Walking In The Lake District
An almost unchartable network of Lake District paths connects the lakes themselves, tracks the broken knife-edge ridges of the fells and mountains or weaves easier courses around the flanks and onto the tops. Wherever you go, you should always be properly equipped : wear strong-soled, supportive shoes or boots, carry water, and take a map (and know how to use it). Bad weather can move in quickly, even in the height of summer, so before starting out you should check the weather forecast - many hotels and outdoor shops post a daily forecast - or call 017687/75757 (24-hour line). The best general map of the area is the Ordnance Survey inch-to-the-mile (1:63,360) Touring Map and Guide 3, with hill shading and illustrated text on the back. Essential for walking are the 1:50,000 OS Landranger maps 89, 90, 96 and 97, or, better, the yellow 1:25,000 OS Outdoor Leisure series, which cover the whole Lake District. Many shops and tourist offices also sell local walk leaflets, and regional trail and hiking guides, of which Alfred Wainwright's hand-drawn masterpieces are the best known.
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