The Coast to Coast Walk : St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay

Embark on a classic adventure across Northern England with this comprehensive guidebook to the Coast to Coast Walk, the iconic long-distance trail devised by Alfred Wainwright. Traversing 188 miles (302km) from the Irish Sea at St Bees to the North Sea at Robin Hood's Bay, this celebrated route links the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and North York Moors National Parks, showcasing some of England's most diverse and beautiful landscapes. From the sweeping fells of Lakeland, across limestone country, through the rolling Dales, and over the wild North York Moors, every step offers an ever-changing panorama of England's finest scenery.

This guidebook provides detailed, stage-by-stage instructions for the classic 13-day route, along with flexible itineraries to suit all abilities—including 15- and 19-day options for those who want a more leisurely pace. Each stage begins with a summary of key facts, complete with height profiles, accommodation options, and practical advice. The guide features clear 1:100,000 OS route maps plus an OS 1:25,000 route map booklet for stress-free navigation, along with downloadable GPX files for digital navigation on your smartphone or GPS device. Low- and high-level options for the Yorkshire Dales section allow you to tailor your adventure to your experience and fitness level.

Discover charming villages and key locations along the way—from Ennerdale Bridge and Rosthwaite through Patterdale, Shap, and Kirkby Stephen, to Keld, Reeth, Richmond, Osmotherley, and finally the dramatic cliffs of Robin Hood's Bay. Up-to-date information on accommodation, transport, and local services for each stage helps you plan with confidence. The best time to walk is from late spring to early autumn, when daylight is long and facilities are open to welcome walkers. Plan your Coast to Coast adventure with this definitive Cicerone guidebook and experience one of Britain's most inspiring long-distance walks.