4 Night Southern Lake District Guided Walking Holiday

Monk Coniston
Big Walking Sale 2026

4 nights at an HF Country House

Availability Aug-Nov 2026, Feb-Nov 2027

4 Itineraries available

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Grades 2, 3 & 5 details

132kg CO2 details

Non-members From

£539

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Members From

£509

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For group booking of 10 or more please click here
Adored for its magnificent fells, wooded hills, postcard-pretty villages, and stunning views, the Southern Lake District never fails to impress. This guided walking holiday rewards with lakeside and woodland trails, visit-worthy historic attractions, and comfortable accommodation in our country house overlooking Coniston Water. You’ll find plenty of sightseeing greats nearby, including Lake Windermere - the largest natural lake in England at 10.5 miles long, one mile wide, and 220 feet deep.

Accommodation

HF Country House
With a desirable address overlooking Coniston Water (the inspiration for Arthur Ransome’s 1930 novel, Swallows and Amazons), this characterful Grade II-listed house delights with lakeside and woodland walks from the doorstep, décor that stays true to the period feel, and plenty of Beatrix Potter references. While the children's author and illustrator did not live at the Monk Coniston estate (her beloved home was Hill Top, bought in 1905 with the royalties from The Tale of Peter Rabbit), she campaigned with the National Trust to save it from development. She then purchased the entire estate in 1930 and as the new owner she immediately sold half to the organisation, bequeathing them the other half in her will.
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Walking grades and options

This trip is graded Activity Level 2, 3 and 5.

Our best-selling Guided Walking holidays run throughout the year - with their daily choice of up to 3 walks, these breaks are ideal for anyone who enjoys exploring the countryside on foot. Perhaps choose an Easier walk, then build up to something more challenging as your holiday progresses.


What You’ll Love

  • Enjoying the dramatic landscapes of the Southern Lake District
  • Exploring places that inspired William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter
  • Visiting charming Lakeland villages
  • Spending time with like-minded people in the great outdoors
  • Finding new routes and places to explore with your HF Holidays Leader
  • Staying at Monk Coniston, our Grade II-listed country house

What's Included

  • En-suite accommodation in our 4-star country house
  • Cream tea on arrival day
  • Cooked or continental breakfast every morning
  • Daily packed lunches
  • Three-course evening meals, plus tea & coffee
  • Guided walking with experienced HF Holidays Leaders
  • Choice of three guided walks (each walking day) from March to October, and two from November to February.
  • All transport to and from walks where necessary
  • Easy-to-follow routes, maps, and information in our Discovery Point if you want to explore independently

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Itinerary

All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.

Choose one of three walks each walking day (or a choice from two walks between November and February). Please read individual itineraries/trip notes for full details. Occasionally, we may make adjustments to the route or running order to account for the weather or other practical considerations.

 

Version 1

Check-in at the hotel is available from 16:00. If you are a member you can arrive at the house from 14:00. Enjoy a complimentary cream tea at 16:30 and meet other guests.

Option 1 - Torver and Coniston Water

Distance: 10 miles (16.5km)

Ascent: 1,750 feet (540m)

In summary: Head for Coppermines Valley and walk the lower slopes of Coniston Old Man to reach the old trading route known as Walna Scar. Head on towards Torver then drop down to Coniston Water and walk the shoreline back to the house.

Highlight: Hear the water lapping on the shore as you gaze over the water to the mountains beyond.

Option 2 - Hawkshead

Distance: 7.5 miles (12km)

Ascent: 1,200 feet (380m)

In summary: A figure of 8 walk visiting the iconic beauty spot Tarn Hows, then across fields and open fell to the pretty village of Hawkshead.

Highlight: Hawkshead with its myriad of narrow alleyways. The countryside that inspired Beatrix Potter.

Option 3 - Coniston Old Man and Dow Crag

Distance:  11 miles (17.5km)

Ascent: 3,250 feet (980m)

In summary: A high level route taking in two iconic mountains.

Highlight: From the top of Coniston Old Man, the views across Goats Water take in the magnificent eastern crags of Dow Crag, thought by many to be the second most impressive rock structure in the Lake District.

