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Cumbria Way – 6 Days

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Cumbria Way – 6 Days

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About this Adventure

The Cumbria Way is a popular long-distance footpath, running 73 miles through the Lake District National Park.  Starting in Ulverston not far from the shores of Morecambe Bay,  the walk takes you through the Cumbrian towns of Coniston and Keswick passing through the Langdale and Borrowdale valleys.  The trail takes in all that is best in the Lake District – views of the majestic fells, lakeshore promenades, waterfalls, picturesque cottages and fine inns before finishing in the city of Carlisle.

A perfect starting point for long distance walking, our suggested itinerary below covers the full route, over 6 walking days, if preferred we can also offer a flexible, create your own itinerary over a duration that suits, factoring in days for sightseeing or relaxing along the way.

Quick Facts

  • 6 nights’ accommodation
  • 6 days’ walking
  • Luggage transfers each walking day
  • Map and guide book plus detailed directions to your accommodation from the trail
  • Expert local knowledge and 24 hour emergency assistance during your trip
  • 73 miles (117km)
  • Heart of the Lake District National Park
  • Beautiful Scenery, Mountains, Woodlands, Tarns and Lakes
  • Historic Cumbrian Towns

About & Details

A largely low-level walk the trail is well signposted with only 2 major ascents on the whole route, making it suitable for all level of walkers. For anyone looking for a more challenging walk, the high-level mountain route offers an alternative for those who prefer summits to the valley.

We take the stress out of your trip with expert local knowledge, hand-picked accommodation, luggage transfers and detailed support to help you find your way. You will need full walking kit including a waterproof jacket and trousers, a small day sack and comfortable walking boots. You will receive a more detailed kit list upon booking. This trip is based on 2 people sharing, if you are a solo traveller please contact us for further details and we will be happy to help.

Inclusions

  • 6 nights’ accommodation in a good quality B&B or hotel with ensuite or private bathroom and breakfast
  • Luggage transfers each walking day
  • Map and guide book plus detailed directions to your accommodation from the trail
  • Expert local knowledge and 24 hour emergency assistance during your trip
  • Professional event organisation
Exclusions
  • Travel to the start and finish points of the trip
  • Lunches and evening meals
  • Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects)
  • Guiding (please contact us if you would like this trip to be guided)

Optional extras

  • Single room supplement £90 per person per night (subject to availability)
  • Solo traveller supplement £90 per person per night
  • Odd group supplement £90 per group per night may apply if a single room is required
  • Extra night prior to start (single room) £180 per person
  • Extra night prior to the start (twin room, needs 2 people) £95 per person
  • Extra night at the end of the event (single room) £180 per person
  • Extra night at the end of the event (twin room, needs 2 people) £95 per person

Please select from Optional Extras at checkout.

Getting there and back

Getting There

By Road:  Ulverston is approximately 30 minutes from junction 36 on the M6. Leaving the M6, take the A590 and follow signs towards Barrow in Furness, the road will take you right through Ulverston.

By Public Transport: Ulverston Train Station sits on the Furness Line, there are services to Lancaster and Preston to join the West Coast Mainline as well as Manchester.  Check traveline.info for the latest public transport information.

By Air: The nearest airport is Manchester (MAN), from where you need to take a train to Ulverston.

Getting Away

By Road: Carlisle has easy access to the M6 and is less than two hours’ drive from Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Manchester Airports.

By Public Transport: Carlisle is a very busy station on the West Coast Mainline with many connections, including a direct link from London (Euston).  It also links with Ulverston via the Cumbrian Coastal Line.   Check traveline.info for the latest public transport information.

By Air: The nearest airports are Manchester (MAN) or Newcastle (NCL).

Evening meals and lunches

You can purchase evening meals either at the accommodation or nearby. When our event planners send you the schedule with itinerary you could prearrange directly with the accommodation or during the walk.

For lunches we would suggest bringing some of your own favourite snack bars and then asking the accommodation for a packed lunch for the following day and also supplementing that at stops en-route.

Accommodation

Accommodation is generally at B&B, guest houses and small hotels. Once booked in, your event planner will send you a list of your booked accommodation. It is possible to adjust according to preference at this stage so please mention it if you wish to change.

Dog-friendly

If you would like to bring your four legged friend, then we will do our best to source dog friendly accommodation. It is usually possible but if it were not, then we would suggest a change of date to enable it or offer a refund. There may be a small surcharge for the overnight stays. Therefore, once booked in, please alert your event planner that you would like to bring your dog and we can proceed from there.

Need a guide?

