Wild Swimming Walks Lake District: 28 lake, river and waterfall days out

Description

The book takes you on magical journeys through Britain's most popular walking and swimming region, combining classic Lakes fell walking with adventurous swimming, collating the very best swims and hikes in Lakeland. Combining stunning photography, engaging stories and history, the book is packed with all the practical information you need, including detailed directions, route maps and downloadable guides. > Discover the beautiful pool below the highest waterfall in Cumbria > Seek the legendary talking fish of Bowscale Tarn > Swim around the islands of Ullswater and into the Devil's Chimney > Bathe in the deepest tarn in the Lakes beneath the towering crags of Mardale > Explore the craggy highs and the watery lows of Scafell Pike from the wonderful Eskdale Valley

Abandoned as an infant and raised by otters in Northumbria the Pete Kelly has an innate affinity with water. Pete and his wife founded Swim the Lakes in 2005, the region most popular swim guiding company, and together they have pioneered adventure swimming in the Lake District. www.swimthelakes.co.uk