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Wansfell Pike from Troutbeck
This is a lovely 2.5 mile walk from Troutbeck, in the South Lakes up to Wansfell Pike (a Wainwright fell), above Ambleside and with wide ranging views across Helvellyn, Coniston Old Man, Red Screes, Garburn Pass, Windermere, Rydal, Grasmere and Morecambe Bay. It can easily be extended to include Baystones (another Wainwright) which adds another…
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Shap Abbey
A lovely little hidden gem, Shap Abbey is a beautiful place to explore.
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Red Screes, Kirkstone Pass
Today’s walk was short and steep, up to the top of Red Screes, at the top of the Kirkstone Pass above Ambleside. 1.5 miles in total. Splendid views spanning as far as Windermere, Coniston, Morecambe Bay, Brotherswater and Ulswater. It’s a short, sharp climb and is fantastic for adventurous kids who like to scramble and…
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Penny Rock Beach, Grasmere
Penny Rock Beach, on the shores of Grasmere, is one of our regular family outings. You can combine it with a walk from White Moss, Rydal Caves or up Loughrigg Fell. Or just head straight to the beach for fun in the sun! We love to take a picnic, our swimming stuff and our friends…
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Buckstones Jump, Rydal
Buckstones Jump near Rydal has been on our list for a long time, and finally we made it there today! What an awesome little spot! It’s a short walk up from Rydal and offers a great little beach area, with stones on one side and grass on the other. There’s waterfalls and pools to swim…
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Allan Bank, Grasmere
Allan Bank in Grasmere ranks highly on our list of favourite National Trust spots, it’s only drawback being the lack of car parking. So for this one, park anywhere in Grasmere Village and walk up to the house from the little road next to the Grasmere Inn. The house and grounds are beautiful, with stunning…
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Furness Abbey, Barrow-in-Furness
We found ourselves in Barrow-in-Furness, to the south of the Lake District, on a beautiful sunny afternoon. We’d heard about Furness Abbey, but never visited. What an amazing hidden gem! The place is amazing! Huge ruins of the old abbey. The children absolutely loved clambering over and through it. They played games and we stayed…
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Reston Scar, Staveley
Today’s walk took us to Reston Scar, which is just above Staveley village. It’s a beautiful 2 mile circular loop walk, taking in Black Crag and Reston Scar. With views out over Ings, Staveley and the mountains beyond. It finishes in Staveley village playground and / or the Eagle & Child pub!
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Family Walks and Pubs in the Lake District 