Easter falls late this year, and the forecast is good for some bright and breezy weather. Easter is that magical time when winter is on its way out and we can all enjoy the milder weather and longer days. Breath in that spring air and welcome spring flowers as nature begins to unfold… It wouldn’t …
Mother’s Day this year falls on the last day of March – the 31st, so if you’re heading up to the Lakes and celebrating Mother’s Day, why not stay the weekend and really indulge mum? You could book in for a weekend break from the Friday to Monday, or if you’ve a bit more time, …
It’s a lovely feeling when we get to February. The nights are getting lighter, the snowdrops have been and gone, the daffodils are out and there’ll be some lambs scampering about the fields. If you’ve a family, February half term is a great time to get together. Have a week away or a short break …
Winter is a magical time of year here in the Lakes, bringing Christmas markets, twinkly lights and good cheer. There are also lots of chances to eat, drink and be merry whilst you enjoy the cold and frosty weather. What better at the end of the day to head back to your snug and warm …
We love a bit of afternoon tea, and decided to treat ourselves with a visit to The Gaddum restaurant at Brockhole-on-Windermere. It’s a great location, right on the A591 between Windermere and Ambleside and walking distance from White Cross Bay. We went in through the rather grand front door, and were welcomed by the very …
(Image courtesy of the National Trust, John Millar) December is a magical time of year here in the Lakes. Bringing Christmas markets, twinkly lights, good cheer, and lots of chances to eat, drink and be merry. Christmas Markets started in medieval Germany, and are usually around the start of advent. They continue today in modern …
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Low Sizergh Barn near Kendal, to bring you a scrumptious Christmas hamper to really get you feeling seasonal! Simply add one in when you are booking on line or on the phone. Available from October 22nd to the end of 2018) All items are locally produced, and seasonal, …
(Photo by Mike Hilton, Tranquilian Photography) Half Term fun in October & November Autumn is in full swing in the Lakes, gorgeous colours and crisp blue skies (and a bit of rain, we have to admit..) If you’re planning a short break in the Lakes for half term there are LOTS of spook-tacular adventures to …
(image of Loughrigg Tarn by Mike Hilton, Tranquillian Photography.) Autumn is here, and what a fantastic summer it’s been! Bright and warm sunshine, blue skies and dry days. Where else would you rather be but the glorious Lake District? Autumn brings its own pleasures – the temperatures drop a bit, we get some more rain, …
Image: A summer day in Grange-in-Borrowdale, looking toward Skiddaw. Mark Gilligan Wastwater Photography Spend part of your summer in our beautiful World Heritage Site and you’ll be spoilt for choice on things to do, whatever the weather. Here’s some ideas for you to get planning your next trip! 1. To 2 September 2018: Kids of …
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