Christmas & New Year in the Lake District, Cumbria is a magical time, combining all the festive fun that Christmas and New Year promises with the breathtaking landscape for which the Lake District is so famous.
If you are looking for the perfect place to spend this special time with the ones you love, we have cosy Lake District cottages with real log fires - perfect to come back to after a day walking and taking in the superb scenery.
How about a fabulously festive hotel break where you can take it easy, put your feet up and be pampered over Christmas and New Year, safe in the knowledge that everything is taken care of. If you fancy a slice of festive luxury then take a look at our fabulous luxury places to stay, many of them have superb restaurants in which you can sample the festive fine dining on offer.
Maybe you want to take advantage of the opportunity to stay somewhere you haven't been before, so check out or amazing selection of B&Bs in beautiful Lake District locations.
And what could be better than sitting in your own hot tub with a glass of champagne looking up at the crystal clear sky in wonder at the sight of a Cumbrian Dark Sky full of millions of stars.
When the sun rises on a cold crisp winter morning, clear out those cobwebs and take a brisk lakeland walk and take in the breathtaking scenery on offer - there are lots of places to try and it doesn't even have to be a hard slog - a gentle stroll along the side of your favourite lake can bring a wealth of benefits to your health and wellbeing.
Whichever way you choose to spend Christmas and New Year in the Lake District, Cumbria you can be assured of a perfect seasonal getaway to remember, one that will make you want to come back for more next Christmas and New Year.
Extended Christmas Shopping times in Cumbria.
To help with your Christmas shopping, the following Cumbrian locations are offering late night shopping in the run up to Christmas:
Carlisle - Late Night Shopping will be taking place every Thursday until 9pm leading up to Christmas Day, with free parking after 3pm in Council car parks. Most of the chain stores are open until at least 6pm.
Cockermouth - In the run up to Christmas, shops will be open until 7pm on the 10th and 17th December.
Kendal – Late Night Shopping will be taking place every Thursday on the 3rd, 10th and 17th December. For information on free car parking on the remaining Sundays in December in the run-up to Christmas, visit the South Lakeland District Council website.
Kirkby Lonsdale - Late Night Shopping is taking place on Friday 4th, 11th, 18th and Tuesday 22nd December 5-7.30pm.
Penrith - Beginning on Thursday 10th December and running weekly up until Christmas Eve, Penrith town centre Christmas lights will be illuminating the town and a range of shops will be open until 7pm. Some stores are also extending their Monday to Saturday hours too.
Ulverston – Pick up fantastic gifts and delicious food and enjoy Sunday Christmas Shopping in Ulverston on the 6th, 13th and 20th December, 11 - 3 pm.
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