North Lakes Circuit
Self-guided walking holiday

+ A short trek in the bold Northern Lakes
+ Walk over passes and through valleys
+ Detailed route notes and trekking advice

Latest news January 2012
Please ask about our 2012 season which starts on 1 April. Thank you.

This ingenious 4-day circular walk takes you on a journey through the Northern Lakes. Start in Keswick, the handy base at the top of Derwent Water, and venture through Buttermere, Borrowdale and Threlkeld on your way round.

As a first stage, head out of Keswick and reach the village of Buttermere. The scene here is quite different, enclosed within two mountain ridges and with Buttermere and Crummock Water on hand. Next a rough path takes you over to Rosthwaite in Borrowdale. Carry on the journey across the fells to Threlkeld sitting underneath Blencathra, before the last stage that follows the classic Lakeland route towards Skiddaw House and back to Keswick.

The theme of this short trek is an exploration of the area's less well-known tracks and trails. Many walkers will have climbed the high fells that line the route throughout, but might not have ventured into the quiet valleys and over the high passes. This route lets you put into perspective any previous visits, gaining a proper feel for what's where in this classic outdoor region.

Your accommodation is in our schedule of friendly guesthouses, B&Bs and inns. As always, we favour a handy location in the village and a good welcome. Each night brings new surroundings and a chance to relax.