Celebrate The Platinum Jubilee in the Lake District, Cumbria

2022 marks 70 years of service from Queen Elizabeth II, and to commemorate this historic occasion, events and celebrations are set to take place across the country. As the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, it’s set to be an occasion to remember – with a four day bank holiday bringing people together to celebrate in style.

Here in the Lake District, Cumbria, we’re excited to join in the festivities! Over the bank holiday weekend from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June, there’ll be plenty to experience across the county. How about a picnic in the sun, or a family-friendly celebration in Cumbria’s only city of Carlisle?

We’ve got fantastic places to eat and drink if you’re looking to toast the occasion; activities for all to enjoy if you’re visiting with your family (including the dog!); and plenty more. Why not visit one of our historic houses, complete with grand and magnificent gardens?

The Queen has visited the Lake District, Cumbria, on a number of occasions; and there is plenty of opportunity to follow in her footsteps. Over the years, she has taken a trip on board Windermere Lake Cruises; celebrated the 100th anniversary of Whitehaven town and harbour, as well as re-opening its refurbished Beacon Museum; and walked through the streets of Bowness on Windermere.

If you’d like to travel in style, there are plenty of fantastic places to stay to make you feel like royalty. As well as hotels, self catering accommodation, and B&Bs, you can even stay in a castle for the full experience.

And the fun doesn’t stop there! Keep an eye out for celebrations taking place throughout the year to mark the Platinum Jubilee, and don’t forget to check out our What’s On section for everything going on on your visit to our beautiful corner of the world.