Walking in Borrowdale
Borrowdale Valley in the Lake District is renowned for its dramatic scenery. It is a landscape of contrasts. The imposing fells stand majestically, framing the valley on both sides, whilst ancient broad leafed woodlands cloak the lower fellsides and fringe the clear water river. There are walks to suit all abilities, from gentle riverside strolls to full day treks covering many miles! Leave your car at the cottage - Thwaite How is ideally located to walk straight from the door and explore Borrowdale’s footpaths and fells.

Below are a few walks from Thwaite How in Borrowdale:

Thwaite How to Grange in Borrowdale - a relatively easy but very picturesque walk which follows the river to the village of Grange where you can stop for home-made ice cream. You can either walk back or take the Borrowdale Bus from the bridge. (approx. 2 miles each way)

Thwaite How to Watendlath - a stunning walk on a well defined path taking you over Brund Fell. You descend to beautiful views of Watendlath Tarn where you can take a break at the cafe. Walk along the valley floor and drop down at Lodore Falls where you can either walk back following the road and river or take the Borrowdale Bus. (approx. 8 miles in total)

Thwaite How to High Spy and Dale Head - an energetic walk taking in some of the higher Lakeland fells. Amazing views over Borrowdale and Newlands Valleys. From Dalehead you can drop down to Honister and walk back down the old coach road or alternatively you can head over High Spy and drop down from Cat Bells to Grange in Borrowdale

During the high season (April to October) the Honister Rambler bus service is in operation, providing more scope for planning a day’s trek. The bus runs through Rosthwaite, calling at Honister, Buttermere and Newlands. You can select any number of starting points on the bus route, for an energetic hike back to the cottage over the high fells.