WALKING HOLIDAYS IN THE LAKE DISTRICT
Adored by poets, painters, and literary giants for centuries, the Lake District has always had an irresistible pull. Located in the heart of Cumbria, it delights first-timers and returning visitors with charming villages, tumbling waterfalls, impressive peaks, and shimmering bodies of water. So it was for good reason that this adventurer’s playground was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.
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What to see in the Lake District
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and England's largest national park, the Lake District is one of the heavyweights of Britain's natural scenery. The landscape envelops a vast array of stunning natural highlights, from valleys formed by ancient glaciers, a neolithic stone circle, and England's tallest mountain, Scafell Pike. The walking trails and scenic routes of the Lake District were recorded in Alfred Wainwright's famous guidebooks. Birds such as kestrels and ospreys and forest wildlife like deer, otters and red squirrels are littered throughout the peaceful woodlands, providing a thrilling sight for the quiet traveller.
As well as being home to England's largest lake and highest peak, the Lake District was also the home of Beatrix Potter and provided the inspiration for her beloved children's books. Her house, Hill Top, a 17th century farmhouse, is still open to visitors today and features collections of her personal belongings.
Where to stay in the Lake District
HF Country House: Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District
Nestled in the natural beauty and stunning views of Derwentwater, the Derwent Bank country house offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the incredible scenery of the Lake District, as well as 40 guest rooms, lounges, a bar, and a dining room overlooking the lake. Find out more
HF Country House: Monk Coniston, Southern Lake District
With a desirable address overlooking Coniston Water (the inspiration for Arthur Ransome’s 1930 novel, Swallows and Amazons), this characterful 30-room, Grade II-listed house delights with lakeside and woodland walks from the doorstep, décor that stays true to the period feel, and plenty of Beatrix Potter references. Find out more
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