Walks in the Lake District
Lake views, sweeping landscapes and covered forest walkways. Walking in the Lake District is the proper stuff. Fresh air, birdsong, the works.
Walking in Ullswater
Ullswater is the lesser known sibling of Windermere. With the scale of the place, and fewer people, you’ll have the trails to yourself.
Wander miles of lakeside landscape, starting with the Ullswater Way.
Before you go: Check The Lake District National Park Authority’s guides on what to bring and best sources for weather reports.
Angle Tarn hike & wild swim
Swim amid the peaks in wide open, remote wilderness – 470 metres high up in the fells. Hike through sublime landscapes overlooking Ullswater and the Helvellyn range, before plunging into the clear waters of one of the Lake District’s highest – and most scenic – tarns. Led by mountain leader and open water swimmer, Hilary Nixon.
THE BEST LAKE DISTRICT WALKS:
A short 3.6 mile walk from the hotel. Easy to moderate with a good climb and a little steep in places with views over Ullswater. A walk for any weather or time of year.
A different perspective to the Ullswater valley, this walk takes you along the banks of the river Eamont, through ancient pastures, historic villages with a castle on route.
The Lake District has plenty of fells to tackle, but sometimes, big isn’t always the most beautiful. Hallin Fell is a case in point, with panoramic views of Ullswater.
Gowbarrow is not too tough, it has super views over Ullswater, and it can be combined with a visit to one of the Lake District’s most scenic waterfalls – Aira Force.
The Ullswater Way is a new 20-mile long walking route circumnavigating the lake. Explore Ullswater using existing public rights of way and quiet roads.
Arthur’s Pike is the highest point visible from Another Place. The walk, two hours in total, takes you to a point with clear views across Ullswater and the surrounding area.
Helvellyn may not be the highest fell in the Lake District but it is certainly the most popular. Only recommended for the most experienced of walkers it attracts over 250K walkers a year.
Seasoned explorer Athena Mellor from Ramble Guides created a 7 mile hiking guide, beginning in Glenridding, for one of the many walks on our doorstep at the hotel.
Follow your RSPB guide through one of the most secluded valleys in The Lake District. Keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels, red deer, otters and different species of birds.
Rambles through Eden; Ullswater and it’s surrounds. 20-minutes drive through Eden Valley, limestone and slate give way to the red hue of sandstone and fells rise to heady heights.
The Lake District National Park rangers run free guided walks from Easter to the end of October. Natural history and providing expert insight in the Ullswater Valley.
Over 40 routes around the National Park graded accessible for ‘all’, ‘many’, or ‘some’. Suitable for limited mobility, visual impairment, pushchairs and wheelchair users.
Walking from the hotel
Walks are part of life at Another Place.
Nip out, skim a stone, or ramble for the whole day. When you get back here, feet up, there’s everything you need.
Most starting points for longer walks, including the Ullswater Way, are a short drive from the hotel.
Top five family friendly walks
The Hiking Household is a go-to guide for families of all abilities, ages and sizes to get outside in our local area. From suitable Wainright walks to pram friendly rambles, fantastic views are guaranteed.
Explore a handpicked selection of five best family friendly routes nearby to the hotel.