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The Cumbrian Traverse: a stunning south-to-north high-level journey across 21 of the Lake District's finest peaks, offering over 48km of challenging terrain and 3,600m of ascent. Devised by Sue and Dick Courchee and first completed in 2005, this informal traverse starts at Broughton Mills in Dunnerdale and finishes at the iconic Moot Hall in Keswick - though it can be done in either direction. Unlike its more time-pressured counterparts, the Cumbrian Traverse is meant to be a more relaxed, no-time-limit adventure, making it ideal for those who want to savour the beauty of the fells without the ticking clock. A complement to the Joss Naylor Challenge, it offers a different line through the Lakeland peaks, delivering epic views, tough climbs, and a true sense of freedom in the hills.