Kirkby Stephen Tours and Trips

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Coast to Coast Guided Explorer - 17 Days

5.0(10 reviews)

Take your time to savor England’s most iconic footpath with the 'Coast to Coast Guided Explorer – 17 Days' tour. This extended guided walking trip stretches from St Bees on the Irish Sea to Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Sea, offering two extra days compared to the classic itinerary for a more in-depth experience. Traverse the famed Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and North York Moors national parks, clocking in at approximately 315km (195 miles) of moderate to challenging hiking. The extra days allow for a gentler pace and more opportunities to explore quaint villages, rolling hills, and the mystical Nine Standards Rig. Enjoy the camaraderie of a small group, led by a knowledgeable guide, and relax each night in welcoming hotels, guesthouses, and traditional pubs. Along the way, you’ll marvel at the diversity of the English countryside, from rugged mountains and serene lakes to dry stone walls and vibrant market towns. Celebrate your achievement on the shores of the North Sea with your fellow walkers—a moment you’ll cherish. The unique selling point of this trip is its leisurely, immersive approach—perfect for travelers who want to fully absorb the landscapes, history, and local character of England’s legendary Coast to Coast walk.

17 days

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Coast to Coast: St Bees to Kirkby Stephen - 8 Days

3.0(1 review)

Begin your British hiking adventure on the Coast to Coast: St Bees to Kirkby Stephen tour, an 8-day moderate walking journey crafted for experienced and senior travelers. Start at the Cumbrian seaside resort of St Bees and traverse the Lake District’s dramatic scenery, passing through valleys, national parks, and picturesque villages. Encounter working hill farms, traditional pubs, and the charm of English market towns. This self-guided trip includes comfortable accommodations and convenient transport. The unique selling point lies in experiencing the first half of the iconic Coast to Coast trail, blending mountain landscapes with classic English hospitality and heritage.

8 days

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Coast to Coast: Walk Kirkby Stephen to Robin Hood's Bay

5.0(1 review)

Explore the iconic Coast to Coast Walk at your own pace with this 9-day trip from Kirkby Stephen to Robin Hood’s Bay. Perfect for seasoned explorers and seniors, this moderate walking tour covers the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, with long days and rewarding views. Begin with a hike over the Pennines and follow the River Swale to Richmond before journeying through the moors to the dramatic North Sea coast. Stay in welcoming local inns and guesthouses, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow walkers. The tour’s highlight is the chance to complete the celebrated second half of the Coast to Coast walk, culminating in a triumphant arrival at Robin Hood’s Bay.

9 days

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Coast to Coast: Walk Kirkby Stephen to Robin Hood's Bay - 11 Days

5.0(2 reviews)

Embark on the second section of Wainwright’s Coast to Coast with this 11-day walking tour from Kirkby Stephen to Robin Hood’s Bay—ideal for experienced travelers and seniors looking for moderate activity. This thoughtfully paced itinerary breaks up tougher sections, granting you extra time to savor the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and charming market towns like Richmond. Traverse river valleys, climb the mystical Nine Standards Rigg, and make your celebratory entrance into Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Sea. The tour features cozy accommodations and highlights the diversity of England’s countryside and hospitality. The unique aspect is its relaxed pacing, allowing for deeper exploration and greater enjoyment of each destination.

11 days

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Coast to Coast: St Bees to Kirkby Stephen - 9 Days

4.5(2 reviews)

Cover the first half of the Coast to Coast Walk from St Bees to the village of Kirkby Stephen crossing the Lake District National Park. Experience the most dramatic section of Wainwright’s legendary Coast to Coast route on this self-guided walking holiday from the Irish Sea at St Bees to the market town of Kirkby Stephen. The western half of the Coast to Coast offers some of the most spectacular scenery in northern England, crossing the rugged heart of the Lake District National Park and into the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. This 9-day itinerary cleverly splits the final long stage between Shap and Kirkby Stephen into two shorter days, giving you a more relaxed finish without losing any of the route’s highlights. It’s ideal if you’re short on time, new to long-distance walking, or want to enjoy the trail at an easier pace while still experiencing the best-loved landscapes of the Coast to Coast. Your journey begins by dipping your boots in the Irish Sea at St Bees, then heading east with the prevailing wind at your back. You’ll walk through dramatic valleys such as Ennerdale, Borrowdale, and Patterdale, pass shimmering lakes, and cross high passes with the option to tackle famous summits like Helvellyn. As the Lake District fells give way to the gentler landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales, you’ll finish in Kirkby Stephen, a charming market town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales with rail links—perfect for a celebratory rest after an inspiring week on the trail. Prefer a faster pace? Our 8-day version (trip code UCT) keeps the classic long stage between Shap and Kirkby Stephen intact for a more challenging itinerary. Scroll down to explore all our Coast to Coast walking options.

9 days

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Walking from Coast to Coast

The world famous Coast-to-Coast is an exhilarating long-distance walking route originally described by the writer Alfred Wainwright in his book of the same name. First published in 1973, the book has grown in renown and today is as popular as ever, with the walk itself featuring on the bucket list of all keen walkers. At nearly 200 miles in length, the route takes you across country, up fells and down dales, from Cumbria's St Bees, on the shores of the Irish Sea, to the picturesque fishing village of Robin Hood's Bay in Yorkshire, passing fabulous landscapes at every turn. The tour runs through three national parks in northern England - the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors - and features some of the most spectacular and beautiful scenery in the country. The walking is challenging and recommended for experienced fell walkers and confident map readers only, but the sense of achievement and camaraderie when you encounter fellow coast to coasters makes it all worthwhile. Your accommodation each night is in carefully picked B&Bs, with either ensuite or private facilities, where friendly smiles and warm welcomes to weary walkers are guaranteed! Please note that GPX tracks and a routes and maps guide are provided on this trip, along with our usual maps. This replaces our usual turn by turn route directions.

18 days

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