1:50,000 OS Landranger maps accompany distance, ascent, difficulty, time, start and transport details. Terrain information, summary tables and Cicerone GPX files help compare options. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Open fells, airy ridges and occasional easy scrambling require fitness and navigation in poor visibility. Low Level and Lake Walks offers separate lower alternatives. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Vivienne Crow. Second edition, published in 2024. 208 pages. ISBN 9781786312266.
