Ullswater Way Challenge

At A Glance

Difficulty:
Distance: 20 miles
Ascent: 945m
Duration: Approx. 10 Hours
Group Ratio: 1:10
Price: £39.00 per person

Why choose this challenge?

Discover the most beautiful lake in the Lake District National Park
20-mile circular walk taking in all the highlights of this stunning area
Meet like-minded walkers on this superb mini-adventure
Experience some of the best views the Lake District has to offer

Why choose Mountain Walks?

Small group guided walks which are fun, relaxed and stress-free
Led by experienced Mountain Leaders.
Dedicated to providing adventures that are remarkable, inspiring and memorable.
We put our clients at the heart of everything we do.
We are here to help from booking to completing the walk

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Event Description

The Ullswater Way Challenge is a 20-mile walking adventure around the most beautiful lake in England. The route circumnavigates Ullswater and gives you the chance to explore every bit of this beautiful area of the Lake District. This is the most beautiful lake walk in England and a great walking challenge too.

The Ullswater Way Challenge is one of the best lower-level walks in the Lake District. This circular walk takes you around the lake where you will enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of the Lake District and magnificent mountain views.

2025 Dates:

Saturday 22nd March 2025
Saturday 28th June 2025
Saturday 26th July 2025

Walks start at 8.00am (meeting time is 7.45am). Expect to be finished around 5.00pm.

Highlights of the Ullswater Challenge include:

Complete the full 20-miles circuit around Ullswater
Beautiful views, both high-level and low-level, across Ullswater
See the famous Aira Force (waterfalls)
Spectacular views of the Helvellyn and High Street mountain ranges
Enjoy some of the most beautiful and rewarding walking in the Lake District
Walk through Glencoyne and around Gowbarrow Fell
The villages of Pooley Bridge, Glenridding, Paterdale and Howtown
Meet other like-minded walkers on a small group guided walk

Where does it start?

The Ullswater Way Challenge starts and finishes in Pooley Bridge in the Lake District. Pooley Bridge is just a short drive from Penrith and the M6.

When is it?

There are several dates throughout the year. You can view the dates below or on the booking calendar above.

Is it for me?

The Ullswater Way Challenge requires a good level of fitness and you will need to be able to walk for up to 9-hours at a comfortable pace. This is a great personal walking challenge which you can take part in either on your own or as a small group.

How to book your Ullswater Way Challenge

You can book your guided walk anytime through the website.

1. Decide which date you would like to attend
2. Use the booking calendar above to select your date and click ‘book now’
3. You pay a 35% deposit to book your place
4. We email you with all the walk information including kit lists, timings, parking and training plans

Testimonials & Reviews

Both Jamie and Jo where brilliant guides and very friendly, the walk was perfectly paced and with plenty stops for refreshments, I’m hoping to do this walk again in the near future.
Bryan Haddock

Thanks Jamie & Mountain Walks for a very enjoyable walk around Ullswater. Met some lovely people & the scenery was brilliant. These guided walks are great fun
Morag Pool

Absolutely loved the Ullswater Way Challenge! My first time taking on a challenge like this and it couldn’t have gone any better. Fantastic organisation, beautiful route and very knowledgeable guide in Jamie. Well worth the achy feet
Sharon Bradley

This is the second time that I have used Mountain Walks and I’ll be looking to do another with you next year. Looking forward to seeing what new walks you have for next year. I introduced two of my friends to you this year and I know that they had a great day and will be tagging along with me again next year.
Susan Lamb

The Ullswater Way Challenge was my second experience of Mountain Walks, and I thoroughly enjoyed both. I’m a keen walker anyway, but it’s great not having to navigate (or having the opportunity to cheat!) on the longer walks. The guides are always lovely and helpful, and there are so many more challenges you’re running I want to have a go at!
Janie Stephenson

Absolutely amazing, nothing was too much trouble. Excellent guides and a fantastic route.
Adrian Bodle

Well organised and supported walk. Nice group size with plenty of guides. Had a great day. Would highly recommend.
Nicola Shaw

We had a fantastic day walking the Ullswater Way Challenge. Enjoyed it so much and the whole experience was great . The scenery was stunning . Many thanks to all the staff who were so helpful and informative . We will definitely be using their services again
Mark Brown

Mountain Walks provided a safe and supported way for me to challenge my abilities and assess my future training points to increase my fitness with a really fun group of people.
Jane Pratt

Had a great experience with Mountain Walks, walking around the Ullswater Way. Beautiful, picturesque walk with stunning views! Our guide was extremely helpful and emails leading up to the event we’re full of information to help get is to the day. To top it off we completed in Record time. Thank you Mountain Walks
Sheli Knapper

Fantastic day with a Jamie and the other guides. The walk was beautiful despite the weather. Will definitely be looking at the other walks available.
Kim Ison

This was my first walk with Mountain Walks and it was amazing. Fab walk amazing scenery, friendly guides, would definitely recommend to anyone. I am currently searching for my next walk with you guys.
Natalie Brown

Jamie, Sam, Emma and Cole were a lovely group of leaders and clearly very expedience in the field of hiking! Myself and my friend felt incredibly comfortable in the knowledge that they knew exactly where we were going, when we’re going to stop and if required they would be there to help! Considering the length of the walk it was thoroughly enjoyable as we were made to feel so a ease! My friend and I are definitely considering taking part in another walk through this great company and we are very much looking forward to when that will be! Great day, fab people and excellent experience!!
Heather Graveson

What our clients say...

Would highly recommend Mountain Walks, great experience from start to finish. So easy to book with ample information provide upon booking and thereafter leading up to the event. Great experience, thoroughly enjoyed the challenge. So much so now looking at the next. Great communication, great event and friendly guides. Thank you
Stacey Hodgetts
What our clients say...

I can not recommend these guys enough. Their knowledge, expertise, encouragement and professionalism was outstanding.
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