A multi-day trail exploring the landscape of the North Pennines has opened to walkers.
The Roof of England Walk – named to reflect its lofty upland location – covers a 301km (188 mile) circular route around the countryside of Cumbria, County Durham and Northumberland.
Terrain includes high moorland paths and riverside trails, and important habitats such as hay meadows, blanket bog and ancient woodland.
Described by its creators as challenging, the whole route can be tackled in 14 days, or in short breaks of a few days each, from locations accessible by public transport.