The Lakes Journey
Completed - pictures from the trip
In June 2026 we made our way 80 miles across the Lake District, Cumbria. With 15 horses, 5 dogs and 5 humans we raised over £3,000 for Growing Well. We stayed at castles, swam in rivers, camped in old churches and by pubs, picnicked in Roman settlements and even did yoga on a Viking Thing!
FareWays 2026
The Lake District
When?
4-11 June, 2026
Where?
The Lake District
From Egremont —> Sizergh
What?
12-20 km a day
[7.5-12.5 miles]
How?
This adventurous yet accessible trek took us through the mesmerising Lake District, passing its many water sources:
a mosaic of lakes, rivers, tarns and coast. For this journey, we raised funds for the inspiring organisation Growing Well.
“Cultivate your garden”
— Voltaire
GROWING WELL
For this journey we will be raising funds for Cumbria-based charity Growing Well:
A mental health charity that was established in 2004 with the aim of supporting adults (aged 18+) improve mental health in safe, productive, outdoor spaces. Over two decades later, they now have three commercial scale fruit and vegetable growing sites across the county.
Growing Well welcomes anyone who is finding everyday life difficult. They are qualified to meet needs at every level - mild, moderate and severe/complex and have an activity-focused approach - helping people choose goals and supporting them to achieve these with a day service, which offers purpose, routine and structure: Empowering people to unearth new confidence, skills and purpose - through horticultural activity.