Visit Lake District and Cumbria

The Official Guide to the region

Welcome to May in the lake District, Cumbria. Our landscapes are coming into bloom, with bluebells, blossom trees and spring colour; there's delicious seasonal food and drink on the menu; and our events calendar is filling up with festivals, shows and plenty more to enjoy.

Now is a great time to discover the stunning variety of beautiful gardens across the Lake District, Cumbria - from wildflower displays to the world's oldest topiary. Many stand as part of historic country halls and castles, and make for a great day out. See the work of landscapers like Thomas Mawson, explore pathways once traversed by creatives like Wordsworth and Ruskin, and admire vibrant displays of seasonal colour.

The scenery is stunning here at this time of year, with the new vibrancy of spring flowers, brighter days and shimmering lakes glistening in the sunlight all adding to the atmosphere. Book now and take advantage of the many seasonal offers available at this time of year.

You may leave the Lake District, Cumbria, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.