Our Walk Rating system explained
An Easy Walk involves flat surfaces with good footing and mild inclines. In the morning you’ll walk three to four miles at a gentle pace. After lunch you’ll walk about the same distance, averaging six to eight miles a day and about four to five hours walking time.
Halfway between Easy and Moderate, Level 2 walks are eight to ten miles a day with five to six hours of walking in total. You’ll walk on a variety of surfaces and encounter a few moderate hills. Might include English stiles.
Stepping up the pace a little now, we’re looking at the same kind of miles and hours as a Level 2, but on more difficult terrain. Expect moderate hills and some uneven surfaces.
Cover eight to 16 miles a day, walking for five to six hours over varying terrain, with ascents and descents. You’ll need to be fit to relish this workout.
Walk on a variety of surfaces, with frequent ascents and descents, some of them steep. You’ll hike five to eight miles each morning and afternoon for a total of ten to 16 miles each day. The pace is fairly brisk. You’ll need a good level of fitness.