Lake District Guide
Welcome to our Lake District Guide
If you are planning a short break to England’s biggest National Park then our Lake District guide is the ideal starting place. Full of useful information including must see sights, great places to eat and upcoming events it offers an glimpse into all that makes the Lake District so unique. Whether taking a walking holiday in the stunning mountain ranges, planning a shopping trip to historic Carlisle, visiting the home of 19th century poet Wordsworth or taking a boat out on one of the serene lakes there is always something new to discover in this richly beautiful and diverse landscape.
From picturesque villages, thriving towns and over 350 fells and around 80 lakes you are sure to find inspiration for your break in our Lake District guide. The Lake District is an ideal holiday destination for all the family, with plenty of spectacular countryside, family attractions, fascinating towns and England’s highest mountain Skafell Pike. Enjoy a day out at one of the areas many country fairs, sample some local food, and explore the history of Carlisle Castle. Why not pack a picnic and head out through the countryside to view the amazing natural landscape. If you are visiting with children head to the World Of Beatrix Potter, the Lakes aquarium on the edge of Windermere or scale the heights at Go Ape. With a host of award winning restaurants, cosy pubs and welcoming tea rooms there are plenty of places to stop and refuel.
No matter where you visit be it Kendal, Keswick, Grasmere or Carlisle browse through our Lake District Guide and enjoy a peek at all the region has to offer.
Take a boat on Lake Windermere, the largest lake
Explore the Fells & Mountains of the Lake District
Climb Scafell Pike - at 978m it's England's highest mountain
Enjoy live entertainment at a range of great theatres
Sample some of the areas superb cuisine
Enjoy a pint of local ale from the areas breweries
Travelling to the Lake District
Lake District Overview
Well connected by road, rail and even air it’s easy to get to the heart of the Lake District and start enjoying your break.
By Rail

Windermere is home to the main train station in the Lake District and offers direct services to Kendal and Oxenholme. From Oxenholme station you can travel direct to Manchester, Lancaster and Carlisle.
By Road

Nestled in the North West of England the Lake District offers excellent transport connections via the M6, A66, A69, & A65 making it easily accessible throughout the North and South of the UK.
By Air

There are several airports close by to the Lake District including Manchester, Leeds/Bradford, Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Blackpool, which is only a 40 minute drive from Cumbria.
Getting Around in the Lake District
Lake District Overview
With fantastic walking paths, regular boat services and buses from surrounding villages there are plenty of ways to take in the amazing sights of the Lake District.
By Bus

For a convenient way to see the Lake District and surrounding areas the local buses are a perfect choice. With open top buses or back lane rambler busses you have the opportunity to see more of the amazing scenery.
By Boat

Spend a day seeing the beautiful Lake District with the fantastic hop-on hop-off steam boats or Coniston Steam Yacht Gondola. Whether you are taking a tour along the lakes or stopping to discover the many walking trails the steam boats are a quick and convenient way to get around.
By Bike/Walking
With plenty of mountains, woodland paths and lake side walks to discover, a stay in the Lake District is the perfect excuse for seeing the great outdoors. With lots of shops in the area specialising in walking and biking equipment and hire it’s easy to head out to one of the designated paths.








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