Walking guides for Northern England and National Trails

The Coast to Coast walk, popularised by Wainwright, runs from St Bees Head in Cumbria to Robin Hood’s Bay on Yorkshire’s east coast. At 178 miles (300km), this popular long-distance walk can be easily walked within a two-week holiday. Third edition of this successful guide. More >>

This inspirational guidebook looks at each of the National Trails in turn, through England, Wales and Scotland, describing what makes each of them so special and providing the practical information to help you plan your route. A definitive reference to the best of British walking. More >>

Picturesque 78 mile route through the Yorkshire Dales and the eastern fringe of the Lake District between Ilkley and Bowness on Windermere. The Dales Way is one of the gentlest multi-day walks in Britain, and an excellent introduction to long-distance walking. Route described in both directions.  More >>

The Teesdale Way explores the River Tees for 100 miles from its source in the Cumbrian North Pennines to its outlet at Middlesbrough on the north-east coast. A fortnight allows time to complete the route and to explore along the way. Also outlines 10 circular walks from the route. More >>

A World Heritage Site, Hadrian’s Wall is a famous frontier, combining striking natural landscapes with monumental remains. Running between Bowness-on-Solway and Wallsend in Newcastle, the 84 mile route is described for walking in either direction, and the guide is divided into 22 stages, with detailed mapping showing the Roman remains beneath your feet. More >>

Britain's best-known long-distance walk. It can be tackled in its entirety over two to three weeks or enjoyed in several short bites. This guide divides the Pennine Way into 16 stages, each ending at a place where accommodation is available. Starting in the Peak District at Edale, and ending in Kirk Yetholm near Kelso. More >>

25 great backpacker’s routes throughout northern England from the Dales and Forest of Bowland, to the Lakes and Pennines, and up to the Cheviots on Scottish border. Tough routes if done in one day, but good two-day outings in remote spots. More >>