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The 196-mile Coast to Coast route takes in some of the most delightful countryside Britain has to offer. From the crystal-clear waters of the Lake District, up and over the plunging valleys of the Dales, onward through the wild and rugged Moors, before finally arriving at the North Sea coast, in the pokey village of Robin Hood’s Bay — just in time for a pint.
The trail can be attempted in a series of stages, depending on how far you can walk in a day. In the morning, you’ll set off and pick up the trail, making your way towards your evening accommodation to rest for the night. Or instead of west-to-east, head east-to-west. Aside from following the route, you can make the rules about the direction and how far you want to go each day.
Lake District National Park
The journey begins — when heading west-to-east — at the seaside village of St Bees on the far edge of the western lake district, overlooking the Irish Sea. From there you’ll head up onto the cliffs, taking in the dazzling views across the Irish Sea, before turning inland and threading your way towards the village of Ennerdale Bridge.