Option 1 - Lingmoor Fell

Distance: 8.5 miles (14km) 

Total ascent: 1,950 feet (600m) 

In summary: Ascend to the great viewpoints of Side Pike and Lingmoor on the Langdale skyline. We descend to Elterwater Village to join the Cumbria Way along the base of this immense glacial valley. 

Highlight: The classic view of the Langdale Pikes from the summit of Lingmoor Fell.

Option 2 - Crinkle Crags and Bow Fell

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km)

Ascent: 3,400 feet (1,020m)

In summary: Heading into Oxendale we ascend towards Red Tarn to join the classic Crinkle Crags ridge. We then head via the col at Three Tarns to the imposing peak of Bow Fell. Out descent follows 'The Band' down to the valley for a well earned drink.

Highlight: There is a great sense of achievement in scaling two of Wainwrights finest fells, on this challenging but rewarding day. 

Option 3 - The Langdale Valleys

Distance: 7.5miles (12km) 

Ascent: 1,250 feet (375m)

In summary: Walk along the peaceful valley of Little Langdale with its waterfalls and iconic Slaters Bridge. We pass Blea Tarn, then descend into the larger neighbouring valley of Great Langdale. 

Highlight: Beautiful Blea Tarn, with its impressive views of some of the Lake District's most famous peaks. 

Option 1 - Grasmere and Easedale

Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km) 

Ascent: 950 feet (300m) 

In summary: Starting from the village of Grasmere we’ll walk to Easedale Tarn, an impressive glacial lake.  

Highlight: There's time to explore Grasmere, famous as the home of poet William Wordsworth. Don't forget to seek out the poet's grave in the village churchyard, or sample the famous (and very tasty) Grasmere Gingerbread. 

Option 2 - Helm Crag and Calf Crag

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km) 

Ascent: 2,000 feet (620m)

In summary: An opportunity to climb Helm Crag, one of the most distinctive Lakeland Fells with the ‘Lion and the Lamb’ rock formations on the summit. We’ll follow the ridge to Gibson Knott and Calf Crag before descending via Far Easedale. 

Highlight: It's a steep climb to the top of Helm Crag, but you'll be rewarded with great views over Grasmere. 

Option 3 - Sergeant Man to Helm Crag

Distance: 10 miles (16km)

Ascent: 2,900 feet (900m)

In summary: We leave the beautiful village of Grasmere and start the climb towards Easedale Tarn and then Sergeant Man. From Sergeant Man we follow paths across to Calf Crag, before a fantastic ridge takes us to Gibson Knott and Helm Crag. A steep descent then takes us to a well earned rest in Grasmere.

Highlight: Enjoy the superb views into Langdale from Sergeant Man, as well as exploring several Wainwrights along this great walk.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

Version 2

Check-in at the hotel is available from 16:00. If you are a member you can arrive at the house from 14:00. Enjoy a complimentary cream tea at 16:30 and meet other guests.

Option 1 - Coppermines Valley

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Ascent: 1,250 ft (380m)

In summary: Walk in the historic Coppermines valley and the lower slopes of Coniston Old Man.

Highlight: The history of mining in the area and feeling of being in among the fells.

Option 2 - Swirl How and Wetherlam

Distance: 10.5 miles (17km)

Ascent: 3,450 feet (1,050m)

In summary: A mountain top ridge walk with one mild but exhilarating scramble.

Highlight: The top of Swirl How, with the ridges and views heading off in all directions.

Option 3 - Coppermines Valley and Levers Water

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km) 

Ascent: 1,700 feet (520m)

In summary: We walk from the house into the historic Coppermines Valley. We make our way to the shores of Levers Water passing remains of a once vibrant mining industry. 

Highlight: The long and fascinating history of mining and admiring the surrounding mountains from Levers Water.

Option 1 - Langdale Pikes

Distance: 10 miles (16km) 

Ascent: 3,300 feet (1020m) 

In summary: Explore the popular Langdale Pikes with visits to the summits of Pavey Ark, Harrison Stickle, Pike O’Stickle and, potentially, Rossett Pike.  

