Cumbria Way
The Cumbria Way bisects Cumbria from the market town of Ulverston, near the coast of Morecambe Bay in the south, to the historic city of Carlisle on the Scottish Border in the north. In between the two it passes through some of the Lake District’s most famous and spectacular scenery.
The route uses the valley systems wherever possible and therefore over most of its length it avoids the high fells. Lakeshore paths, ancient green lanes and paths at the bottom of steep sided valleys, all form part of this stunning route.
There are two sections in the higher fells, both on well established paths. Between Langdale and Borrowdale, over Stake Pass, and between Keswick and Caldbeck, over the flanks of Skiddaw.
Our Holidays
We offer a range of holidays on the Cumbria Way. You can walk the whole route from Ulverston to Carlisle in 5, 6 or 8 days. Some people choose to finish the walk at Caldbeck, as the final day to Carlisle is arguably less interesting, crossing mainly agricultural land. The Cumbria Way Highlights covers this option. Finally we have the 3 day or 4 day ‘Best of the Cumbria Way’ short breaks, concentrating on the more dramatic section between Coniston and Keswick.
Please bear in mind that the distances each day are trail distances only. They do not take into account walking to your accommodation. On some days the accommodation might be on or close to the trail but on other days you may need to walk one or two miles to get to your overnight stop.
Cumbria Way
Ulverston to Carlisle 68 miles/109 km
We have 3 itineraries for the Whole Cumbria Way. Choose from 5, 6 or 8 days walking. Each of these itineraries can also be booked with dog-friendly accommodation. Please select the code ending D if you would like to bring your dog with you.
Please note that due to a major road project, the Carlisle Southern Link Road, our Cumbria Way holidays will stop at Dalston throughout 2025. On the final leg you will walk the 10 miles from Caldbeck to Dalston, from where you can take a train the final few miles into Carlisle for your final nights’ accommodation. Alternatively, you could consider our Cumbria Way Highlights: Ulverston to Caldbeck holiday.
| Code | Length | Average per day | Price range | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CW6 | 5 days walking (6 nights) | 14 miles/23 km | £729 - £862 | Full Info Book |
| CW6D | 5 days walking (6 nights) | 14 miles/23 km | £872 - £1005 | Full Info Book |
| CW7 | 6 days walking (7 nights) | 11 miles/18 km | £860 - £1020 | Full Info Book |
| CW7D | 6 days walking (7 nights) | 12 miles/19 km | £992 - £1152 | Full Info Book |
| CW9 | 8 days walking (9 nights) | 9 miles/14 km | £1070 - £1283 | Full Info Book |
| CW9D | 8 days walking (9 nights) | 9 miles/14 km | £1308 - £1521 | Full Info Book |
Cumbria Way Highlights: Ulverston to Caldbeck
Ulverston to Caldbeck 58 miles/93 km
These walks cover the whole of the Cumbria Way within the National Park, missing out the final long day to Carlisle. Each of these itineraries can also be booked with dog-friendly accommodation. Please select the code ending D if you would like to bring your dog with you.
| Code | Length | Average per day | Price range | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWC5 | 4 days walking (5 nights) | 15 miles/24 km | £674 - £780 | Full Info Book |
| CWC5D | 4 days walking (5 nights) | 15 miles/24 km | £788 - £894 | Full Info Book |
| CWC6 | 5 days walking (6 nights) | 12 miles/19 km | £729 - £862 | Full Info Book |
| CWC6D | 5 days walking (6 nights) | 12 miles/19 km | £890 - £1023 | Full Info Book |
| CWC8 | 7 days walking (8 nights) | 9 miles/14 km | £948 - £1134 | Full Info Book |
| CWC8D | 7 days walking (8 nights) | 9 miles/14 km | £1161 - £1347 | Full Info Book |
Best of the Cumbria Way: Coniston to Keswick
Coniston to Keswick 28 miles/45 km
This holiday covers the most dramatic section of the Cumbria Way. If time is short these walks give a good flavour of the Central Lakes, taking in the areas two most celebrated valleys; Langdale and Borrowdale, as well as the remote Stakes Pass between them. Both of these itineraries can also be booked with dog-friendly accommodation. Please select the code ending D if you would like to bring your dog with you.
| Code | Length | Average per day | Price range | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWB3 | 2 days walking (3 nights) | 14 miles/23 km | £432 - £485 | Full Info Book |
| CWB3D | 2 days walking (3 nights) | 14 miles/23 km | £517 - £570 | Full Info Book |
| CWB4 | 3 days walking (4 nights) | 9 miles/14 km | £552 - £632 | Full Info Book |
| CWB4D | 3 days walking (4 nights) | 10 miles/16 km | £655 - £735 | Full Info Book |