Dob Gill and Harrop Tarn, Thirlmere
Dob Gill has some lovely little waterfalls on the way up to Harrop Tarn, near Thirlmere. It’s an easy 2.6 mile loop walk that is well signed from the car park.
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We're an active family, with a 4 and 6 year old, from Bowness on Windermere in the Lake District. This page follows some of our adventures into the fells, pubs and local areas
Lanty’s Tarn and Keldas, Glenridding
Lanty’s Tarn is a beautiful and accessible spot near Glenridding. Just beyond is the peak of Keldas, which has stunning views over Ullswater.
Gowbarrow and High Cascades, Ullswater
Thanks to Lee Benson for this contribution to the blog. Gowbarrow and High Cascades, Ullswater. We have also done this walk, and it offers amazing views over Ullswater and surrounding […]
Scale Force and Crummock Water
Thanks to Lee Benson for this contribution to the blog. Scale Force and Crummock Water. After parking up in Buttermere (there are several car parks including a National Trust […]
Low Dodd and Scales Beck, Ullswater
Thanks to Lee Benson for this contribution to the blog, Low Dodd and Scales Beck, Ullswater. Today’s walk started at Sandwick, which is about two miles past Martindale Church on […]
Todd Crag and Lily Tarn, Ambleside
Thanks to Lee Benson for this contribution to the blog. Todd Crag and Lily Tarn near Ambleside. We managed to get parked on the Under Loughrigg Road but you […]
Post Knott & Brant Fell, Bowness on Windermere
Post Knott and Brant Fell, from Bowness on Windermere. We parked for free at the top of Helm Road, where the path begins. OS map OL7 GR 409969. There is […]
Kirkstone Pass to Brotherswater Inn
A one way walk from the top of the Kirkstone Pass to Brotherswater Inn required a bit of logistical planning! We are lucky enough to have two cars and so […]
Family Walks and Pubs in the Lake District 