Lake District & Northumberland Walking Tours
Explore our Lake District Walking Holidays
Discover the history and heritage of the north of England, exploring iconic coastlines, wild moors and rugged fells.
Venture into the Lake District, climbing from the high fells – including Scafell Pike and Helvellyn – through to some of the smaller but nontheless spectacular peaks, such as Catbells. Tick off a few Wainwrights and rest your legs by the still waters of Buttermere or Windermere.
Alternatively, stroll along Hadrian’s Wall, visit the ancient castles of Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and Alnwick, tread upon Roman roads and walk in the footsteps of Vikings in Northumberland.
Leading the way, our expert guides have the local knowledge to tailor each day’s routes to the group’s wants and needs. We know the best walking routes and where to enjoy the best views. But perhaps most importantly, we know which pubs the locals recommend at the end of each walk!
Walk Hadrian's Wall on a Guided Adventure
Just three hours from London, let us show you the north of England at its finest.
Extraordinary local guides
At Active England Tours, we’re all about unique, authentic adventure, curated and operated by extraordinary local guides.
Our guides are the heartbeat of our tours. With their local wisdom, can-do attitude and an eye for the unusual, our mission is to be the perfect companions on your adventures around the UK.
Lake District expert Bella is one of our lead guides. Watch as she hikes some of her favourite trails and enjoys an early morning Yoga session.
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Prefer to go private?
Our private group tours are based on our tried and tested group departures with two key differences. They offer you the freedom to travel when you wish and with whoever you’d like to holiday with.
Whether you prefer to travel on your own, as a couple or with friends and family, choosing a private walking tour in the North of England will ensure your holiday suits you perfectly.
For the ultimate bespoke experience, choose a custom tour of the Lake District or Northumberland. Work with our extraordinary local guides to create your one-of-a-kind trip.
Prefer to Walk the Cotswolds?
If you’d prefer rolling hills, thatched cottages and honey coloured stone walls then have a look at our walking tours of the Cotswolds instead.
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The North FAQs
The Lake District is in the North West of England, with rugged mountains (fells), dramatic lakes (meres) and deep valleys formed by Ice Age glaciers. It contains England’s highest mountain, and deepest lake, and is both a National Park and a World Heritage Site, in recognition of its natural wild beauty and cultural significance, having inspired generations of poets, writers and artists.
Northumberland is a county in North East England, and lies on the England-Scotland border. It is home to one of the most picturesque and untouched stretches of coastline in the United Kingdom along with rolling hills and gentle mountains.
The best way to travel up North is by train, approximately a 4-hour direct journey from London Paddington to The Lake District (Penrith) and London to Northumberland (Newcastle Train Station).
All of our self-guided trips begin from the Lake District. We can also arrange pre and post accommodation at a range of different locations so you can arrive relaxed, refreshed and ready to start your tour. You can also fly into Manchester and transfer to the start of the tour from there.
Alternatively we can arrange a private transfer for you from London – the drive is approximately 5 hours.
The North of England is hillier than many of the other regions of England. However the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales have a variety of routes which makes the regions great walking country and suitable for those who are moderately fit and active. There are many hills, fells and moors but the incredible views from the top more than make up from the ascents! However, you will be able to miss out some of the steeper inclines – or add in some hillier walks for those looking to stretch their legs. There are routes for everyone and we can tailor your tour to your specific preferences.
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