Highlight: This walk along the Langdale skyline contains some of Lakeland's most iconic peaks. 

Option 2 - Langdale Valley

Distance: 7.5 miles (11.5km)

Ascent: 920 feet (280m)

In summary: Follow the Langdale Valley past Elterwater village, to the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel through increasingly grand scenery.  

Highlight: The two spectacular waterfalls of Colwith Force and Skelwith Force; two of the best cascades in the Lake District. 

Option 3 - Pike O'Blisco

Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 2,060 feet (640m)

In summary: Starting at the New Dungeon Ghyll, we head up on a good path beneath Side Pike, to the road col over to Little Langdale. Here we turn and continue our ascent to the rocky summit of Pike O’Blisco. We head down via Oxendale and make our way back past the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel.

Highlight: An impressive peak in its own right, surrounded by great mountain ridges.

Option 1 - Red Screes and Dove Crag

Distance: 11 miles (18km) 

Total ascent: 3,600 feet (1,100m) 

In summary: A challenging circuit taking in Red Screes and Dove Crag, returning to Ambleside over High Pike and Low Pike. The ascent of Red Screes entails a steep scramble. 

Highlight: With four 'Wainwright' summits to bag, this is a great high level route for a keen walker. 

Option 2 - Troutbeck and Ambleside

Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km) 

Ascent: 920 feet (280m) 

In summary: Enjoy fabulous views of Windermere from the lower slopes of Wansfell on a walk from 17th century Jesus Church at Troutbeck to Ambleside. 

Highlight: There's plenty of time to explore the popular town of Ambleside or relax by the lake shore. 

Option 3 - Orrest Head and Wansfell Pike

Distance: 8 miles (13km)

Ascent: 1,900 feet (580m)

In summary: Enjoy spectacular views from Orrest Head before descending to the village of Troutbeck. We then ascend Wansfell Pike, another magnificent viewpoint, before our final descent into Ambleside. 

Highlight: Beatrix Potter used to live at Troutbeck Park Farm, where she bred herdwick sheep. The property, and the sheep are now the property of the National Trust.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

Version 3

Check-in at the hotel is available from 16:00. If you are a member you can arrive at the house from 14:00. Enjoy a complimentary cream tea at 16:30 and meet other guests.

Option 1 - Hawkshead

Distance: 7.5 miles (12km)

Ascent: 1,200 feet (380m)

In summary: A figure of 8 walk visiting the iconic beauty spot Tarn Hows, then across fields and open fell to the pretty village of Hawkshead.

Highlight: Hawkshead with its myriad of narrow alleyways. The countryside that inspired Beatrix Potter.

Option 2 - Coniston to Hawkshead via Grizedale

Distance: 8 miles (13km)

Ascent: 1,500 feet (460m)

In summary: Walk to Hawkshead village via Grizedale Forest and return over fields and open fell to Tarn Hows.

Highlight: Hawkshead with its myriad of narrow alleyways and connections with Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth.

Option 3 - Hawkshead and Latterbarrow

Distance: 12 miles (19km)

Ascent: 2,200 feet (660m)

In summary: Following a similar route to option 2 through Grisedale Forest we arrive in the pretty village of Hawkshead. Our route then heads out to the small but impressive peak of Latterbarrow before returning to Coniston.

Highlight: Latterbarrow maybe a small peak but it packs a punch in terms of views on offer from the summit. 

Option 1 - Langdale Valley

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Ascent: 750 feet (260m)

In summary: Follow the Langdale Valley past Elterwater village, to the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel through increasingly grand scenery. 

Highlight: The two spectacular waterfalls of Colwith Force and Skelwith Force; two of the best cascades in the Lake District.

Option 2 - Langdale Valley

Distance: 7½ miles (12km)

Ascent: 1,350 feet (420m)

In summary: Walk along the peaceful valley of Little Langdale with its waterfalls and iconic Slaters Bridge. We pass Blea Tarn, then descend into the larger neighbouring valley of Great Langdale. 

Highlight: Beautiful Blea Tarn, with its impressive views of some of the Lake District's most famous peaks. 

