Lake District
Introducing The Lake District
The Lake District National Park in the county of Cumbria is one of the best tourist and holiday destinations in England. This area of great natural beauty offers an enormous range of attractions, both natural and man-made.
With breathtaking mountain scenery, sixteen sparkling lakes, countless attractive villages and hamlets, and its abundance of wildlife, the Lake District’s unsurpassed landscape has inspired the artistic works of many including Wordsworth, Wainwright and Beatrix Potter. William Wordsworth declared that the Lake District was ‘the loveliest spot that man has ever known’ and John Constable described the Lakes as ‘the finest scenery that ever was’.
www.lake-district-keswick.co.uk
Things to do in the Lake District
Stunning views and some of England’s finest scenery provide a backdrop to the wide choice of attractions and things to do in the Lake District. Take a trip to Cumbria and indulge yourself in quality food and drink from cosy Lake District pubs and inns to more formal restaurants. For the more adventurous there are plenty of outdoor activities on offer from walking and cycling to rock climbing and abseiling. If you prefer an amble around the shops and art galleries there is plenty to keep you entertained, with art exhibitions on throughout the year. With so many things to do, all year round, you’ll never be stuck for ideas or inspiration to make your stay in Cumbria a memorable one.
The National Park
England’s largest National Park includes Scafell Pike – its highest mountain, Wastwater – its deepest lake and thriving communities like Keswick and Bowness-on-Windermere.
On the website below you’ll find information for visitors and students about this unique corner of England.
http://www.lakedistrict.gov.uk
