English Lakes Hotels Walks

What better way to take in the wealth and beauty of the Lake District than to explore it on foot. And what better way to do it, than to start and finish your days walking in the luxurious surrounding of our exquisite hotels.

Choose from six routes designed to be linked together so that you can create your own walking holiday over several days. Transfer of luggage is included as is a complimentary waterproof map case and small rucksack. Packed lunches can be provided at an additional charge.

For further information and rates please telephone our Central Reservations department on 0845 6015 478

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  • Route 1- The Wild Boar Circular

    5 miles (8.8 km)
    Allow 3 - 3 hours
    Gentle walk

    Superb walk through beautiful countryside behind The Wild Boar following well defined footpaths.
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  • Route 2 - The Wild Boar to Storrs Hall

    7 miles (12 km)
    Allow 5 hours
    Strenuous in parts

    A pleasant walk in the delightful countryside to the east of Lake Windermere, taking in the ever-changing scenery and views.
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  • Route 3 - Storrs Hall to The Waterhead

    9 miles (14.4 km)
    Allow 6 hours
    Largely level walk

    A fabulous walk guiding you gently between these two luxurious lakeside hotels, including a ferry crossing (at a cost of 40p per pedestrian) and gentle walk along the shores of Lake Windermere.
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  • Route 4 - The Waterhead to The Wild Boar

    9 miles (14.4km)
    Allow 6 hours
    Strenuous

    A strenuous, but rewarding walk through ancient woodland, meadows and taking in the dramatic views a Orrest Head.
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  • Route 5 - The Waterhead to Low Wood

    9 miles (14.4 km)
    Allow 6 hours
    Extremely strenuous

    A fabulous but extremely strenuous walk up to the top of Wansfell Pike (height 1581 feet) followed by a gentle stroll along well defined paths across open fells.
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  • Route 6 - Low Wood to The Wild Boar

    8 miles (12.8km)
    Allow 5 - 5 hours
    Strenuous in parts

    A beautiful walk through splendid countryside enjoying panoramic views of virtually the whole of the South Lakes mountain range from Orrest Head.
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