Option 3 - Above Langdale

Distance: 9 miles (14.5km)

Ascent: 2,200 feet (680m)

In summary: Ascend to the great viewpoints of Side Pike and Lingmoor on the Langdale skyline. We descend to Elterwater Village to join the Cumbria Way along the base of this immense glacial valley.

Highlight: The classic view of the Langdale Pikes from the summit of Lingmoor Fell.

Option 1 - Coppermines Valley

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Ascent: 1,250 ft (380m)

In summary: Walk in the historic Coppermines valley and the lower slopes of Coniston Old Man.

Highlight: The history of mining in the area and feeling of being in among the fells.

Option 2 - Coppermines Valley and Levers Water

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km) 

Ascent: 1,700 feet (520m)

In summary: We walk from the house into the historic Coppermines Valley. We make our way to the shores of Levers Water passing remains of a once vibrant mining industry. 

Highlight: The long and fascinating history of mining and admiring the surrounding mountains from Levers Water.

Option 3 - Coniston Old Man

Distance: 10 miles (16km)

Ascent: 2,800 feet (860m)

In summary: Head up to Coniston Old Man via the Coppermines Valley and the old slate miners track. From the summit descent via Goats Water to view the magnificent eastern crags of Dow Crag.

Highlight: The view from the top of Coniston Old Man.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

Version 3 2027

Check-in at the hotel is available from 16:00. If you are a member you can arrive at the house from 14:00. Enjoy a complimentary cream tea at 16:30 and meet other guests.

Option 1 - Hawkshead

Distance: 7.5 miles (12km)

Ascent: 1,200 feet (380m)

In summary: A figure of 8 walk visiting the iconic beauty spot Tarn Hows, then across fields and open fell to the pretty village of Hawkshead.

Highlight: Hawkshead with its myriad of narrow alleyways. The countryside that inspired Beatrix Potter.

Option 2 - Coniston to Hawkshead via Grizedale

Distance: 8 miles (13km)

Ascent: 1,500 feet (460m)

In summary: Walk to Hawkshead village via Grizedale Forest and return over fields and open fell to Tarn Hows.

Highlight: Hawkshead with its myriad of narrow alleyways and connections with Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth.

Option 1 - Langdale Valley

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Ascent: 750 feet (260m)

In summary: Follow the Langdale Valley past Elterwater village, to the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel through increasingly grand scenery. 

Highlight: The two spectacular waterfalls of Colwith Force and Skelwith Force; two of the best cascades in the Lake District.

Option 2 - Langdale Valley

Distance: 7½ miles (12km)

Ascent: 1,350 feet (420m)

In summary: Walk along the peaceful valley of Little Langdale with its waterfalls and iconic Slaters Bridge. We pass Blea Tarn, then descend into the larger neighbouring valley of Great Langdale. 

Highlight: Beautiful Blea Tarn, with its impressive views of some of the Lake District's most famous peaks. 

Option 1 - Coppermines Valley

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Ascent: 1,250 ft (380m)

In summary: Walk in the historic Coppermines valley and the lower slopes of Coniston Old Man.

Highlight: The history of mining in the area and feeling of being in among the fells.

Option 2 - Coppermines Valley and Levers Water

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km) 

Ascent: 1,700 feet (520m)

In summary: We walk from the house into the historic Coppermines Valley. We make our way to the shores of Levers Water passing remains of a once vibrant mining industry. 

Highlight: The long and fascinating history of mining and admiring the surrounding mountains from Levers Water.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

Daily Walk Options

Grade 2

Easier Walks

Good paths but walks are a bit longer. Some walks, particularly in mountain areas, may have sections over rough or steeper terrain.

Grade 3

Medium Walks

Walks follow well-defined paths, though often in hilly or upland areas, or along rugged coastal footpaths. These may be rough or steep in sections and will require reasonable fitness.

Grade 5

Harder Walks

Good fitness and stamina required. Expect rocky terrain with sustained ascents and descents. Walks may include high summits and ridges.

