Guided Walking Holidays
Self Guided Walking Holidays
About Northwestwalks
Cumbria Way Self Guided Walking Holidays
The Cumbria Way was first devised by local Ramblers Association members in the the mid 1970's. The route is a picturesque 70 mile trail through the heart of the Lake District. The South to North trail starts from Ulverston, at the Southern end of Cumbria, bisects the Lake District, and finishes in the historic city of Carlisle.
Walking is unquestionably the best way to see this celebrated landscape and unsurpassed scenery. There are a few sections of Lake District high ground that need to be crossed by way of mountain passes but this is a mainly low level route through the valleys.
The terrain on this trail is a diversity of undulating farmland, country lanes and rocky mountain paths. The Cumbria Way is an official national trail, but it is not fully way marked, therefore map and compass reading skills are essential.
The Cumbria Way leads through farmland, past the peaceful waters of Coniston and into the rugged but scenic Langdale valley. The trail then rises through Stake Pass for wonderful mountain views, and into Borrowdale, which like Langdale lays claim to the title of the Lake Districts prettiest valley. Onto the charming market town of Keswick at the Northern end of Derwent water then a day in the hills as the trail rises again to round Skiddaw before descending to Caldbeck. From here riverside paths through farmland leads to the historic border city of Carlisle.
Typically you travel to Ulverston and overnight ready to start your walk the following morning. Each night on the trail you stay in a different location in prebooked selected accommodation, with full English breakfast provided. Your luggage is collected daily and moved to your next accommodation. Please do not hesitate to ask if you have any questions about the route either before you start your holiday or while you are walking the trail.
Holidays include
Selected accommodation with en-suite rooms (as available) and full English breakfast.
Luggage transfer between overnight accommodation.
Detailed instructions to find your accommodation.
Guidebook and Harvey route map for the group Leader.
Emergency contact.
Tour Availability
This tour is available throughout the year.
Tailor made tours
Below are suggested itineraries however we can also put together a tour to meet your specific requirements. Therefore you can add or reduce the number of days you are on holiday or add rest days. Let us know your requirements and we will confirm an itinerary and price.
Grade of walk
Generally this is a moderate route though strenuous walking is encountered when crossing the mountain passes at Stake Pass and Skiddaw.
Start of tour
Ulverston, Cumbria
End of tour
Carlisle, Cumbria
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in selected comfortable B&B’s, Guest Houses, Hotels and Inns. Nearly all accommodation is en-suite.
Meals
A full English breakfast is included. Packed lunches can be purchased from your overnight accommodation or from local convenience stores. Evening meals can be purchased in pubs and overnight accommodation when a pub is not available.
Luggage transfer
For the duration of the walk your luggage is transferred between overnight accommodation by luggage transfer service, so all you need to carry is a day rucksack and its contents.
Support vehicle
We hope that everyone who attempts the Cumbria Way will complete their challenge, however illness and injury sometimes occur. For this reason you are supported by a daily transport service, which can drive you from accommodation to accommodation if required.
Guidebook and Map
A guidebook and Harvey route map are included.
Transport to and from the route
We do not provide this however there are train stations in Ulverston and Carlisle, which are short walks from your accommodation. Buses from Keswick will take you to either Penrith or Windermere train stations. Local taxis are also available. A convenient major city and International airport is Manchester.
We can purchase rail tickest on your behalf, please contact us if you require this option.
Cumbria Way information and itineraries
To book your holiday pick the itinerary that meets your requirements, then go to Book Your Holiday and follow the instructions.
If you want to follow an itinerary that is not listed below or add rest days on route please contact us.
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5 day Cumbria Way from Ulverston to Keswick self guided walking holiday
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6 day Cumbria Way from Ulverston to Keswick self guided walking holiday
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7 day Cumbria Way from Ulverston to Carlisle self guided walking holiday
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8 day Cumbria Way from Ulverston to Carlisle self guided walking holiday
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