If you would prefer to have a guide for your walk, even just for one day, then we are happy to help. We can provide a qualified leader (also first aid qualified) to lead your trek or on just one of the sections. Just ask us.
A guide can not only take the stress out of navigation, but you will also find them a great asset in terms of providing an insight into all things environment and nature.

After you book

After placing your booking with us, you will in the first instance receive an automated email from our system confirming receipt of your reservation. If you don’t receive it, it is worth checking your spam/clutter folder.

In the process of placing your booking, you will generally set up an access password to our online gateway where you can review the details of the booking.

Your personal event planner will then be in touch with you to start to confirm the details. This contact will usually be taken up in the working day after receipt of your booking, but may, in busy times, take a little longer. The event planner will then liaise with you regarding the details of the course. If you have any specific requirements, please do mention it at this stage.

At the end of your trip

Unfortunately, all good things come to an end at some point and when you arrive at the end of the trail, you have one of several options. If you have not booked an additional night’s stay then we can transfer your luggage to a location of your choice. From there you may have onward travel arranged as per the ‘Getting There and Back’ tab above.

Some people like to treat themselves to a night’s stay at the end. And why not? You’ve earned it. You can arrange this as an optional add on with your event planner.

Dates and prices

For available dates please see the ‘build your trip’ option on the left hand side on desktops or at the bottom on mobiles. You can reserve your space via this route.

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Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrive Ulverston

    Arrive at your accommodation in Ulverston.

  • Day 2 - Ulverston to Coniston

    Following the tree-lined stream out of the market town of Ulverston overlooking Morecambe Bay, the route makes its way over gentle, rolling farmland and moorland with views of the Coniston Fells becoming more frequent and more spectacular before arriving at the shores of Coniston and the Lake District.

    16 miles (25km) and 615m of ascent.

  • Day 3 - Coniston to Great Langdale

    Climbing out of Coniston, you head to the famous ‘chocolate box’ beauty spot of Tarn Hows with wide views across its waters to the Langdale Pikes and Helvellyn. Passing through riverside walks, you can visit the Colwith Force and Skelwith Force waterfalls in this section, before taking in the best views of the day beyond Skelwith when the route enters the great glacial valley of Great Langdale.

    12 miles (19km) and 550m of ascent.

    Mountain Route – 16 miles (25km) and 1130m of ascent.

  • Day 4 - Great Langdale to Rosthwaite

    Today tackles the high mountain pass barring the way out of Great Langdale leading to the wild and rugged valleys of Mickleden and Langstrath. This is fantastic fell walking with magnificent scenery, in remote surroundings. The next section leads you to the small village of Rosthwaite where you will spend the night.

    9 miles (15km)  and 385m of ascent.

    Mountain Route – 11 miles (18km) and 1123m of ascent.

  • Day 5 - Rosthwaite to Keswick

    Today you walk through the beautiful Borrowdale Valley, which tracks north towards Keswick.  The walking is easier than on previous days and takes you through glorious wooded trails,  leads you close to Grange and eventually bringing you out on the shores of Derwent Water before strolling to the pretty market town of Keswick where you will spend the night.

     8 miles (13km) and 138m of ascent.

  • Day 6 - Keswick to Caldbeck

    Taking one last look over the rooftops of Keswick, today you leave the Lake District behind looking forward to Glenderaterra a splendid valley dividing Skiddaw and Blencathra.  The route will take you alongside the infant River Caldew to the summit of the official Cumbria Way at High Pike, where a 360-degree panorama includes Skiddaw, Blencathra, the pale hills of Dumfries and Galloway beyond the Solway Firth and the North Pennines. A grassy ridge eases you down to the friendly village of Caldbeck where you will spend your last night.

    15 miles (23km) and 900m of ascent.

    Mountain Route – 16 miles (25km) and 1506m of ascent

  • Day 7 - Caldbeck to Carlisle

    Your final day, as you say goodbye to the Cumbrian Fells and head for the city.  Leaving Caldbeck, you cross the nearby beck and into the woods of Parson’s Park, as you climb through the woods take in the fine views across the pretty landscapes of Caldbeck.  The route reacquaints itself with the river Caldew, which will lead you for much of the way through pleasant countryside to Carlisle.

    16 miles (25km) and 190m of ascent.

Notes:

This itinerary is a guide only. It can be subject to change dependent upon viability, course members’ fitness, weather conditions, accommodation availability, or for any other reason that may be deemed necessary. Any timings and mileages are approximate and for guidance purpose only.

We will always endeavour to accommodate you in the locations detailed in the above itinerary. Due to very high demand, some accommodation providers may occasionally have limited availability and so we may need to accommodate you in an alternative location, nearby. In this case, we will arrange a taxi transfer for you to take you from the trail to your accommodation and back again the following morning. An additional charge may be payable. We will notify you of this when confirming your booking.