Accommodation

Monk Coniston

With a desirable address overlooking Coniston Water (the inspiration for Arthur Ransome’s 1930 novel, Swallows and Amazons), this characterful Grade II-listed house delights with lakeside and woodland walks from the doorstep, décor that stays true to the period feel, and plenty of Beatrix Potter references. While the children's author and illustrator did not live at the Monk Coniston estate (her beloved home was Hill Top, bought in 1905 with the royalties from The Tale of Peter Rabbit), she campaigned with the National Trust to save it from development. She then purchased the entire estate in 1930 and as the new owner she immediately sold half to the organisation, bequeathing them the other half in her will.

A warm welcome
We want you to feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. You’ll find a welcome pack in your room with guest registration forms, menus, order forms for dinners and picnic lunches, the Wi-Fi password, and the front door code. Our houses are locked at night, so we recommend noting the Duty Manager’s number on arrival in case of an emergency (or getting locked out). 

Evening entertainment

While evening entertainment varies from house to house, HF Holidays Inter-House Quiz night held after dinner on Wednesdays is a weekly staple. Your HF Holidays leader may be around for tips on guided and self-guided waking routes as well as visit-worthy local attractions.

Walks talks 
Our HF Holidays walk leaders host guided walking information briefings before dinner on guided walking holiday arrival days. This is followed by a group Walks Talk for information on the following day’s guided walks (held before dinner every evening). Self-guided walking guests are, of course, welcome.  

The walking day
Prior to setting off on guided walks, your HF Holidays Leader will run you through a short safety briefing. There’s also an up-to-date weather forecast on display at the house to ensure you have appropriate clothing and footwear. If you choose to do your own walks or are on a self-guided walking holiday, we ask that you please complete an Independent Walker Card each day. These can be found near the Discovery Point in the house. 

You are welcome to check in from 4pm at the earliest. HF Members can check in earlier, from 2pm. On arrival, you’ll enjoy a complimentary cream tea and get to meet your fellow guests, our HF Holidays Leaders, and the rest of the friendly team. Check out 10am.

•  30 well-appointed guest rooms  •  Exclusive occupancy: 40 guests minimum •  Check in from 4:00pm • For members check in from 2:00pm •  Free Wi-Fi  •  Free on-site parking  •  Boot room and drying room  •  Travel cot  •  Discovery Point offering a wide range of local area maps, route guides, and information for self-guided walks  •  Books and games to borrow  •  Licensed bar  •  Lounge  •  Garden with putting green and croquet lawn  •  Activity barn  •  Electric vehicle charging point - Please note, you will need to bring your own cables to use this EV charging point Visit England - Guest Accommodation 

Seasonal dining, tailored for you

Our team of skilled chefs design our dinner menus to showcase the best of each season, from warming winter comfort food to vibrant summer dishes, including vegetarian, vegan  and high-protein options. We also source fruit and vegetables within a  40-mile radius of each house, open every break with a Chef’s Special menu inspired by dishes and flavours of the local area, and are able to adapt dishes to suit special dietary requirements.

Welcome Cream Tea

What better way to start your stay than with a cream tea, served fresh on arrival to make you feel instantly at home.  A quintessentially English tradition, our scones are baked in-house and served with preserves and clotted cream, providing the perfect opportunity to meet fellow walkers.

A hearty breakfast to start the day

Start the day with a freshly-prepared cooked breakfast  and a wide choice from our continental buffet, including  hot drinks, juices and fresh fruit. Our team offer a quick  and friendly service, leaving you fuelled and ready for your day’s adventures.

Our famous picnic lunch

Our personalised picnic lunches are perfect for a day out walking, ready to enjoy when hunger strikes. Choose from a large selection of fresh sandwiches and salads, freshly baked cakes and snacks, including the ever-popular Freddos chocolate bar! Everything is designed to fit neatly into your rucksack, and all of the packaging we provide is recyclable or compostable.

3-course evening meals

Our à la carte evening menus feature a wide choice of starters, mains, and desserts, made with seasonal ingredients and, wherever possible, herbs and vegetables from our own gardens. Shared around sociable tables, dinners are relaxed occasions, with drinks available to order at the table or from the bar, and a traditional Sunday roast to round off the week.

