Lake District Features

Experience Lake District

The Lake District is one of the rainiest areas in Britain, but June, July, and August hold the best hope...

Top Reasons to Go

Take a hike: Whether it's a demanding trek up England's highest mountain, or a gentle wander around a...

Great Itineraries

You could spend months tramping the hills, valleys, and fells of the Lake District, or, in three days...

On the Menu

In Cumbria, which encompasses the Lake District, food is more than fuel for hiking. The area has earned...

Start Walking

You can choose gentle rambles near the most popular towns and villages or challenging hikes and climbs...

Poetry, Prose & the Lakes

The Lake District's beauty has whetted the creativity of many a famous poet and artist. Here's a quick...

What's Real about Real Ale?

The English can be passionate about their drink, as the growing interest in real ale shows. It differs...

Festivals & Folk Sports

With everything from rushbearing to Westmorland wrestling to traditional music, the Lake District hosts...

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