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Carlisle & Hadrian’s Wall Full Day Itinerary

Hadrian's Wall

No trip to Carlisle is complete without learning about its rich and varied Roman Heritage. Uncover what is hidden amongst the scenic beauty of…

Comedy, Creativity & Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding

Laurel & Hardy Statue, Ulverston

The area around Morecambe Bay and Cartmel peninsula makes for an exciting day full of interesting places to go, things to see and great food. Read on…

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 1 - Morecambe Bay - The Foodie Peninsula

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 1 - Morecambe Bay - The Foodie Peninsula

Route: A590, B2277, A590 Miles: 28 Route Guide and GPX File Head along the A590 from the M6 and you will discover the Cumbrian side of…

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 2 - Furness Peninsula and Island Hopping

The Lighthouse on Walney

Route: A5087, A590, A595 Miles: 40 Route Guide and GPX File Religious history and industrial heritage are two intriguing themes to be…

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 3 - Haverigg to Seascale - Where the Lakes Meet the Sea

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 3 - Haverigg to Seascale - Where the Lakes Meet the Sea

Route: A595 Miles: 21 Route Guide and GPX File Discover the rugged beauty of Cumbria’s coastline in the western part of the Lake…

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 4 - Seascale to Maryport - The Nordic Coast

Seascale to Maryport - The Nordic Coast - Whitehaven Harbour

Route: A595 Miles: 39 Route Guide and GPX File As you travel further up the West Coast you get a sense of this areas patchwork past. For…

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 5 - Maryport to Carlisle- Solway Coast to City Stay

Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Section 5 - Maryport to Carlisle- Solway Coast to City Stay

Route: B5300, B5302, A596 Miles: 51 Route Guide and GPX File Head North from Maryport towards Silloth on the Solway Coast.The Solway’s…

Eden Valley Full Day Itinerary

Eden Valley Full Day Itinerary

Morning – Ullswater ‘Steamers’ & Aira Force Cruise on Ullswater with Ullswater ‘Steamers’. Arrive at Glenridding…

Enjoy a steamy weekend in The Lake District, Cumbria

Steam Yacht Gondola on Coniston Water

With three steam railway journeys and several ‘steamer’ boat experiences to choose from, The Lake District, Cumbria is the perfect place…

Explore Alston and the North Pennines

Explore Alston and The North Pennines

Explore Alston and the North Pennines Such is the quality of the scenery in this part of the world, the region has been designated an Area of…

Explore Cumbria’s West Coast Car-Free

Explore Cumbria’s West Coast Car-Free

For a memorable visit to a lesser-known, but no less beautiful part of Cumbria, our coastline is a must. Stretching from Millom up to Maryport, sit…

Explore the Upper Eden Valley

Explore the Upper Eden Valley

The Eden Valley has some of the most incredible scenery, not just in Cumbria but the whole of the country. If you are looking for a relaxing break…

Exploring Carlisle to Brampton Car-Free

Exploring Carlisle to Brampton Car-Free

Just 17 minutes apart by train or 22 minutes by bus, a day exploring the city of Carlisle, the village of Brampton – and everything in between,…

From market town to Book Town - Explore the Eastern edge of Cumbria, where the Lakes meet the Dales

Explore the Eastern edge of Cumbria, where the Lakes meet the Dales - From market town to Book Town

On its eastern edge, South Lakeland merges with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is often said this is where the Lakes meet the Dales, and it…

Furness Flyer

Furness Flyer Morecambe Bay Itinerary

There is no better way to explore this lesser travelled part of the Cumbrian Coast than by bike. The Morecambe Bay Cycleway (Sustrans route 700)…

Hawkshead and Coniston by Bus- A Winding, Scenic Adventure

Hawkshead and Coniston by Bus- A Winding, Scenic Adventure

Hitchhiking in the Lakes is not always an easy thing to do. However, for an off-the-grid, Micro-gap experience the Coniston Rambler bus service…

Keswick Full Day Itinerary

Keswick - walk with Alpacas

Morning – Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre Whinlatter is England's only true mountain forest. Rising 1,000ft above sea level, the…

Market Town to Mere - Penrith to Ullswater

Market Town to Mere - Penrith to Ullswater

Just off the West Coast Mainline, in the Eden Valley, nestles the very Cumbrian Market town of Penrith. Pair a stay here with a trip to the Ullswater…

Morecambe Bay Full Day Itinerary

MOrecambe Bay One-Day Itinerary

Predator Experience, located near to Newby Bridge and Grange-over-Sands, offers innovative interactive experiences with wolf hybrids, foxes, the…

Ravenglass – Rushing waters and Rugged Coastlines

Ravenglass – Rushing waters and Rugged Coastlines

Discover the rugged beauty of Cumbria’s coastline in the western part of the Lake District, where the mountains meet the sea. …

South and Central Lakes – The Golden Triangle!

South and Central Lakes – The Golden Triangle!

If you are limited on time or want a beginner’s guide to the Lakes, the South and Central Lakes are great for providing a snapshot of what this…

South Lakes Full Day Itinerary

South Lakes full day itinerary

Visit this fascinating historic house, where the elegance of the Victorian era combines with the warmth and welcome of a much loved family home.…

St Bees and Maryport Family Fun on the Heritage Coast

St Bees and Maryport Family Fun on the Heritage Coast

Discover St Bees. Towering red sandstone cliffs, a perfect sandy beach and a rich past – part of England’s only Heritage Coast between…

The perfect place to recharge - South Lakes & Morecambe Bay

South Lakes & Morecambe Bay Itinerary

MORNING – LAKELAND MOTOR MUSEUM Located at Backbarrow near to Newby Bridge, the Lakeland Motor Museum is home to an impressive collection of…

The perfect place to reconnect - Western Lake District & Coast

Western Lake District & Coast One Day Itinerary

For up-to-date information, we strongly advise that you visit the websites of the below sites and businesses. Always book ahead, please observe…

The perfect place to rediscover - Coniston & The West Coast

The perfect place to rediscover - Coniston & The West Coast

Coniston and the West Coast of Cumbria offers a chance to explore the beautiful area around Coniston Water and then over towards the Cumbrian Coast,…

Top Ten Hidden Gems - Four day itinerary around the edge of Cumbria

Hidden Gems of Cumbria - Arnside Knott

Cumbria is the home of more hidden gems than you realise – with a great deal of those gems dotted around its edge. To help you plan a visit…

Work up an Appetite on the foodie Furness Peninsula

Work up an Appetite on the foodie Furness Peninsula

Combine a visit to this foodie hub with a 9km ramble and you can really have your cake and eat it…guilt free! This area of Morecambe Bay…

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