Designed with your comfort in mind, Monk Coniston has 30 well-appointed guest rooms available in three categories: Classic, Premium, and Superior. 

Classic Rooms are comfortable en-suite guest rooms, ideal for a peaceful night's sleep. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, toiletries (hand wash, shampoo, and shower gel), and a TV. 

Premium Rooms are more spacious en-suite guest rooms*. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, toiletries (hand wash, shampoo, body lotion, shower gel), and a 32-inch TV. Extras include bathrobes, slippers.

Superior Rooms are even more spacious en-suite guest rooms offering upgraded views of the surroundings*. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, toiletries (hand wash, shampoo, body lotion, shower gel), and a 32-inch TV. Extras include bathrobes, slippers.

We love: The rooms with a garden or lake view. We also love Room 9 on the first floor for its original features and beautiful views across the gardens and fields that slope down to the shores of Coniston Water. 

The Choose Your Room service is available at our UK country houses, allowing you the option of choosing and confirming a specific room for an extra charge of £30 per room. This is subject to availability. Upgrade supplements apply. 

 

Room supplements

Superior Premium single Premium double/twin Choose your room
£25 pppn £20 pppn £20 pppn £30 per room

 

*Views and layout reflect each properties unique character and location 

For accessibility and assistance information, please contact our expert team on 020 3974 8865 or view the accessibility information online for Monk Coniston

Getting here

Address 

Monk Coniston
Coniston
Cumbria LA21 8AQ

Tel: +44 (0)1539 441566

By train

The West Coast mainline runs to the east of the Lake District, connecting Oxenholme (which is near Kendal), Penrith and Carlisle with London and Glasgow. A direct train runs from Manchester to Windermere. Local trains from Oxenholme call at Kendal, Staveley and Windermere.

The nearest station to Monk Coniston is Windermere. From Windermere you can take a taxi or bus to Monk Coniston (see below).

Check National Rail for journey times and routes. 

By taxi

The journey from Windermere train station to Monk Coniston is 10 miles.

From Oxenholme, it’s double that at 23 miles.

For pricing, please contact Ace Taxi directly.

Ace Taxi
You can pre-book a taxi from our recommended company, Ace Taxi*. We recommend booking your taxi at least seven days in advance by contacting:

Tel: +44 (0)1539 445445
Email: acetaxiwindermere@gmail.com

A return journey can be arranged on your behalf by the HF Holidays House Manager at Monk Coniston.

*Ace Taxi is not owned or managed by HF Holidays.

By bus

From Windermere station catch the 555 or 599 to Ambleside Kelsick Road. Change here onto the 505 to Monk Coniston. The stop is right outside our country house.

Check Stagecoach for bus times.

National Express also run coaches to Lancaster, Penrith and Carlisle where you can catch an onward bus connection into the Lake District.

By car

Car parking is available at Monk Coniston.

Leave the M6 motorway at junction 36. Follow the A590 to Greenodd Roundabout, take the second exit and follow the A5092 before turning right onto the A5084 signposted to Torver. At the T junction turn right onto the A593 and follow into Coniston village. Turn right onto the B5286 and follow for 1.5 miles. The entrance to Monk Coniston will be on your right.

By air

The nearest airport is Manchester International Airport.  

There are direct trains every hour to Oxenholme with the journey time around 90 minutes. From here you can change to Windermere or get a taxi (we recommend pre-booking one).  

National Rail have up-to-date information on times and routes. 

Flying to London Heathrow airport is another option, but it’ll take you at least four hours to reach Oxenholme. Take the train to London Paddington station, then the London Underground to London Euston where you can connect to the main line train to Oxenholme. The journey from here is 2.5 hours.  

More Information

Walking safety

Walks may be changed for safety reasons and are subject to a maximum and minimum number of guests.

Leaders always consider the safety of the group as a whole, and may need to alter or curtail the walk if the conditions dictate. Your leader may refuse to accept a guest where clothing, equipment or behaviour is unsuitable. In the event of a problem all leaders carry a mobile phone, first aid kit, group shelter, spare maps and a compass.

Please note: If you choose to leave the group your leader is no longer responsible for you.

