Sarah Bennett
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Finding My Feet Again: Two Perfect Days on the Cumbria Way
Eighteen months ago I underwent spinal surgery, and since then, my approach to walking has changed. I now look for routes that are manageable but still fulfilling, and paths that remind me why I fell in love with walking in the first place, without pushing my recovery too far. This stretch of the Cumbria Way gave me exactly that, a taste of the wild and wonderful Lake District, with forests, fells, and peaceful valleys, all within reach. The two-day route from the charming village of Coniston to the quiet beauty of Rosthwaite offered just the right blend of challenge and reward. I chose this bespoke itinerary close to home not only for its convenience but because it promised variety – steady inclines, tranquil woodlands, and the kind of spectacular Lakeland scenery that really lifts the spirit. For anyone seeking a shorter walking break that still delivers that deep sense of being immersed in Lakeland landscape, this section ticks all the boxes. Coniston to Great Langdale We set off after a delicious breakfast at the Yewdale Inn in Coniston, well-fuelled for our first day on the Cumbria Way. The trail began gently, winding through quiet woodland and past a series of…
The Great Glen Way – A Scenic Trek Through Highland Beauty
The decision for Paul and I to walk the Great Glen Way was fueled by a sense of nostalgia and cherished memories. For me, the allure of returning to Inverness, a city I had explored years ago and for my dear Mum Fort William held a special place with its majestic mountains. However, we knew that tackling the renowned West Highland Way might be too ambitious for our abilities, so the Great Glen Way beckoned with its promise of a more manageable yet equally captivating experience. And let’s not forget the icing on the cake – the opportunity to sample some of Scotland’s finest Whiskies along the way. Leaving our car parked in Inverness we chose to take the bus to Fort William leaving us with a hassle free return after completing the trail. The scenic bus route offered views of breathtaking landscapes giving us glimpses of what was to come over the next seven days. Day 1: Fort William to Gairlochy Our day began with a hearty Scottish breakfast, our dining room offered views over Loch Linhe the mountains in the distance set the tone for what we knew would be a day of scenic splendor. With our appetites…
Captivating Cleveland Way
When my husband Paul and I were asked if we would like to walk some of the Cleveland Way, the second oldest National Trail, we jumped at the chance. Mickledore offer a range of itineraries along this 109 mile route. We walked the Moorland Highlights adding an extra walking day along the coast to Runswick Bay. Mickledore offer bespoke itineraries like ours so if you would like to walk something different to what is advertised on our website we are always happy to see if we can make it work for you. Day 1: Helmsley to Sutton Bank After arriving the evening before at the beautiful Yorkshire market town of Helmsley we were offered by our very kind hosts to walk the first day in reverse. This gave us the opportunity to visit a few historic landmarks along the way and walk downhill back into Helmsley for our second night stay. So after a lovely Yorkshire breakfast including homemade yogurt and jam made by our host we were taken to Sutton Bank to start our adventure. From there we had great views to places like Richmond, Knaresborough Castle and York. Following the trail past the gliding club to the White…