Easy to Moderate
1 Hour+
1.7 Miles
Beginners & Leisure Walkers
Craig Manor Hotel
Explore Bowness on Windermere’s Scenic Delights
Trail Description
This walk will take you through the beautiful village of Bowness on Windermere, up to the scenic Biskey Howe Toposcope and then onto Brantfell, for a stunning 360 degree view of Windermere. You’ll also travel along historic locations such as the Carriageway and Promenade stone benches and pass locations such as the World of Beatrix Potter.
Trail Directions
The Back Lane Circular trail offers a delightful journey through the stunning Lake District countryside. This 8.6-mile trail takes you along quaint country lanes and roads, and through wooded paths with views of the Golf Club. This is a wonderful opportunity to stretch your legs and explore some beautiful Lake District countryside.
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Begin at the Craig Manor Hotel and head downhill towards the village of Bowness for approximately 460 meters.
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Once you reach Helm Road (with The World of Beatrix Potter shop on your right), turn left, keeping The Angel Inn to your right.
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After the bend in the road following the Hydro Hotel, you’ll find a steep path (with steps) on the left. This path leads to the viewpoint on Biskey Howe.
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After enjoying the views from Biskey Howe, take the disabled track at the back of the viewpoint. Follow this path, cross the road through the gates marked ‘Deloraine’, then cross the next road and follow the sign for ‘Permitted Path Post Knott’, which bears to the right through a gate with a National Trust omega sign.
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Follow the Carriageway & Promenade all the way to the end. For information about the stone benches along this path, see “Points of Interest” below. Then, descend to the gate onto Post Knott and climb to the summit for more spectacular views.
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At this point, you have two options: proceed along the path behind Post Knott, going through the kissing gate and onto Brantfell for stunning 360-degree views of the lakes before returning to Post Knott, or retrace your steps and proceed to direction 7.
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Follow the path back to where it crosses with another signed Dales Way. Turn left and descend through the field to Brantfell Road, heading towards Bowness village.
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Once you reach St Martin’s Place, you can either enjoy the rest of your day in the village centre or turn right towards Lake Road, which will lead you back to the Craig Manor Hotel.
Trail Notes
Steep in places but mostly on roads and surfaced paths until the final descent into Bowness. Some parts of this walk are not suitable for disabled access.
Easy to Moderate
1 Hour+
1.7 Miles
Beginners & Leisure Walkers
Craig Manor Hotel
Points of Interest
Brantfell: With its fantastic 360-degree view, the ascent to Brantfell offers a rewarding experience. Wainwright commended Brantfell in his book ‘The Outlying Fells of Lakeland’ for its stunning prospect of Windermere.
Biskey Howe: This location provides breathtaking views across the entire 10.5-mile length of Lake Windermere from Lakeside to Waterhead.
Carraigeway and Promenade Stone Benches: Discover the stone benches along this historic route, originally used by those seeking the waters. These benches were also designed to accommodate carriages for the seriously ill.
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Need a break in the lakes?
Make the most of your visit to Bowness on Windermere by staying at one of the charming hotels in Bowness, such as Craig Manor Hotel. Located in close proximity to the Brantfell walking trail, our hotel provides easy access for walkers looking to explore the picturesque surroundings. After a rewarding hike to the Biskey Howe viewpoint and the summit of Brantfell, treat yourself to a comfortable stay at our hotel.
Windermere and its surrounding areas offer a wide range of attractions and activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore additional walks near Windermere to discover more breathtaking views and scenic routes. You can also plan visits to Windermere Castle, a fascinating historical site, or embark on thrilling Windermere kayak adventures to experience the tranquil beauty of the lake from a different perspective.
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