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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.
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Brought to you by the National Trust and Mobile Adventure, an opportunity to get out on the lake…
As part of our "Running Int' Fells" events programme for mental health in May, Alex Staniforth and…
Join us for a fun and relaxing day learning the art of mosaic. Create a colourful plaque, a trivet…
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Mobile Adventure, an opportunity to get out on the lake…
Looking ahead to Friday 24th May, we'll be welcoming Jack Hartley to The Swan. An Avid player on…
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
Like the poets of antiquity, Wordsworth turns to vocal groves as sites of commiseration and…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally…
Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique viewing point for some of the…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Create your own silver pendant or earrings inspired by the natural world. Silver clay is fun, fast…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days…
A 112 mile charity sportive around the English Lake District.
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon. This wonderful and undulating…
On 14 December 2017, Omar Samra and Omar Nour, affectionately dubbed 'O2', set off in the world's…
A National Park Volunteer-led guided walk along the Keswick to Threlkeld Trail
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Enjoy a STEAM-filled weekend brimming with insightful talks, engaging workshops, and events for…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
Join us for an incredible adventure on Scafell Pike, one of the National three peaks and the…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Penrith
The Quiet Site is a family-run site situated in a secluded position amongst the stunning fells that overlook Lake Ullswater. This is a superbly maintained and very picturesque site, and there are many beautiful walks that you can start from right…
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1130 reviewsKeswick
Central Keswick on pedestrianised Lake Road. Three beautiful, spacious apartments. Each sleeps 4, having lounge, kitchen, bath/shower room, double, king-size (2 with en suite) and twin bedrooms. Fine fell views and private parking.
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16 reviewsAmbleside
Our self catering holiday cottages with hot tubs occupy an idyllic location, just a stone’s throw from Ambleside, Windermere and Hawkshead. They’re perfectly positioned for exploring some of Cumbria’s best loved towns and villages as well as…
Ambleside
Central Lake District location ideal for sight-seeing and walking. Overlooking the centre of the market town of Ambleside, the Ambleside Salutation Hotel has welcomed visitors since the 1600s.
Windermere
The Apple Restaurant in Windermere. Local, seasonal food served in our restaurant in the heart of Windermere Village.
Penrith
Our modern 6-berth static caravans are spacious and offer comfortable family accommodation with all the facilities and equipment that you would expect from your holiday home.
Portinscale, Keswick
Open every day, The Lingholm Kitchen & Walled Garden has quickly become a popular Lakeland destination for Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Tea.
Windermere
Join us on our unique minibus tours and discover spectacular scenery, breathtaking views and fascinating Lake District stories. Daily guided tours for scenery, Beatrix Potter, William Wordsworth and out to Haworth and the Brontë sisters.
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499 reviewsCockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
Keswick
Low Briery Holiday Park is situated just outside Keswick, in a beautiful wooded valley in the English Lake District.
Discover the freedom a self catering holiday in the Lake District offers.
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171 reviewsElectric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike Safaris. Experience cycling through the Cumbrian countryside, visiting all the attractions and having the comfort of the electric assistance.
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23 reviewsThe English , Buttermere
Building on site for over 1000yrs. First licensed 1735 as a coaching inn. Nestles between 2 lakes Buttermere and Crummock. Surrounded by famous peaks, Haystacks, Red Pike and Great Gable.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Join us day or night for delicious American Soul Food oozing with flavour right in the heart of Bowness. Combining small plates and sharing dishes, as well as lighter options at lunch, means we have something for everyone.
Coniston
• Large Victorian house in Coniston Village
• Sleeps 16 guests across 6 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms
• Lake views and open fire
• Large lounge & dining room, ideal for get-togethers
• Perfect adventure base for those wanting to explore everything the…
Ambleside
This contemporary bistro with beds is a stone’s throw from the idyllic village of Grasmere.
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643 reviewsWindermere
Moments from the eastern shores of Lake Windermere and set in seven acres of beautiful secluded gardens and woodland lies Briery Wood. The informal and friendly service is so good you’ll hardly notice it.
Ambleside
Spacious apartment for four. On two floors over an interesting jewellery and gift shop. Central location with immediate access to fells, shops, restaurants, pubs and cinema.
Penrith
TJ's Bar and Restaurant at Park Foot Holiday Park, also featuring an outdoor takeaway and seating area.
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1032 reviewsKeswick
Not only is the Scafell Hotel in one of the most stunning locations in the Lake District, but great food, great wine, great beer and of course great service makes our 2 AA Rosette restaurant an eating destination.
Graythwaite
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the Lake District; Grubbins Point on Windermere. From this sheltered bay on the southwest shore, we offer both instructed lessons and paddleboard hire.…
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