{"product_id":"9781786310491-walking-the-tour-of-the-lake-district","title":"Walking the Tour of the Lake District","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA nine-day circuit of Cumbria's fells, valleys and lakes\u003cbr\u003eGuidebook to a 145km (90 mile) circular walking route from Ambleside around the Lake District National Park, visiting all the main valleys and local centres. Described in 9 stages, with 5 high-level alternatives to climb the highest mountains in this World Heritage area. Includes a prologue from Windermere. Suitable for most walkers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the Lake District’s literary heritage and inspiring landscapes on the Tour of the Lake District, a 144km (90-mile) circular long-distance route beginning and ending in Ambleside. Traverse iconic scenery, from tranquil lakeshores and wildflower meadows to dramatic fells and historic villages, on a journey designed to showcase the very best of Lakeland walking.\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003c\/p\u003e          \u003cp\u003eIdeal for both new and experienced walkers, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook to the Tour of the Lake District offers low- and high-level routes, allowing you to tailor the adventure to your preferred style and ability. The route is divided into nine stages, each offering a unique blend of scenic beauty, wildlife, and traditional hospitality.\u003c\/p\u003e          \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Tour of the Lake District is described in a clockwise direction, with guidance for walking in reverse and suggested 7-, 9-, and 13-day itineraries to suit different timeframes and ambitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the low-level route for a gentler Lake District walk, linking charming villages such as Grasmere, Elterwater, and Patterdale, welcoming inns, and the picturesque valleys of Borrowdale and Great Langdale, as well as the lakeshores of Derwentwater and Coniston Water, throughout the National Park.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpt for the high-level alternative to summit classic peaks such as Coniston Old Man, Scafell Pike, Great Gable, and Helvellyn, and to experience the Lake District’s most dramatic mountain scenery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach stage includes start\/finish points, distance, estimated walking time, terrain summary, refreshment stops, and accommodation options in villages such as Keswick, Grasmere, and Elterwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear, step-by-step route descriptions are supported by detailed 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey® maps, downloadable GPX files, and practical navigation advice, ensuring a safe and enjoyable Lake District walking experience for both traditional and digital users exploring this renowned National Park.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed route summary table and itinerary planner help you organise your Tour of the Lake District adventure with confidence, making it easy to plan your ideal long-distance walk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e          \u003cp\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003ePlan your Tour of the Lake District with this essential guidebook, your key to exploring one of England’s most beautiful long-distance circular walks, and to experiencing the warm hospitality, sweeping vistas, and timeless charm of the National Park.\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39325554606177,"sku":"9781786310491","price":14.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_28039586.jpg?v=1722263153","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781786310491-walking-the-tour-of-the-lake-district","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}