Guided Coast to Coast Walking Holiday

Join us on our guided Coast to Coast walking holiday and follow in the footsteps of Alfred Wainwright on one of England’s most famous long-distance walking routes.

This 15-day walking holiday covers approximately 190 miles, starting at St Bees on the west coast and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. Along the way, you will cross three National Parks, exploring the beautiful landscapes of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors.

Led by a qualified Mountain Leader, our fully guided Coast to Coast walk allows you to enjoy the adventure alongside a small group of like-minded walkers. With accommodation and daily luggage transfers arranged, you can focus on enjoying each day’s walk.

What to Expect Along the Coast to Coast Route

The Coast to Coast walk takes you through three of England’s most beautiful National Parks, each offering different landscapes and walking challenges.

The first section crosses the Lake District, where you will experience rugged mountains, scenic valleys and challenging climbs, including Kidsty Pike at approximately 780 metres.

From there, the route continues into the Yorkshire Dales, passing through Swaledale, Reeth and Richmond. Expect open fells, rolling countryside and peaceful valleys as you make your way east.

The final section crosses the flatter Vale of York before reaching the North York Moors. Here, you will walk across open moorland, heather-covered hills and scenic tracks before completing your journey at Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Sea coast.

Who Is This Walking Holiday Suitable For?

The Coast to Coast walk is a challenging long-distance route, best suited to walkers with a good level of fitness and some previous hill walking experience.

You will be walking for 12 days, covering distances of up to 20 miles in a day. The route includes steep climbs, rocky paths, open moorland and flatter countryside sections.

You should be comfortable walking for several hours each day and tackling long distances on consecutive days.

Our guided Coast to Coast walking holiday gives you the opportunity to complete this rewarding challenge with the support of a qualified Mountain Leader and a friendly group of fellow walkers.

Accommodation and Luggage Transfers

You will stay in bed and breakfasts or hotels throughout the holiday, with 14 nights’ accommodation and breakfast included in the price.

Your main luggage will be transferred between accommodation each day, meaning you only need to carry a day rucksack with food, water, spare clothing and other essentials.

This allows you to enjoy the walk without carrying heavy luggage, making the experience more comfortable as you travel across England.

The itinerary also includes a rest day, giving you time to relax and recover before continuing your journey.

Your Day-by-Day Itinerary

Our 15-day guided Coast to Coast walking holiday follows the route from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay, with 12 walking days and a rest day along the way.

• Day 1: Arrive in St Bees
• Day 2: St Bees to Ennerdale Bridge – 14 miles
• Day 3: Ennerdale to Rosthwaite – 14.5 miles
• Day 4: Rosthwaite to Patterdale – 17.5 miles
• Day 5: Patterdale to Shap – 16 miles
• Day 6: Shap to Kirkby Stephen – 20 miles
• Day 7: Kirkby Stephen to Keld – 13 miles
• Day 8: Keld to Reeth – 11 miles
• Day 9: Reeth to Bolton-on-Swale – 17 miles
• Day 10: Rest day
• Day 11: Bolton-on-Swale to Ingleby Cross – 17 miles
• Day 12: Ingleby Cross to Clay Bank Top – 12.5 miles
• Day 13: Clay Bank Top to Glaisdale – 18.5 miles
• Day 14: Glaisdale to Robin Hood’s Bay – 19 miles
• Day 15: Departure day

Walking distances are approximate and may vary depending on the route and conditions.

What to Bring

As you will be walking long distances across varied terrain, it is important to bring suitable clothing and equipment for the journey.

We recommend bringing:

• Comfortable, well-worn walking boots with good grip
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Warm layers, including a fleece or insulated jacket
• A comfortable day rucksack
• Plenty of water and a packed lunch for each walking day
• Snacks to keep your energy levels up
• Hat, gloves and sun protection
• Spare socks and suitable walking clothing
• Any personal medication you may need

Weather conditions can change quickly, particularly in the Lake District and across the higher sections of the route, so it is important to be prepared for different conditions.

Your main luggage will be transferred each day, allowing you to carry only what you need for the day’s walk.

Price and What’s Included

Price: From £2,450 per person

Single supplement: £840 per person

We keep our groups small, with a maximum of 12 people, creating a friendly atmosphere throughout the holiday.

The price includes:

• 14 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation
• Daily luggage transfers between accommodation
• A qualified Mountain Leader on all walking days
• A fully guided Coast to Coast walking experience

Important Information

The planned itinerary may change depending on accommodation availability.

Please note that there is no accommodation at Clay Bank Top. Transport will be arranged from Clay Bank Top to our accommodation.

Weather and ground conditions can also affect walking routes, particularly in the higher and more remote sections of the Coast to Coast Path. Your Mountain Leader will assess conditions throughout the holiday and make adjustments where necessary.