Lake District Walking Holidays

Frequently asked questions about Lake District walking holidays

• Which is the best lake to walk around in the Lake District?

  Lake District National Park is home to many beautiful lakes, but one of the best to walk around is certainly Buttermere, complete with sheep dotting the hillside, woodlands, and the imposing ridge of Fleetwith Pike as part of the backdrop. Crummock Water is another great lake to walk around and should certainly be on your to-do list.

• Where is the best base for hiking in the Lake District?

  Hassness Country House is one of the best bases for hiking in the Lake District, offering legendary hospitality, magnificent scenery, and a perfect location on the shores of Lake Buttermere. It provides wonderful access to the great walks of the Lake District and a tranquil place to relax after a long day of walking. It provides access to some of the most iconic walking routes, including Haystacks, Fleetwith Pike and Red Pike, ensuring that both seasoned hikers and casual walkers can enjoy breathtaking trails.

• Do you offer self-guided walking holidays in the Lake District?

  We offer both guided and self-guided walking holidays  in the Lake District, providing options for walkers depending on how they want to experience this special location. Our self-guided walking holidays benefit from all of our expert local knowledge and carefully planned walking routes, but you have the freedom to lead your own adventure and walk at your own pace.

• How difficult are your walking holidays in the Lake District?

  Our Lake District walking holidays range in difficulty. Our holidays are graded on a scale of 1-8, from ‘gentle’ to ‘challenging’. Most of our Lake District tours are in the ‘moderate’ category, but look at specific holiday details and read our full explanation of our walking grades.

• Where are the best Lake District walks?

  The Lake District offers a variety of walks, catering to all abilities. For those seeking an accessible stroll, the walks around Buttermere provide stunning scenery on a relatively  flat terrain. More experienced hikers can tackle routes like Helvellyn via Striding Edge or Fairfield Horseshoe.