Crisp, cold days and snow on the tops. Winter in the Lakes is a fantastic time for a short break, either in the build up to the festive season or afterwards; get yourself wrapped up, get out there – so much going on. The towns and villages literally glisten at this time of year, and …
Here at Lake District Lodge Holidays we’re supporting The Lake District Pound (LD£) – our region’s new local currency – designed to celebrate everything you love about this place, and help keep our region special. You can spend LD£ in local businesses in and around the Lake District, where you see the LD£ sign. Spending LD£ is …
A rainy day in the lakes? It happens now and then…. As my dad always says, ‘Where do you think the Lakes come from?’ Weather in Cumbria certainly isn’t boring. The phrase ‘all four seasons in one day’ applies here much of the time, and we never let a rainy day stop play. Rainy days …
A rainy day in the lakes? It happens now and then…. As my dad always says, ‘Where do you think the Lakes come from?’ Weather in Cumbria certainly isn’t boring. The phrase ‘all four seasons in one day’ applies here much of the time. Rainy days can blow through in hours, leaving clear, gorgeous light …
(image c wildswimming.co.uk) Summer is definitely here, and – we hope – here to stay. We all love a walk, but can there be anything better than after a few miles underfoot, when you’re hot and bothered, taking a plunge in a river, having a wild swim in a lake or a tarn, and generally …
We dog-lovers know how important it is to find somewhere we can spend a great dog-friendly holiday! Dogs are a big part of our families, so we’ve rounded up some of the best, most dog-friendly places to have your adventures in the Lakes with your 4-legged friend. Over 65 of our lodges are dog-friendly! Have …
I was lucky enough to arrive for a High Borrans weekender, on one of those fantastic, early-spring, blue-sky Lake District days. The route is easy – just 3 miles or so off the busy A591, and you feel like you’ve arrived in a little piece of heaven. The drive up has views back out to …
When you’ve had a long journey to get to the Lakes, wouldn’t it be nice if you could pre-order a hamper of Cumbrian tasty goodies to welcome you? We’ve teamed up with our friends at Low Sizergh Farm, near Kendal, South Cumbria; who have prepared a scrumptious local produce hamper for you to enjoy; which you …
Autumn is here, ‘season of mists and mellow fruitfulness.’ Where else would you rather be but the glorious Lake District? Autumn gold brings its own pleasures – the temperatures drop a bit, we get some more rain, but the colours are always spectacular. Its a bit more relaxed and quieter too, as the kids have …
Bluebells are one of our most beautiful native flowers, and are in flower during May here in the Lakes. You’ll begin to spot the gorgeous blue or purple haze spreading like wildfire around our woodlands and hillsides. Here’s a few facts about the lovely blooms, thanks to our friends at Cumbria Wildlife Trust: Britain hosts …
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