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One Week Walking Holiday

	Quality accommodation of your choice.
	Beautiful bedrooms offering all modern day private facilities.
	Round trip transfers from Windermere train station and your hotel.
	Five days of guided walks (two walks per day).
	Luxury transport to and from walks and day tour.

An easy start from the hotel brings us to the foot of today's Lakeland Fell.

Moderate Hike A broad grassy ridge reaches up to the prominent summit of Steel Fell. This is the start of an interesting and rewarding horseshoe walk. The ridge stretches out ahead, and we follow it, appreciating the ever-changing views over Thirlmere and Grasmere Lakes. The undulating ridge concludes on the dramatic Helm Crag with the unusual rock formations of the ‘Lion and the Lamb’. We descend to the valley to visit one of Wordsworth's haunts for afternoon tea, before returning to Grasmere Village.  
Distance: 7 miles ( 11 km ) Ascent: 2,150 ft ( 650 m )

Easy Walk Leaving from the hotel we make our way to the scenic view point of White Moss Common. We then follow an ancient Coffin Track behind Rydal Mount and Dove Cottage (Wordsworth's old homes). After stopping at the tea shop we make our refreshed way to the shore of Rydal Water. From here it's on to Rydal Cave and then on to Grasmere Lake. We are accompanied with lovely views as we return to Grasmere village and now there is time to have a look around or find a nice place for afternoon tea.   
Distance: 6 miles ( 10 km ) Ascent: 825 ft ( 250 m )

Monday Blencathra and Keswick
A scenic journey takes us over the pass of Dunmail and past the lovely Thirlmere to Threlkeld and then Keswick.

Hard Hike A short walk brings us to today’s objective. It is a fine approach to one of the most dramatic mountains in the Lake District, Blencathra. We usually ascend the arête of Hall’s Fell directly to the summit which provides the most dramatic views over the vale of St. John below. From the summit a leisurely descent is made into the hidden and unfrequented Glenderaterra before we return to Keswick via the summit of Latrigg.  
Distance: 10 miles ( 16 km ) Ascent: 3,300 ft ( 1,000 m )

Fair Walk We make our way around Keswick and across the River Derwent to the village of Portinscale. The path through the old beech woodlands is a delight. The path runs on to the Cat Bells ridge. This delightful ridge has excellent views over both Newlands Valley and Derwentwater. The ridge is followed on towards Maiden Moor before we descend the shepherds’ track to Grange Village for afternoon tea. The Keswick Launch now provides a relaxing cruise back across the lake to Keswick. Distance: 8 miles ( 13 km ) Ascent: 2,000 ft ( 600 m )

Tuesday Bow Fell and Langdale Valley
Today, we explore the lush Langdale Valley and the majestic rolling fells of the Southern Lakes.

Hard Hike Passing through the lush valley bottom we soon get warmed up as we ascend onto the popular ‘Band’ . This broad ridge rises quickly taking us up into the high mountains. The finest route along the climbers’ traverse provides a stimulating view down across the Langdales as we approach the rocky peak of Bow Fell. From here the undulating ridge stretches out across the appropriately named Crinkle Crags. This walk has uninterrupted views across the whole of the Western and Southern Lakes to be enjoyed throughout the day!
Distance: 10 miles ( 164 km ) Ascent: 3,450 ft ( 1,050 m )

Fair Walk Starting from Great Langdale, gentle streamside footpaths lead us through into the glaciated hanging valley of Little Langdale. This hidden valley is a delight to pass through with tumbling waterfalls and lost lakes. After a gentle morning the route passes across the heather-clad fell of Lingmoor, with views to provide ample rewards for your efforts.  

A scenic coach ride over the renowned Kirkstone Pass brings us to Ullswater, the second longest lake in England, with the third highest mountain on its shores.

Hard Hike The coach is left in the small village of Glenridding as we begin one of the finest mountain walks in England. The path leads along the flank of the open valley en route to the high peak of Catstycam. This isolated peak is only linked to another mountain by the narrow and rocky, Swirral Edge. Indeed, it is this ridge that we follow across and up to the summit of Helvellyn. This is the third highest mountain in England, but the views it reveals are second to none! The descent follows the more famous Striding Edge, another rocky arête to the foot of the Grisedale valley. A pleasant and gentle valley path leads us on to the coaching inn of the White Lion for a well earned refreshment.
Distance: 7.5 miles ( 12 km ) Ascent: 2,950 ft ( 900 m )

Fair Walk From Glenridding, we cruise across Ullswater on a majestic 100 year old yacht to the hamlet of Howtown. Leaving the boats behind we ascend into the secluded valley of Martindale, with its ancient village church. Beyond, the ridge of Beda Fell rises upwards. Keep your eyes open on this walk, the rare Golden Eagles nest near to here! The views extend up to Helvellyn, with Striding and Swirral Edges being particularly prominent. The grassy path now descends to the tranquil Angle Tarn, before we follow the Pilgrim’s Path back to Patterdale Village.
Distance: 6 miles ( 10 km ) Ascent: 1,700 ft ( 520 m )

A short coach ride takes us in to the picturesque town of Ambleside.

Hard Hike Alighting from the coach in the market town of Ambleside, the buildings are soon left behind as we ascend the ridge to Low Pike. The views are tremendous, as the whole of the southern lakes lie below. Ahead the amazing ridge stretches out in a giant horseshoe, the highest point of which is Fairfield, today's objective. As the ridge is followed around the views change progressively looking towards Kentmere Fells, Ullswater, Helvellyn and down to the village of Grasmere.
Distance: 8.5 miles ( 14 km ) Ascent: 3,350 ft ( 1,020 m )

Fair Walk Leaving the thriving village of Grasmere behind, we enter the quieter valley of Easedale. The path climbs adjacent to the tumbling Sour Milk Gill to reveal the hidden Easedale Tarn. A narrow path leads on, ascending onto the broad ridge of Blea Rigg which portrays the legendary Langdale Pikes beyond. The ridge continues on to Silver How, one of the finest view points of the Grasmere and Rydal Lakes. The descent is gentle and accompanied by lovely views as we return to Grasmere village, with time to have a look around or find a nice place for afternoon tea.
Distance: 8 miles ( 13 km ) Ascent: 1,650 ft ( 500 m )

Sadly, after breakfast, you must leave the wonderful English Lake District behind. Transportation is available for those taking the connecting train at Windermere.