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When we’re stuck in the rut of everyday life, it can be difficult to step back and take a break from all that hustle and bustle. We’ve got work to do, a project to finish, the kids to get to school, shopping to buy for the week and a whole host of other things in the pipeline that just seem to sap our energy and drive.

With the option of overseas travel now once again open and with near endless fabulous locations to visit both worldwide and here in the UK, you may wonder why you should choose the Lake District as your holiday destination this summer. Well, we think you should! And here are some wonderful reasons why… Get out and about in the Great British Summer The Lake District provides the perfect opportunities for getting out and about in the Great British Summer. With shimmering lakes, lush green valleys, soaring mountains and even vast beaches, The Lake District is the perfect place to spend…

Are you coming to Lakes on holiday and fancy getting in on the Wainwright bagging craze but are not quite sure where to start? Do you want big, impressive views from smaller, more modest summits? Then read on to discover some ‘easier on the legs’ walks that deliver big on views with a real sense of accomplishment.

Teenagers can be a challenge to entertain at the best of times as any parent will tell you. When you hit the road for a well-earned holiday, it’s important to have a game plan that takes them away from playing on their phones all day and ensures they have at least a little bit of fun.

Hundreds of thousands of people come to visit the Lake District each year and booking a holiday cottage is the ideal way to enjoy the local amenities. While the weather can be spectacular, there are some days when you might just to want to hunker down light your log-burner and spend a day cosying up in your Lake District cottage.

We can all get a little overworked, stressed out or simply tired of the same old thing every day. Taking a break and getting away is often the best medicine and allows us to recharge our batteries and focus on the things that matter.

Here at the Coppermines Lakes Cottages we understand that environment concerns and the need to reduce our carbon footprints are at the forefront of all our minds. That’s why we’re taking steps to help create a greener, cleaner Lake District for everyone’s future. From planting 4,000 trees across our Coniston Conservation Area and switching to eco-friendly cleaning produce and from car-sharing initiatives amongst our staff to the installation of EV charging points, we are making changes driven by the need to a create positive environmental impact

If you have kids in tow then getting away for a decent break can be hard work and expensive, not least because of the price of accommodation. While hotels have their place in vacations all around the world, more and more young families are opting to rent a Lake District holiday cottage when they take a break.

Here at the Coppermines & Lakes Cottages we are passionate about all things Lake District. We are committed to preserving the landscape for all to enjoy, for generations to come. That is why we have been busily working to rewild Foul Scrow fell in Coniston.

Are you due to get married this year and need some inspiration for a fabulous hen do or memorable stag party?  Or perhaps you have you been given the responsibility of organising a hen or stag event for a friend or relative?