Our top spring walks in the Lake District

We can’t think of a better place to take to the fells, paths or lakeshores than here in the heart of the Lake District. Pull on your boots and step outdoors – here's a selection of our favourite walks this spring.

Family walking dogs

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We're starting to open some gardens and parklands in England and Northern Ireland at reduced capacity, through advance bookings every week. Most places up to 8 June have now reached capacity. New tickets are released every Friday and we'll continue to add new places over the coming weeks. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are now open. All houses remain closed for now and all places in Wales remain closed following Welsh Government advice. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.​

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Fritillary butterfly on bracken
Walking trail

Sizergh's wildlife walk 

Spot a buzzard or a Fritillary butterfly in this quiet and beautiful area just south of the Lake District. There's even a warm drink and slice of cake option to end the day in our café at Sizergh.

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The Memorial Stone in Brandelhow Park, commemorating the first National Trust acquisition in the Lake District
Walking trail

A lakeshore amble along Derwent Water  

This is a stroll along the quiet side of Derwent Water. Amble through the tranquil parkland at Brandelhow, the birthplace of the National Trust in the Lake District. Make it extra special by taking the boat to the starting point.

Take a stroll along Derwent Water
Blea Tarn, Little Langdale

Take the Blea Tarn trail  

Blea Tarn is a photographer's dream. It's even more special in the summer as the shores are awash with alpine flowers. This, plus brilliant views of Lingmoor and Pike of Blisco make this one of our favourite summer walks in the Langdales.

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Visitors in the grounds at Wray Castle, Cumbria
Walking trail

Wray Castle circular walk  

Taking in Blelham Tarn and returning via the Lake Windermere shoreline. This walk combines tranquil beauty, great views and fascinating stories from the past.

View the Wray Castle to Blelham Tarn circular walk
The view of Grasmere lake from Allan Bank

Walking in Grasmere  

Whether it's a relaxing lake-shore stroll or fell-top expedition you're after, we're spoiled for choice in Grasmere. Here's a few of our favourites...

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Four visitors walking in Lyme Park

Spring walks in the North West 

Step in to spring and shake off the winter cobwebs with our pick of top spring walks. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of the season as special places in the North West come to life.

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