Coast to Coast Walk - West Section
Hike the western half of Wainwright's Coast to Coast Walk on a self-guided walking holiday. Accommodation, luggage transfer and customised holiday pack included
Coast to Coast Walk - West Section
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An iconic walk across England via the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors.
From £397 per person
Created by Alfred Wainwright, the Coast to Coast Walk crosses the breadth of the North of England from St Bees on the west coast to Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. Some of the most varied and beautiful scenery in the country lies ahead, spread over three National Parks.
Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk clambers the rugged mountains of the Lake District to earn views over glittering tarns. It winds through the pretty valleys of the Yorkshire Dales and sets out across the expansive heather moorland of the North York Moors. Dramatic coastal scenery waits at the end, with a twisting descent to Robin Hood’s Bay.
The Coast to Coast Walk became a National Trail in March 2026, with new waymarking completed throughout. There’s never been a better time to choose this country-crossing walking holiday and explore the best landscapes of Northern England.
We offer multiple holiday options along this trail. If you wish to experience the entire trail, simply select the first option from the list below.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.
From £780 per person
The west section of the Coast to Coast Walk traverses the Lake District National Park from the cliffs of St Bees Head to the old market town of Kirkby Stephen. The Lake District features rugged fells and quiet valleys filled with wildlife, offering variety and intrigue at every turn.
Each town and village along the route boasts its own unique charm and history. Some locations of note include the impressive priory church of St Mary and St Bega in St Bees, and the ‘bound devil’ found in St Stephen’s Church in Kirkby Stephen.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
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| CCWW0 | From St Bees to Kirkby Stephen | 5 days walking | £780 | |
| CCWW1 | From St Bees to Kirkby Stephen | 6 days walking | £903 | |
| CCWW2 | From St Bees to Kirkby Stephen | 7 days walking | £1025 | |
| CCWW3 | From St Bees to Kirkby Stephen | 8 days walking | £1148 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCWSBC | From Keld to Richmond | 2 days walking | £397 |
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“It was the most beautiful long distance walk we did so far (walking from St Bees to Kirkby Stephen, really fantastic scenery.”Mr Drewe, Belgium
“Well organised and nice accommodation. Helpful notes and was lucky with the weather! Ran exactly as planned. Very efficient. Small and helpful company. Personal approach.”Dr Hutt, UK
“Many thanks for organising an excellent trip.”Mr Booth, UK
“Great to do a long distance walk again, for the first time in two years, having had to postpone from last year. We are regular customers and have never been disappointed, thanks.”Dr Roberts, UK
“Very well organised and smooth.”Dr Bristow, UK
“Wonderful experience and we really appreciated the efficient and friendly service provided by the baggage transfer and taxi services providers. I'd definitely recommend the hike and booking through Contours.”Ms Wachmann, Canada
“We really enjoyed walking the western part of the coast to coast and are now planning to complete the eastern side with Contours Walking Holidays. Everything was very well organised.”Mr Townsend, UK
“Of the Contours holidays we take, we thought the accommodation standard was the best we have had, loved having so many baths!”Mrs Taylor, UK
“Overall the holiday was very enjoyable.”Mr Munn, UK
Dog friendly