June in the Lake District, Cumbria

Summer here in the Lake District, Cumbria is a truly spectacular time to visit. Rediscover the destination and explore new things to see and do, reconnect with loved ones and make new memories or recharge in the outdoors with fresh air and wide-open spaces. It's not too late to book your summer break!

We have a wide range of accommodation to suit all preferences. Whether you are coming here with the family or looking for a romantic getaway, The Old England Hotel & Spa situated on the shores of Windermere offers the perfect chance to relax and recharge the batteries.

When it comes to activities and things to do there really is something for everyone. Reinvigorate in the great outdoors with Graythwaite Adventure who offer a wide selection of experiences including bushcraft and RIB boat tours, or challenge yourself with exciting high ropes activities at Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets, from exhilarating aerial challenges to zoom down slides! Make sure to take a look at our brand new digital Adventure Guide ready for your next visit.

Let your holiday begin with the journey and leave the car behind altogether and come to Cumbria by train with Avanti West Coast which runs speedy services to Oxenholme (South Lakes), Penrith (North Lakes) and Carlisle. Once you are here, getting around is easy be it on foot, bike, or bus.

Sit back and relax on Britain’s newest rail tourist attraction, The Staycation Express, where you can enjoy stunning scenery and delicious meals onboard. For more great days out where you can take in the magnificent Cumbrian landscape, get 20% off Mountain Goat's Ten Lakes Spectacular tour when you pre-book, read on for more information!

For some well-deserved TLC, treat yourself to skincare products from Pure Lakes, beautifully handmade here in the Lake District using only the best natural ingredients. Don’t forget it’s Father’s Day round the corner, they make treats for him too! For more great gift ideas check out our great selection of gift voucher experiences from short breaks to luxury fine dining, plus much more. You can also get a piece of the Lake District, Cumbria delivered directly to your door through our 'Shop Local' page.

Are you searching for that perfect job? Or perhaps you are a student looking for experience, wondering what to do next or something just for the summer months? Cumbria is the perfect place to be with a fantastic range of job vacancies across the tourism and hospitality sector, and it’s great to be helping put smiles back on the faces of visitors experiencing their first holiday this year.

Plan your break in advance with a helping hand from our Know Before You Go page or our Holiday Guide. If you have a motorhome or campervan then we’ve put together some practical tips and recommendations with our brand new ‘Van Life’ pages.

Enjoy June in the Lake District Cumbria.