North West England
2 towns in this region
Towns in North West England
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Stock Ghyll Force
Ambleside, Cumbria
1.5 mi · Easy
Stock Ghyll Force in Ambleside, Cumbria is an easy dog-friendly woodland walk to a 70-foot waterfall on the edge of town.
Latrigg Fell
Keswick, Cumbria
3.2 mi · Moderate · Off-lead
Latrigg Fell above Keswick in Cumbria is a short, dog-friendly Lake District walk with grassy paths and panoramic views over Derwentwater.
Grasmere Lake Circular
Grasmere, Cumbria
4.2 mi · Easy · Off-lead
Grasmere Lake Circular is a 4.2-mile low-level walk in the Lake District through woodland and meadow around Grasmere lake. The flat lakeside paths are suitable for all dog sizes including puppies and senior dogs. Dogs are welcome off-lead on the open meadow sections with lake shore access for paddling at several points.
Hope Park
Keswick, Cumbria
0.5 mi · Easy
Hope Park in Keswick, Cumbria is a small, flat public park between the town centre and Derwentwater, with gardens, a stream and family attractions like crazy golf. Dogs are welcome and Cafe Hope is dog-friendly, but a lead is recommended given the games areas and busy footpaths.
Coniston Water East Shore
Coniston, Cumbria
6 mi · Easy · Off-lead
The Coniston Water East Shore walk is a 6-mile route through ancient woodland and farmland with constant lake views. Far less visited than the west shore, it offers solitude even in summer. Dogs are welcome throughout and the Coniston Launch (dog-friendly) offers an optional return crossing.
High Rigg from St John's in the Vale
Threlkeld, Cumbria
3.8 mi · Moderate · Off-lead
High Rigg near Threlkeld in Cumbria is a quiet, moderate dog-friendly fell circuit with rocky knolls and a valley church away from the Lakes crowds.
Grove Barn Cafe
Ambleside, Cumbria
4.9★
Crooked River Tap
Cumbria
4.9★
Lake Road Brunch
Cumbria
4.8★
The Bench Cafe Keswick
Cumbria
4.8★
Elm
Cumbria
4.8★
Copper Pot
Ambleside, Cumbria
4.8★
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