Hillcroft Park

Ullswater Way - Dalemain Loop

Loops through parkland and woodland around historic Dalemain Estate with gentle, well-maintained paths suitable for families and buggies on drier sections. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock and estate grounds. Mostly flat with occasional mild inclines, offering pastoral views across to Ullswater's eastern fells. Perfect for a short leg-stretch combining heritage grounds with classic Lakeland countryside without the crowds or climbs of the main lakeshore routes.

Ullswater Way - Lowther Castle Loop

Loops through parkland and woodland around the historic Lowther Castle ruins, following well-maintained paths with gentle gradients throughout. Ideal for families and buggy-friendly on main estate tracks, though some woodland sections may be muddier after rain. Dogs welcome but keep on leads near livestock. The Gothic castle façade and restored formal gardens make this a atmospheric half-day outing combining heritage with gentle countryside walking.

Eamont Way

Follows the River Eamont through gentle, largely flat terrain between Pooley Bridge and Brougham near Penrith. Suitable for families and generally accessible with buggies on most sections, though some stretches may be muddy after rain. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Enjoy peaceful riverside walking through Cumbrian countryside with historic Brougham Castle ruins marking the route's end—a quietly scenic ramble perfect for an easy afternoon out.

The Ullswater Way

Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Trail, Ullswater Valley