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Reviews

Find some of the reviews our wonderful customers have left for us below, or read them all here!

Heather Parr
3 months ago

Maximum Adventure exceeded expectations, planning a trip for me last minute and off season through the glorious Lake District. The hotels were top rate, as was the food and my daily gluten free sandwich. Nathalie got the route guide sent to me in a couple of days and the baggage service was impeccable. It was the only tour guide company that responded immediately to my last minute request. Looking forward to more adventures with your company!!!

Chris Evans
3 months ago

David and I walked the Speyside Way in September 2023 and very much enjoyed the adventure. Maximum Adventure Ltd organised our nightly accommodation and uplifting of our luggage in a seamless manner, which made the whole trip so easy with no stress. This is the second time that I have personally used Maximum Adventures Ltd and I would recommend them to others as they offer a friendly and efficient service.

Göte Fredriksson
4 months ago

We realy appreciated the tour we did on Hadrians Wall path in May.Beautiful scenery, decent weather, god arrangements including lodging, transport, bagagehandling etc. We came well prepared . In this preparation Maximum adventures gave us great support, as we are coming from abroad with no knowledge of conditions on the path. We had great BnBs and could concentrate on de daily walks that gave us great pleasure.Thank you England and Hadrians Wall path for your friendly reception and well mantained walking path.Thank you Maximum Adventures for your good service.We would love to come back in the future.

Jerry Kashinski
4 months ago

Maximum Adventure did a great job for us. With less than a month's notice, it set up an itinerary, lodging and luggage porterage for a walk from Carlisle to Newcastle, England along Hadrian's Wall. The lodging was fantastic, as was the itinerary and support during the walk. We'd definitely use Maximum Adventure again and would recommend them without reservation!

Fiona Reilly
5 months ago

I was part of a climb on 23/09, didn't think I would make ut, but I did. The descent was a different story.. I got jelly legs and lost my confidence. If it wasn't for James, my Sherpa would never have made it. Can't thank him enough, Will, met you briefly.Both of them were very knowledgeable, we had the most amazing views at the summit...the pain is still worth it and

Tom Graham
5 months ago

I walked the West Highland Way with my dad and brother. The organisation was excellent by Samantha. Itinerary and instructions were clear and all the bookings and luggage transfers went smoothly. As a result we were able to ensure the fantastic walk and not worry about anything. I would happily recommend Maximum Adventure to others.

Sarah Bracken
5 months ago

Absolutely brilliant guide - knowledgeable, interesting and humorous in addition to looking after our safety so well - making sure we ate and suggesting when to layer up! Would highly recommend!

Diana Straub
6 months ago

We just got home from our 8-days Hadrian's Wall hike and we just loved it!Everything was perfectly organized!We had great B&Bs and hotels with very friendly, welcoming and helpful staff. Our favorite was the Dacre House with Clare. But then again, all were great!The luggage was always at the day's destination, no matter how early we got to the accommodation.The description of how to get to the accommodations were clear and precise.The road map and the guide book were waiting for us as we got to the first B&B and were very helpful and interestingThanks, Maximum Adventure!

Kristin Hentschel
6 months ago

Praise for the West Highland Hike and the Maximum Adventure planners, esp. our planner Samantha. Great experience in every regard.

Simon Bradish
6 months ago

Booked for the 3 UK Peaks adventure, it was organised perfectly and everything when to plan. Accommodation was good, transport excellent, our guide (Patrick) brilliant, so cannot fault the trip and adventure. I personally expected too much from myself and was unable to fully summit as this adventure is not for beginners, I climbed Kilimanjaro in 2003 when I was 42 and twenty years later, although relatively fit, my endurance didn't last. So I did a half summit for Ben Nevis & Scafell, thanks to Patrick for letting go back down on my own, it was brilliant. With Snowdon, a half summit is tricky as you can't descend the way you go up, so I decided to do some hiking in the area while the rest of the group did the climb. I took a chance and went to the ticket office and managed to get a single return ticket up to the summit of Snowdon at 9am which returned down by 11.30am. I was hoping to see my group on top and spring a surprise but the weather was terrible. I highly recommend the trip but make sure you are fit enough otherwise as there is an emphasis on time, so a slow walk up is going to slow everyone down and really delay the trip. Have Fun, Simon Bradish

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  • Knowledgeable and available office staff
  • Qualified leaders and guides with ascents ranging from Ben Nevis to Mount Everest
  • All activities are risk assessed
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  • We are aware this is your holiday/your challenge and will do our best to make it an enjoyable and rewarding experience
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