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Cheshire
Alderley Edge
© NTPL / David Noton
You can enjoy lovely walks through the oak and beech woodlands of this dramatic red sandstone escarpment, including one to nearby Hare Hill garden. The impressive views stretch out across Cheshire towards the Peak District. Alderley Edge is designated a 'Site of Special Scientific Interest' for its unique geology.
Cumbria / The Lake District
Borrowdale
© NTPL / David Noton
This is a spectacular landscape of rugged crags, inviting fells and wooded valleys. Borrowdale includes half of Derwentwater and the well preserved Castlerigg Stone Circle near Keswick. It has been a favourite haunt of artists and writers over the years, including Beatrix Potter.
Buttermere and Ennerdale
© NTPL / David Noton
This tranquil area of dramatic fells, farms and woodland encompasses three lakes: Buttermere, Crummock and Loweswater. Take a boat out to enjoy the lakes from a different perspective or to see if the fish are biting.
Coniston & Tarn Hows
© NTPL / Mike Williams
Take to the water: one of the best ways to view Coniston Water and its surrounding scenery is to take a ride on the steam yacht Gondola. At the head of Coniston Water, Tarn Hows, with its magnificent views of the mountains, is one of Coniston's favourite beauty spots.
Grasmere and Great Langdale
© NTPL / Leo Mason
You'll find a wide range of walking opportunities, from high fells to lakeside and woodland paths, across this classic Wordsworth countryside. Stay outdoors in the fantastically located National Trust campsite at the head of Great Langdale, a sweeping glaciated valley.
Hawkshead and Claife
© Cumbria Tourism
Explore Hawkshead, a classic Lakeland village surrounded by beautiful scenery. The village is home to the Beatrix Potter Gallery. You can take a 4-mile walk from the village along the side of Lake Windermere for superb lakeside views and discover hill walks and woodland paths along the way.
Ullswater and Aira Force
© NTPL / Joe Cornish
Follow in Wordsworth's footsteps as you roam around the site of his famous daffodils. Ullswater is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Lake District, which winds through a glaciated valley. One of the highlights of a visit is the impressive Aira Force waterfall, around which you can follow dramatic walks.
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon
© NTPL / Joe Cornish
Wasdale is the home of England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, and deepest lake, Wastwater. This wild area of the Lake District is remote, quiet and dramatic. There are well-marked footpaths which offer access to the fells. Extend your visit by staying at the stunningly located National Trust campsite at Wasdale Head.
Windermere and Troutbeck
© NTPL / Joe Cornish
You'll discover fine varied walking country around Lake Windermere, at the heart of the Lake District. Hire a boat and take to the lake itself, or use the network of footpaths to reach the best high-level views. There are lots of options for places to visit, including Ambleside Roman Fort and Troutbeck Park, which was once owned by Beatrix Potter.
Liverpool
Formby
© NTPL / Joe Cornish
Formby's pine woods are famous as one of the last places in England where you can see the rare red squirrel. Follow the Formby red squirrel walk for the best chance of tracking them down. There are also miles of long sandy beaches and dunes to explore, where you can search for 5,000 year old elk footprints.
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