If you have a particular health condition or disability please put this on your guest registration form. This information will be confidential to your leaders and the house manager, but leaders do need to take account of any issues when planning walks. Please carry a copy of these trip notes with you, or note down the contact phone number for your accommodation (details in the travel section) should you need them in case of emergency.

Packing list - UK Guided Walking

The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next.  To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.   

Essentials  

  • Suitable footwear such as waterproof walking boots that provide ankle support and good grip  
  • Waterproof and windproof jacket 
  • Comfortable clothing (jeans & waterproof capes are not suitable)  
  • Mid-layer(s) to keep you warm. Fleeces make a good choice
  • Waterproof overtrousers  
  • Gloves and a warm hat  
  • Rucksack with waterproof liner 
  • Flask for hot drinks   
  • Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity)  
  • Sunscreen  
  • UV sunglasses  

For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:

  • spare warm clothing
  • spare high energy food
  • head torch and spare batteries
  • please note for the October to March season your waterproof jacket needs to offer a high level of waterproofing and wind resistance, and a hood. Look for a waterproof jacket with sealed/taped seams and a minimum HH (hyrodstatic head - this is the rating given on waterproof jackets) of 10,000mm+

Recommended  

  • Several base layers (long-sleeve or short-sleeve)  
  • Cushioned walking socks to avoid blisters  
  • First aid kit, including plasters and insect repellent and tick remover tool
  • Sit mat   
  • Waterproof pouch for valuables  
  • Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace)  
  • Wallet/purse  
  • Camera
  • Walking poles

Carbon Footprint - 132kg CO2

We see it as our responsibility to minimise our emissions, not just for this year but every year to come. Our work with sustainability experts, ecollective, has enabled us to measure our carbon footprint and create a strategy to reduce the carbon intensity of our product by 5% each year. Our ambition is to be net zero by 2040 – earlier if we can.

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16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

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£649 £599

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Members

£619 £569

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£689 £639

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£659 £609

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30 Nov - 4 Dec 2026

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

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£589 £539

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Members

£559 £509

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Single rooms

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£629 £579

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£599 £549

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2027

1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£639

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Members

£609

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Single rooms

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£679

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£649

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22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£639

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Members

£609

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Single rooms

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£679

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£649

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8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£649

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Members

£619

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Single rooms

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£689

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£659

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22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£649

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Members

£619

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5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£729

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Members

£699

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26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£729

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Members

£699

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Single rooms

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£769

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£739

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10 May - 14 May 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£819

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Members

£789

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Single rooms

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£859

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£829

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24 May - 28 May 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£819

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Members

£789

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Single rooms

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£859

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£829

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31 May - 4 Jun 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£819

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Members

£789

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Single rooms

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21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£819

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Members

£789

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Single rooms

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£859

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£829

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28 Jun - 2 Jul 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£819

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Members

£789

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Single rooms

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£859

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£829

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5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£799

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Members

£769

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Single rooms

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£839

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£809

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19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£799

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Members

£769

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Single rooms

Call to enquire 020 3974 8865

£839

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£809

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2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£799

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Members

£769

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Single rooms

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£839

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£809

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16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£799

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Members

£769

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Single rooms

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£839

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£809

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30 Aug - 3 Sep 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£799

pp

Members

£769

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Single rooms

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£839

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£809

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13 Sep - 17 Sep 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£829

pp

Members

£799

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Single rooms

Call to enquire 020 3974 8865

£869

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£839

pp

20 Sep - 24 Sep 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£829

pp

Members

£799

pp
Single rooms

Call to enquire 020 3974 8865

£869

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£839

pp

27 Sep - 1 Oct 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£829

pp

Members

£799

pp
Single rooms

Call to enquire 020 3974 8865

£869

pp

£839

pp

1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£729

pp

Members

£699

pp
Single rooms

Call to enquire 020 3974 8865

£769

pp

£739

pp

29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027

4 nights. Trip notes

Twin & double rooms

Non-members

£639

pp

Members

£609

pp
Single rooms

Call to enquire 020 3974 8865

£679

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£649

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