The wild trail at Sizergh is an exciting play trail for little ones, and it’s super easy to get to. Here’s everything you need to know. Where is Sizergh Castle? Just south of Kendal, Sizergh Castle can be found just off the A590.. Sizergh is a National Trust property, but you don’t need to be … Read more
Rydal Caves was one of the very first walks we did as a family, back when my youngest was just a tiny baby. This walk is suitable for all ages, and is definitely great for little legs. I work in a Reception class in my day job, and it seems like every other Monday someone … Read more
The walk to High Sweden Bridge is one of the many short(ish) walks from Ambleside town centre, and it’s very family friendly. Here’s how we did it. About High Sweden Bridge If you’re anything like me and my kids, you might be forgiven for being a bit confused at finding a bridge in the Lake … Read more
I had been wanting to do this walk for ages (honestly, years), and this weekend we finally made it! Here’s how we did it. Where is the Keswick to Threlkeld Walk? This walk leads, as the name suggests, from Keswick all the way to Threlkeld on what was the old Cockermouth to Penrith railway track. … Read more
An Easy Lake District Walk We love Scout Scar! This is a short walk with big views on the outskirts of Kendal. Here’s how we did it. Where is Scout Scar? Scout Scar lies to the west of Kendal, in the very south of the Lake District. The scar overlooks the Lyth Valley and the … Read more
We love Bardsea Beach! We have visited in all weathers, from blazing hot sunshine to hail. This one is a little different from the usual Lake District walks, and we like it for that reason. Sometimes it’s nice to have a change! Here’s what you need to know. Lake District Beaches Are there really beaches … Read more
Cathedral Cave in the Lake District is a brilliant family walk. Also known as Cathedral Quarry, this 12 metre high man-made cave and it’s surrounding landscape is great for exploring. Cathedral Cave and the surrounding quarries in Little Langdale were created in the 1700s, when the Lake District’s slate mining businesses were really taking off. … Read more
The Cockshott Point and Ferry Nab walk in Bowness on Windermere is perfect for families. It’s an easy, flat walk that suits children of all ages, and can be done in most weather conditions. The Cockshott Point loop is part of the amazing Miles without Stiles range of walks. These walks are designed with accessibility … Read more
Brant Fell viewpoint in Windermere is a great family walk. It’s easy to get to, includes fields, woods and a brilliant view. It doesn’t take too long, and because you finish in Bowness on Windermere there’s always the opportunity for ice cream/chips/hot chocolate to celebrate! The walk starts and finishes in Bowness on Windermere, where … Read more
The West Windermere Way is an accessible, mainly off road trail from Newby Bridge to Lakeside YMCA. Parts of the trail are accessible for wheelchairs, and are perfect for pushchairs too. From one end to the other the whole trail is 8km. The west shore of Lake Windermere is generally quieter and less hectic than … Read more