Walking climbing and scrambing guide books English Lake District

Fifty memorable expeditions on the high fells of Lakeland. Graded circular routes equally suitable for the moderately adventurous walker looking for undiscovered areas and for the less experienced walker starting out on the fells.  More >>

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 >>

A scenic, seven-day circular route (93 miles) around the Lake District. The tour gives a flavour of each of the main Lakeland valleys and their different character. High-level alternative sections and short walks also described. More >>

Every known winter climb from every part of the Lake District is described in a fresh new format – nearly 1000 routes in all. From classic high-mountain gullies to frozen watercourses and icefalls. A joint production by the Fell and Rock Climbing Club and Cicerone Press. More >>

110 graded scramble routes amongst the Lake District's rocks, gills and crags. Scrambling (rougher walking routes where you’ll need to use your hands) is becoming increasingly popular, and is a way of enjoying the wilder Lakeland. This guide covers Wasdale, Ennerdale and Buttermere, Borrowdale, Thirlmere, Patterdale, Mardale and Swindale. More >>

126 graded scramble routes amongst the Lake District, rocks, gills and crags. Scrambling (rougher walking routes where you’ll need to use your hands) is becoming increasingly popular, and is a way of enjoying the wilder Lakeland. This guide covers Langdale, Coniston, Duddon, Eskdale, Longsleddale and Kentmere. More >>

This continuous 298km (182 mile) walking route from Silverdale, on Morecambe Bay, towards Gretna on the Scottish border, links a number of gems of landscape, wildlife, archaeology and history along this often little-known coastline. A walk of 10–14 days suitable for all levels of ability. 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 >>

Beautifully hand-drawn coloured charts portray the Lake District’s seventeen lakes and surrounding shores. Together with the author’s notes, they illustrate over 124 miles of shoreline for exploration by canoe or boat, and over 150 miles for walkers to trace on paths, tracks and minor roads.  More >>

A family walking guide to the Lake District that encourages children to choose and lead the walks. Aimed at six- to fourteen-year-old children, the guide’s clear instructions and bright illustrations make each walk easy and fun to follow. 10 walks between 1.2km and 5.2km on varied terrain. More >>