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In England’s north western corner is Cumbria and the timeless landscapes of the Lake District. This is where modern tourism was born, in the shimmering lakes and hushed mountains whose radiant beauty inspired poets and painters to turn nature into art.

A landscape of adventure designed to challenge the imagination, from the exhilaration of the summits to the thrill of an open water swim. A deep heritage of culture expressed in traditional games and a rich calendar of performance. A sophisticated cuisine rooted in the land itself. A world apart, but so easy to get to.

In Cumbria and the Lake District we know how to take care of our guests. We’ve been doing it for a long time. There's an enviable array of high quality places to stay, from cosy Lake District cottages offering self catering accommodation, to superb B&Bs and hotels. Draw back the curtains on this magnificent landscape and see it with your own eyes. Explore and be inspired. See the lakes and mountains gleam misty and wide, explore the “lonely ridge, the dancing beck and the silent forest,” and bask in the wonder of it all like so many have done before, from Wordsworth to Wainwright, from Ruskin to Potter.

Cumbria has an enviable reputation as a food and drink destination, whether you are seeking Michelin starred restaurants - with 10, we've the most outside of London - or the best in hearty Cumbrian Pub food, you won't go hungry! And if you haven't yet tried a Cumbrian afternoon tea, then you have a treat in store! Local produce abounds in the Lake District, Cumbria and there is a great selection of local Cumbrian producers bringing you the best artisan food & drink and gifts from around the county.

Allow us to guide you to the best new experiences and things to do, let us show you new areas to visit, help you find your space and make new memories that will last a lifetime. Take a look at the winners of the 2022 Cumbria Tourism Awards here - recognition for outstanding service and achievement by Cumbrian Tourism businesses. We’ve even created some practical tips and recommendations especially for motorhome and campervan users, with our new ‘Van Life’ page.

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    The flowers are in bloom, the woods are a carpet of bluebells, wood sorrel and wild garlic. The new leaves shine like emeralds and the sheep have been brought down from the fells to lamb and graze in the warmer, low-lying pastures.
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    A Cumbrian summer is when England’s most alluring corner revels in its beauty. It’s time for a ramble across the fells, the clear skies making for the most stunning views. A day on a lake, soaking up the soft waves and glorious summer rays.
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