The Lake District

You would be excused for thinking that Cumbria’s Lake District has one look and feel but, shaped by nature and in some cases by man, the Lake District has some delightfully hidden and widely ranging landscape.
It’s not surprising that this wonderful combination of rugged landscape and gentle woodlands has inspired poets, writers and ramblers alike.

Windermere and Grasmere: Romancing the Lake District

We follow a literary trail around Windermere and Grasmere, jewels in the crown of the magnificent Lake District There’s something about the Lake District – something that sparks the imagination and soothes the soul. A…

The Real Beatrix Potter

Her books are loved the world over, but the author’s unconventional life choices and passion for the Lake District make her own story a fascinating tale in itself Words by Nadia Cohen Say the name…

The best British September day trips

As summer slowly merges into autumn, parts of the British countryside come alive with colour. Here are a few places that we think are particularly spectacular in September Keswick, Lake District Nestled within the craggy…

Hill Top, Cumbria, Beatrix Potter

In photos: Beatrix Potter’s Lake District

To mark the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s birth, we take a look at the lovely Lake District landscape she fell in love with and inspired her stories.

Lake District - Wasdale

The Lake District: an insider’s guide

Home to poet and artist John Ruskin and children’s author Beatrix Potter, the Lake District continues to charm visitors with its breathtaking landscapes, picturesque pubs and award-winning attractions

Grasmere in Cumbria

On the trail of William Wordsworth

Following in the footsteps of William Wordsworth, Lawrence Alexander explores the poet’s beloved Grasmere and other Lake District haunts

The Wordsworth Hotel in Grasmere

Win a luxury foodie trip to the Lake District

Win a two-night gourmet stay at a luxury spa hotel in the beautiful Lake District

Where to have a Swallows and Amazons adventure

A new film version of Swallows and Amazons brings the rural way of life back to the big screen. Here we check out the beautiful locations used in the movie.

Hipping Hall, Cumbria. Credit: STEVE BARBER

Escape to the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District

Cumbrian retreat Hipping Hall combines contemporary luxury with period charm to deliver the finest in rural relaxation, alongside a three AA Rosette restaurant, in an enviable location between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.

Kirkstone Pass in The Lake District

The Lake District and Beatrix Potter country

The Lake District continues to charm visitors with its breathtaking landscapes, picturesque pubs and award-winning attractions. Here is our pick of the Lakes’ hidden gems.