20 miles • circular walk • walk around the whole lake

Experience Ullswater from every angle — close to the water, through woodland, beneath the fells and along the quieter eastern shore. Walk the full circuit, choose a shorter section, or link footpaths with boats and buses.

14-21 miles • linear or circular walk • literary landscapes and mountain paths

Walk from Ullswater to Ambleside through landscapes connected with William and Dorothy Wordsworth — over Grisedale’s mountain pass, down to Grasmere and Dove Cottage, then on by Rydal and the old coffin route.

5.5 miles • linear walk • river walk and historic landmarks

Follow the River Eamont from Penrith’s historic red sandstone streets to Pooley Bridge — a beautiful car-free approach to Ullswater and the northern gateway to the lake.

5 miles • circular walk • mansions, castle and stone bears

Step into the gentler countryside north of Ullswater, where riverside paths, pastureland and quiet lanes lead between Pooley Bridge, Dalemain, Dacre Castle and the curious stone bears of Dacre Church.

7.5 miles • circular walk • castle, river restoration and open fells

Walk beyond Lowther’s castle walls, through a restored river valley and old village paths, before climbing onto the open fells above Askham for wide views towards Ullswater.

Flexible route • linear or circular • installations, poetry and local stories

Follow a series of heritage installations along the Ullswater Way, each revealing stories of the people, places, wildlife and landscapes that have shaped the valley.