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 …
Hire an e-bike from Electreks and explore the tracks and lanes around the beautiful setting of High Borrans Farm, just 3 miles from Lake Windermere. We’re delighted to be working with Electreks who have recently launched their e-bike hire at High Borrans: providing electric bike hire which you can pre-book and pick up right on …
With today’s generation becoming increasingly addicted to technology, it can be hard to draw children (and adults) away from their screens. Whilst on holiday in the Lake District, spend some quality time together as a family with our top 10 screen-free activities for everyone to enjoy! The weather forecast predicts a beautifully sunny bank holiday, …
Spend 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 September 2017: Kids of all ages are loving ‘Where is Peter Rabbit?’ at the World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness. 2. …
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