Lady Anne's Way

This classic long distance route runs for 100 miles (161km) from Skipton to Penrith, passing through some stunning scenery on its journey. 

Starting from Skipton Castle, the walk passes through the Yorkshire Dales on its way into the Upper Eden Valley and through Kirkby Stephen and Appleby before finishing in Brougham, Penrith.

The route was inspired by Lady Anne Clifford who travelled repeatedly between her castles.  The route takes in the ruins of these historical buildings.

Originally devised and written as a six day walk, there is now a nine day alternative. This enables you to take things at a more leisurely pace and allows more time to visit places of interest along the way.

A statue by Diane Lawrenson titled 'Lady Anne's Way' stands in front of the Upper Eden Visitor Centre in Kirkby Stephen.

Visit the Lady Anne's Way website for more information on the route.