Inspiring Hints & Tips Blog

World Car Free day on Wednesday 22nd September, is the ideal time to walk in the footsteps of famed fellwalker Alfred Wainwright and go car free. Wainwright travelled mainly by public transport while he was compiling his famous routes to the summits of 214 Lakeland fells.

There is nothing better than a day at the beach. The kids paddling and splashing in the sea, the dogs exploring whilst you relax on a sun lounger taking in the rays. On a sunny day in the Lake District, Cumbria you have your pick of lake shores to enjoy a paddle, a picnic and a stroll, superb coastline and dramatic mountain backdrops.

The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway has captured the hearts of many over the years and brings so much delight to those that travel on this much loved heritage steam railway.

Recently, we caught up with driver Will who very kindly gave us an insight into what it’s like to work at this hugely popular visitor attraction. 

To celebrate and highlight the amazing range of museums, galleries, heritage sites, cinemas, and cultural organisations we have in the Lake District, Cumbria we have pulled a selection of things you can experience this September. #LoveCultureCumbria

Summer holidays may be coming to a close but there’s still so much to see and do in the Lake District, Cumbria.

Picture this - you have just finished climbing the iconic Old Man of Coniston, there is a light dusting of snow on your boots and your cheeks are rosy with the cold. You arrive back to your inn, delighted to feel the warmth of crackling open fires, smell the delicious homecooked food and see the comfiest of chairs waiting for you.

The way we get around is changing. As we become more environmentally conscious and look to reduce our carbon footprint, alternatives to the trusty motor car become the way to travel.

Thankfully in the Lake District, Cumbria you don’t need a car to explore, making it easier to savour every moment of your break and make every journey count.

Ever since it was first announced that The Staycation Express would return for 2021, I was excited about the prospect of taking this journey on the wonderful historic Settle to Carlisle railway. Even more so when I found out the train that would feature this year.

It just happens to be afternoon tea week. Not that we need a special reason to indulge in a selection of sandwiches, scones and homemade cakes.

With so much open space to immerse yourself into, Cumbria is without doubt one of the best-known places in England for some quiet, romantic time away to escape from your usual daily life. Of course, you’re not alone in your thinking – so how can you find somewhere extra peaceful that may slip under the radar of other likeminded people and offer that extra layer of relaxation? To help, here are ten romantic getaway ideas which will take you even further from the beaten track than usual…