THERE aren't many things more exhilarating than a winter climb. Although the cool weather and shorter days can make ...

Spend a few days in the Lake District and you’re bound to experience two things: crowds, and rain. As I zigzag up the steep trail leading out of the U-shaped glacial valley of Mickledon, there’s no ...

One of the most popular Boxing Day walks is around Grasmere, a route that combines stunning views with a manageable distance. The circular walk around the lake is ideal for stretching the legs without ...

EVER since the days of Jonathan Otley and of Sedgwick the Lake District has attracted much attention from geologists, largely on account of the variety and difficulty of the problems that it presents.

THERE aren't many things more exhilarating than a winter climb in the Lake District. Although the cool weather and shorter ...

It was a Thursday evening when I arrived at Windermere in the Lake District—and what a pretty sight it was. Windermere is home to the largest lake in Cumbria's Lake District National Park, so taking a ...