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Welcome to the Lake District – where modern tourism was born. England’s best-known and most popular national park is a postcard landscape of shimmering lakes, craggy hilltops and ancient forests that has enchanted poets and painters since the late 18th century, when the Romantics first had their imaginations stirred by the panoramas that have remained unchanged to this day.
And what panoramas they are. There’s the classic Lakeland setting of Windermere, England’s largest lake and the primary destination for millions of tourists since the railroad was first built in the middle of the 19th century. On it is busy Bowness and the charming villages of Grasmere and Hawkshead, surrounded on all sides by beautiful mountains.
The north lakes – Ullswater, Bassenthwaite, Derwentwater, Loweswater – are quieter and wilder, in the shadow of the rugged Skiddaw range and with handsome Keswick at the heart of it. The lush Borrowdale Valley leads to the dramatic Honister mountain pass and into the natural lakes of Buttermere & Crummock.
Adventure seekers go west, to the higher ground of Great Langdale and the region’s major summits of Bowfell, Crinkle Crags and the biggest mountain of all, Scafell Pike.
The Lake District is an outdoor activities paradise, but its literary connections draw as many visitors as its walks do. William Wordsworth lived virtually all of his life here, drawing inspiration from the surrounding countryside to write some of the English language’s most enduring poetry. The landscape also proved a creative spark for the likes of Sameul Taylor Coleridge, Arthur Ransome and Beatrix Potter – who dedicated much of her life to protecting the Lake District’s beauty and heritage.
In all its beauty and diversity the Lake District remains as it has been for millennia, which is one of the reasons why in 2017 the national park was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site – its river valleys, lakes and mountains home to an unique hill-farming culture and ancient heritage that has been carefully preserved. Here in the Lake District we know how to take good care of you; we’ve had plenty of practice.
Photo: Derwentwater
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From well-equipped campsites to luxury spa resorts, there’s no shortage of quality accommodation in the Lake District. This is where modern tourism was born, after all.- It’s easy to eat well in the Lake District. Whether in a cosy village inn or in the elegant setting of a high-class restaurant, the quality of food is exceptional.
- Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged and energised.
- Have you got a year to spare? You’ll need that amount of time and more if you want to make a real dent in the list of incredible activities available in the Lake District.
- Let us help you find inspiring places to visit with our travel itineraries. Whatever your choice of location, duration and budget, check out our recommendations.
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Crossgate Lane, Hartsop, Patterdale, Cumbria, CA11 0NZTelephone
07917 784977Patterdale
Between Ullswater and Windermere. Scandanavian style lodges on a secluded site, in a quiet corner of the Lakes. Sleep up to six in all Lodges. Week, mid-week & weekend breaks available. Equipped with fitted kitchen, colour TV & free Wi-Fi.
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CumbriaSet in the south-west of the region the Duddon Valley is remote, unspoilt and one of the most idyllic valleys of the Lake District.
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Hillthwaite House Hotel, Thornbarrow Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2DFTelephone
015394 43636Windermere
The Hillthwaite restaurant in Windermere offers creative English cuisine with a modern twist.
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Ulverston
A traditional Lake District working farm, using Shire horses and vintage machinery including steam to actively farm.
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Rear Of Dove Holme, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
015394 88855Grasmere
Just a stone's throw from William Wordsworth's Grasmere home, this enchanting little cottage provides a romantic 4 star Lake District retreat with a character all of its own.
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St John's In The Vale, Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TNTelephone
017687 73331Keswick
The Lodge is all en suite with satellite TV, full range of internet access including broadband and wifi. The residents' lounge has breathtaking views and has a feature fireplace with real fire. Pets welcome by prior arrangement.
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Silver Howe, College Street, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SZTelephone
015394 35079Grasmere
A selection of individual holiday apartments sleeping 2 to 4 persons. Quietly situated in our own grounds and having their own charm and character, no two are the same. All are warm, well maintained and include a full inventory. Freeview TV
Keswick
Brackenrigg is located in the Naddle valley 2.5miles from Keswick and 10 mins drive from Grasmere with magnificent views of Helvellyn and Blencathra, gardens and woodland to explore, delightful walking straight from your door.
Cumbria
After a nights rest in the Borrowdale Valley (at either the Borrowdale Hotel or the Lodore Falls Hotel) step out into a landscape of inspirational, beautiful views. The first day consists of a warm up through a delightful mixture of woodland, crag…
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-High Street is the name of the biggest mountain in the group of fells over which the Romans laid their road linking forts at Penrith and Ambleside.
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Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EHCumbria
Generally you expect to find long rolling descents on mountain bike routes in the higher peaks and fells. However, tucked away amongst the low fells around Tilberthwaite and Tarn Hows are two trails that break this convention. The first one is an…
Penrith
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of Lowther Castle. The venture coincides with the launch on the Lowther Estate of a network of dedicated cycling and walking trails. This will enable…
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Ullswater, --
After a night at the Inn on the Lake on the shores of Ullswater the day starts with a brief climb past the beautifully situated Lanty's Tarn, which was created by the Marshall Family of Patterdale Hall in pre-refrigerator days to supply ice for an…
Penrith
Conveniently located just fifteen minutes from the M6 motorway and halfway between Penrith and Keswick, the Whitbarrow Village resort sits beneath the Blencathra Fell and offers both luxury and serenity to all who visit.
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Cumbria
Set amongst the gentle rolling fells on the northern side of Ullswater, the modest peaks of Great Mell Fell and Little Mell Fell
display instantly recognisable profiles. Address
33 The Falls, Stockghyll, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0QTTelephone
015394 32321Ambleside
A well appointed ground floor apartment with a delightful holiday feel in the ever popular residential area of 'The Falls' just on the outskirts of Ambleside and yet within easy walking distance of the village centre.
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Helm Road, WINDERMERE, Cumbria, LA23 2NNTelephone
01539 445 756WINDERMERE
Birkdale House is a traditional Victorian residence on the Matson Ground Estate. It boasts Lake views and the fells beyond. With 5 bedrooms, spacious living areas and a stunning cinema/games room, it’s an amazing place to stay.
Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to discover. Take a sunset paddle with a picnic dinner or journey to a sheltered hidden bay for a lunch, kayaking is as relaxing or demanding as you like.…
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18 Yewdale Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DUTelephone
015394 41319Coniston
Copper View & Beechgrove are both Vb 4-star bungalows. Set in the centre of Coniston village an ideal base for many activities.
Cumbria
Buses to and through Broughton:
X7 Barrow - Broughton - Millom - Haverigg.
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