“The lodgings, the views, the food, the people on our tour and our wonderful trip leaders were our favorite parts of this tour.” - England Coast to Coast guest
You’ll walk in the footsteps of Alfred Wainwright through three of England’s most iconic national parks: the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, and the North York Moors.
Highlights include climbing one of England's tallest peaks, crossing classic Pennine ridgelines, and finishing on the cliffs of Robin Hood’s Bay overlooking the North Sea.
You stay in historic inns and manor houses, enjoying warm hospitality, traditional cuisine, and local pub culture.
What sets Alpenwild apart is the expert guidance and personal experience we provide. Your certified International Mountain Leader knows the region intimately—its landscapes, history, hidden viewpoints, and stories—bringing every step of the trail to life. Guides handle all logistics, provide daily support, and ensure a seamless, stress-free adventure, so you can fully enjoy the hike without worrying about navigation, accommodations, or local details.
The journey combines rugged moors, pastoral valleys, and charming villages with an unparalleled level of local knowledge, insight, and care—making it the ultimate way to experience England’s Coast to Coast trail.
The route follows a mix of pastoral footpaths, moorland tracks, stone sheep trails, and small country roads. You’ll hike through sweeping valleys, open moors, wooded fells, and rolling hills. Some sections are rocky or steep, but the terrain is well?trodden and walkable. Your guide will choose the best path each day, adjusting for weather or conditions.
Yes — most meals are included: full English breakfasts, picnic-style lunches or light trail fare, and dinners in inns and hotels. Alcoholic drinks and specialty beverages are not included.
B = Breakfast included
BSD = Breakfast, Snack (or picnic-style lunch), and Dinner included that day. Lunches are often simple, portable, and designed for hiking days; dinners are in cozy inns or hotels.
You’ll stay in charming country inns, manor houses, and small hotels that reflect the character of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and North York Moors. Rooms are private, comfortable, and cozy in true English countryside style.
English weather is famously changeable. On this walk, expect mild to cool temperatures, with the possibility of rain, mist, or sunshine in the same day. Bring good rain protection, sturdy boots, and layers. Guides will keep an eye on forecasts and adjust plans as needed.
Hiking days vary: some are relatively short (around 5–8 miles), while others include strenuous climbs — for example, the ascent of Scafell Pike and Ingleborough. According to the itinerary, you may hike up to ~3,500 feet in ascent/descent on some days.
The trip is rated strenuous: you should be an active hiker, comfortable walking 7-8+ hours on rugged terrain.
While England’s hills are far from high-altitude mountains, you’ll still tackle significant climbs. For example, one day includes the ascent of one of England’s highest peaks. The elevations are moderate, but the intensity of climbs can feel substantial — good fitness is important.
This is a small?group trip (8 - 12 guests). Alpenwild’s philosophy is to keep group sizes limited so that guides can provide personal attention, and the experience feels intimate and authentic.
No — your main luggage is transported for you between accommodations. On hiking days, you’ll carry a daypack with essentials like water, snacks, pack lunch, rain gear, and layers.
No — this tour is pure hiking, not climbing. While there are steep and rocky sections, no special climbing gear, ropes, or via?ferrata skills are required. The paths are marked, and your guides are experienced in the terrain.
We rate this trip as strenuous. You should be an active hiker in good physical condition. You should be capable of walking 7 to 8 hours per day on rugged trails with some steep ascents and descents (averaging 2,500 to 3,500 vertical feet per day) at an elevation up to 3500 feet above sea level. Due to the rugged terrain and challenging underfoot, this trek is more difficult than most of our Alpine treks.
