Vale of Lorton

This is our kindest holiday in one of the quietest areas of the Lake District National Park. It is based around the peaceful lakes of Loweswater, Crummock and Buttermere in the North West corner of the Lake District, and uses well defined paths, forestry tracks and country lanes.

The distances covered each day are relatively short with the exception of one mountain pass involving an easy climb of 200 metres. The route generally keeps to relatively flat valley bottoms and there is plenty of time to take it easy, enjoy some spectacular scenery and soak up the tranquility.

Our Holidays

We offer 2 itineraries for the Vale of Lorton. Choose from 3 or 5 days walking depending on your available time and the pace you find most comfortable.

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.

Vale of Lorton

Keswick to Keswick 28 miles/45 km

We offer 2 itineraries covering the whole route. The 3 day option has 2 days with 10 miles of walking, while the 5 day option has daily distances of 7 miles or less.

Code Length Average per day Price range
VL4 3 days walking (4 nights) 9 miles/14 km $995 - $1160 Full Info Book
VL6 5 days walking (6 nights) 6 miles/10 km $1499 - $1773 Full Info Book

Client Feedback

I have been thinking about the C2C walk for many years and Mickledore made it a reality. The organisation, information provided and choice of stays was excellent. I will certainly book again with Mickledore and would recommend them to anyone interested in this type of holiday.

Coast to Coast, June 2024
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I walked the Dales High Way organised by Mickledore. The accommodation booked was high quality and the whole experience was thoroughly enjoyable. Mickledore provided a well organised holiday, with clear communications from booking to finishing the trip. I’ve used them three times now and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.

Dales High Way, July 2024
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Best holiday pack I’ve encountered. Exemplary service and arrangements. Everything worked beautifully start to finish.

Cleveland Way, August 2024
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