The Top 20 Lakes in North West England
Looking to visit the best lakes in North West England? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. …
Last updated: September 17, 2025
Up there with Britain’s best-loved mountains, Helvellyn is home to a horseshoe ridge of legendary quality. First comes Striding Edge, a knife-edge arête with a tantalisingly-good tightrope path edging along …
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Walla Crag, at 1,243 feet (379 m), is a diminutive Wainwright that rises above Derwentwater's eastern shore. What it lacks in height, it makes up for with splendid views across …
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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 …
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Climbing Striding Edge to or descending from Helvellyn is a strenuous and adventurous undertaking. But also fun to do.
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I wish I could say I had good views from here but the weather was horrid. I hiked this at the same time as Grike and Lank Rigg by parking …
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Dovestone Reservoir is situated where the Greenfield and Chew Brooks valleys come together above the village of Greenfield on Saddleworth Moor.
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the …
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the …
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As someone born in the steel city of Sheffield, Sheffield Pike will always have a special place in my heart! And that view down to Ullswater is one of my favourites in the Lake District. A really stunning eastern fell.
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It's great around here, especially in autumn when it's a little quieter and the colours really pop. Super interesting fact: Beatrix Potter actually used to own the Tarns, having bought …
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Nestled within the iconic Peak District National Park near Oldham is the Yeoman Hey Reservoir.
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
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Derwentwater is a stunning stretch of water surrounded by majestic upland scenery. When the lake reflects the trees and mountains in its crystal-clear water, it is a spellbinding experience. The …
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