The quiet country lanes, secluded lakes and expansive woodland on the west shores of Lake Windermere offer dozens of trails whilst those who are after a more energetic fell climb have a vast choice of routes to challenge them. Here are a few ideas:
Beautiful Tarn Hows, once owned by Beatrix Potter has wheelchair- and buggy-accessible lakeside paths, and is well worth the away by car. More information can be found here: www.thelakedistrict.org/things-to-do/walks/tarn-hows-circuit/
Moss Eccles Tarn is easily reachable on foot from Hawkrigg Farm. Beatrix Potter spent many happy hours here on her little fishing boat, sketching, drawing and exploring the area. Walk in her footsteps and appreciate its beauty and maybe take the return route to Hawkrigg via her home Hilltop or grab a cake and cup of tea at the Belle Green Café nearby. For more information visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trails/beatrix-potters-moss-eccles-tarn-walk
Walk around Rydal water and explore some amazing caves. Please see: www.thelakedistrict.org/things-to-do/walks/white-moss/
Spend some time exploring Coniston and from there make your way up to the Coppermine Valley where the remains of quarries are still in evidence, waterfalls are plentiful and the views are incredible. More information can be found here: www.walklakes.co.uk/walk_252.html
Head over to Windermere and make your way up to Gummers How to bag yourself the most incredible views of the Lake from the highest overlooking point, visit:
https://www.lakeswalks.co.uk/walks/gummers_how/
From Ambleside centre you can walk to Stockghyll Force Waterfall and surrounding forest, please see: www.walklakes.co.uk/walk_132.html
If you want to walk off a gorgeous lunch or afternoon tea at Chesters by the River then take the path by the side of the café along the River Brathay to Elterwater at the foot of the Langdales. More information can be found here: www.gps-routes.co.uk/routes/home.nsf/RoutesLinksWalks/chesters-by-the-river-walk-walking-route
Or from Grasmere centre enjoy after a climb up to Easdale Tarn past the Sour Milk falls – this is one for those who are a bit fitter and want a bit of a challenge that is doable and ultimately rewarding. You might need to stop to catch your breath on this one but it is worth it. Discover it here: www.walkingenglishman.com/lakes15.htm
Though slightly further away, a walk around Buttermere or Crummock water will prove truly memorable. View here: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/buttermere-valley/trails/lanthwaite-wood-and-crummock-water-walk
For a brilliant list of walks/climbs/ challenges etc. try this link: where2walk.co.uk/complete-list-of-lake-district-walks/