Attractions in North West England

A Southern Fells classic, Coniston Old Man might be industry-scarred, but it remains stoical and unbowed. Towering high above the village of Coniston, it's a rightfully popular fell with good … read more

The hike along Catbells is extremely popular — and for good reason. The walk is absolutely classic; fun terrain, spectacular views, lots of places to stop for picnics. In high … read more

As the third highest mountain in the Lake District, the views from Helvellyn are absolutely magnificent. However, this mountain is not simply a mere slog to the summit. If you … read more

Wonderful views along Windermere and the valleys at the top make the climb worthwhile. Then a slow steady descent through fields and pretty woodland back to Ambleside.

Walla Crag, at 1,243 feet (379 m), is a diminutive Wainwright that rises above Derwent Water's eastern shore. What it lacks in height, it makes up for with splendid views … read more

A bona fide scrambler’s paradise, Blencathra serves up two glorious ridges in a truly memorable horseshoe. The Grade One scramble up Sharp Edge, a razor-like spine featuring the notorious Bad … read more

At 3,209 feet (978 m) Scafell Pike is England's highest mountain. The summit is also one of the most stunning due to its remote location and awe-inspiring views. While many … read more

This northern fell is a beast; a sprawling behemoth of a mountain. What it lacks in intricacy it makes up for with sheer presence. The Back o’ Skiddaw is wild … read more

Centrepiece of its namesake horseshoe, Fairfield is rarely a walker’s sole goal. Instead it is renowned as the highest point of the much-frequented Fairfield Horseshoe, a looped ridge walk bagging … read more

Orrest Head played a pivotal role in the development of the Lake District's fellwalking culture. It was the seed that sprouted and grew into a magnificent tree – the fruits … read more

The highest of Yorkshire’s Three Peaks, Whernside offers wonderful views over the Yorkshire Dales and beyond. On a clear day, and with a pair of binoculars, you can even see … read more

An outlier from the hills of the main Forest of Bowland area makes Pendle Hill a superb stand along peak. At 532m it's high enough to feel big and offer … read more

The hike up to Brant Fell is quite easy, though some of the paths may be a bit muddy, especially when it's been raining for a while. The views from the summit are just spectacular.

Gowbarrow Fell is a gloriously accessible Wainwright summit on the northern shore of Ullswater. It can be combined with a hike to Aira Force, the famous waterfall that tumbles down … read more

Rising gracefully to a sharp peak piercing the north-western skies of Lakeland, Grisedale Pike is a fine mountain with superlative views. If you’re feeling energetic, tick it off as part … read more

Whilst it might not be the tallest at 1,549 feet (472 m), Blackstone Edge commands a fine view over the landscape and is a lovely place to experience some solitude. … read more

Alfred Wainwright’s favourite fell and final resting place, Haystacks is achingly pretty: a place where rocky, craggy coarseness meets the quaint charm of tarns and streams in perfect harmony. Alf … read more

Catstycam is a soaring pyramidal peak. It is one of the most spectacular summits in the whole Lake District, as well as one of the highest, at 2,920 feet (890 … read more

Castle Crag provides a brilliant vantage point of the surrounding area. A long way off being a classed as a 'big peak', the ascent and descent can still be difficult. … read more

When hiking up the ridge from Catbells, Maiden Moor is the next summit you will reach. While its flat summit is no rival to that of better known neighbours Catbells … read more