Ullswater Way

Hike Details

  • Distance: 32km (20 miles)
  • Duration: 9-11 hours
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Area: Lake District

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£49pp

Dates available in February, April, August.


Ullswater Way - Guided Group Hike

  • Ascent: 2,345ft / 715m
  • Starting times: 8:30am
  • Finish times: 5pm (Approx)
  • Start/Finish: Tourist Info Car Park, Glenridding, Penrith, CA11 0PD. Find parking on Google maps
  • There are toilets at the meeting point in Glenridding and along the route at Pooley Bridge and Aira Force. However we can't guarantee availability of opening times.
  • Car park cost: £8
  • DATES AVAILABLE: 21 Feb 2026, 12 Apr 2026, 15 Aug 2026

** PLEASE NOTE: If you have completed a booking/enquiry from for this event and have not heard back within our turnaround time of 1-2 days, please check your junk folder for a response from us.

** Each Small Group will run with a minimum of 3 participants. If the minimum has not been met 24 hours before the hike, we will reach out and refund, reschedule or make alternate arrangements.

What To Expect

Experience the exhilarating beauty of the Lake District as you traverse the Ullswater Way in ONE DAY, a 20-mile adventure filled with beautiful mountainous surroundings, the famous 65 ft Aira force waterfall, and endless opportunities for exploration.

This is a tough long distance event that has a mix of rocky terrain, grassy paths and steep ascents/descents. You should be comfortable walking up to 15 miles and have a reasonably good fitness level.

Why Choose Trekking Tom Experiences?

  • Professionally guided thousands of people across the UK
  • Safety first approach with qualified Mountain Leaders
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  • Our commitment to sustainability, supporting local communities and minimising environmental impact
  • Options for all fitness and experience levels
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Absolutely! 90% of our participants are solo hikers and adventurers. We pride ourselves on getting together like minded folk to create laughs, memories, and friendships! So there's no need to feel worried about your first experience, or indeed trying a new type of outdoor activity, with us.

For each hike we calculate a suitable time based on the distance and terrain. We do our very best to accommodate the speed of the group we are leading, whilst providing the encouragement needed to complete the challenge.

For information on what you should bring, please view our compulsory and recommended kit list.

Will you take on the epic Ullswater Way with Trekking Tom Experiences? We can't wait to meet you!

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