North West England is where high fells meet green valleys, and still lakes reflect the sky. It’s a region shaped by contrast — wild uplands and gentle meadows, weathered ridges and wooded slopes — all made for walking, whether you’re climbing to a craggy summit, meandering beside a mirror-like tarn, or following old stone paths between villages.
This is walking country with heart, where every footstep brings a new perspective — a distant ridge, a field of sheep, or the hush of wind through heather and pine.
England’s most iconic walking destination is a land of peaks and waters. Climb celebrated fells like Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, or Catbells, or follow gentler trails beside Grasmere, Buttermere, or Derwentwater. For a deeper journey, walk the Cumbria Way, which winds 70 miles from Ulverston to Carlisle through valleys, towns, and timeless farms.
The western Dales reach into the North West with sweeping hills, limestone cliffs, and charming market towns. Explore Malham Cove, Dentdale, or Sedbergh, and discover a region of drystone walls, green pastures, and welcoming pubs. Long and short walks crisscross this quietly rugged landscape, rich with heritage.
Tucked between the Lakes and Dales, this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers remote moorland, heather ridges, and wooded cloughs. With fewer crowds and far-reaching views, it’s perfect for peaceful walking days. Follow quiet tracks past farms and stone villages, and stop in for a pint at a fireside inn.
