Imagine a summer spent swimming in mountain waterfalls, exploring lost ruins and caverns, and camping in ancient forests. In this explorer's compendium you will discover the most exciting and lesser-known places to visit in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, with magical places to stay and where to find the very best local and artisan food, straight from the farm or field. Featuring stunning photography and engaging travel writing, this is the perfect book for families seeking new adventures off the beaten track, or explorers dreaming up their ultimate weekend escape. New from the award-winning Wild Guide series, with over 750 secret adventures, hidden places and wild weekend escapes. Taking you to places no other guidebook reaches.Wild swims, waterfalls, river pools and hidden tarnsScrambles, gorge walks and gillsSecret beaches and islandsLesser-known peaks and extraordinary rock formationsGiant caverns and caves Lost ruins, follies and sacred wellsMeadows, ancient forests and amazing wildlifeLocal food producers, micro-breweries, inns and farm shopsBothies, gypsy caravans, wild camps and campfire campsitesAncient rock art, sacred circles and the Stonehenge of the north Autorid: Daniel Start, Tania Pascoe