Short Walks in Lakeland - Walks in western English Lake District

Cover of Short Walks in Lakeland Book 3 West Lakeland

This third guidebook in the Short Walks in Lakeland series covers the west of the English Lake District – Duddon Valley and the Coast, Eskdale, Wasdale, Ennerdale, Lorton Vale, Buttermere and the north-west lakes. 50 routes between 4 and 8 miles for half- or full-day walks, mainly in lower fells and valleys, but grabbing the occasional peak.

Seasons

Year round, but be prepared under winter conditions for things to be much tougher.

Centres

Access to the West Lakes is through either Keswick in the north or through the South Lakes (or through Wrynose and Hardknott passes).

Difficulty

Half- to full-day walks, mainly in lower fells and valleys, plus worthwhile summits. Easier routes than the high fells.

Must See

Wild Wasdale, remote Ennerdale, high ridges around Buttermere, plus less-known and quieter walks down to the coast near St Bees and Ravenglass.

Short Walks in Lakeland Book 3 West Lakeland

Authors

Aileen Evans
Brian Evans

Cover

Paperback - Laminated

Edition

First

Published

1 Oct 2000

ISBN_13

9781852843083

Availability

Reprinting

Price £10.99

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The third and final guidebook book in the Short Walks in Lakeland trilogy, the series also covers walking routes in the South Lake District (book 1) and North Lake District (book 2).

This guide covers 50 walking routes around the Duddon Valley and the coast, Eskdale, Wasdale, Ennerdale and the coast, Lorton Vale, Buttermere and the north-west. The walks described are generally between 4 and 8 miles - enough to pleasantly fill a good half-day, and ideal for day visitors and family walkers.

Priority is given to the lower fells and dales, which include many worthwhile summits. Some of the walks are classics and well used. Others seek out lonely tracks which are still green and a joy to walk. Interesting features are pointed out along the way, whilst the specially drawn maps help with navigation.

The combination of detailed description and clear, easy-to-follow maps and evocative sketches makes this book ideal for anyone who wants to explore West Lakeland.