Welcome to Days in the Lakes
Welcome to Days in the Lakes where we'll share walks, runs, hikes and bike rides around England's Lake District. Categorisation and difficulty are based on how we tackled the route on the day.
Latest Routes
8 January 2025
Cat Bells & Cat Bells Terrace Loop
A popular loop up Cat Bells and back along the terrace path, but this time with snow making it extra special.
4 January 2025
Ashness Bridge from Great Wood
A varied walk up through woodland along a sometimes rocky path to Ashness Bridge and back along the lakeshore.
3 January 2025
Great Mell Fell
An easy if somewhat steep walk to a fantastic viewpoint at the top.
2 January 2025
Glencoyne Park, Sheffield Pike & Heron Pike
An excellent adventure on a beautiful day - views for miles and a fantastic start to the New Year!
29 December 2024
Millican Dalton's Cave
A lovely, flat walk from Rosthwaite taking in a child-friendly bit of scrambling in some caves at the northern end.
13 December 2024
Hopegill Head via Whiteside
A nice hike in a quieter part of the Lake District in dramatic scenery.
31 July 2024
Bowscale Tarn via Bowscale Fell
A steep initial ascent gives way to easier running with panoramic views past Skiddaw - right out to sea on a clear day.
24 March 2024
High Rigg from St John's in the Vale
Starting in the scenic St John's in the Vale, this route has beautiful views towards Skiddaw and Blencathra to the north as well as Thirlmere to the south.