Activities

The Lake District is home to some of the UK’s most beautiful natural views, landscapes and scenery making it the perfect place to enjoy time in the fresh air. For golfers there is no better way to engage with nature than on a golf course, and Lake District golf courses are a mix of charm and challenge. Golf in the Lake District Home to more than 10 golf courses, the Lake District is a spot well worth visiting for the aspiring or experienced golfer. It is the perfect place for golfers to enjoy a variety of courses with varying degrees…

Staycations in the UK are amazing, and in the Lake District they are even better but you do have to plan for the British Weather! Here are a few top tips on dealing with different weather conditions on your Lake District staycation. Shop for Appropriate Clothing The rain can dampen spirits but if it is not torrential then a good waterproof jacket and some sturdy walking shoes should ensure any rain showers do not spoil your outdoor adventures. If you forgot to pack your raincoat, never fear, in the Lake District you will never be far from an outdoor shop…

By Rachael Parkin Heading to the Lakes this summer for a cottage holiday? Wondering how to keep the whole family busy whilst keeping at least some hold on the purse strings? Keeping the kids occupied and entertained all summer can be an expensive business. If you’re on a budget or simply looking to alternate paid for activities with cheaper days out then here are a few of our ideas for keeping the whole family busy in the glorious Lake District this summer. 1. Grizedale Forest Whilst Grizedale has some fantastic, paid for activities on offer such as Go Ape Tree…

Lake District Show Season – Take in a show this summer By Rachael Parkin July marks the beginning of the Lake District’s agricultural show season. Being a predominantly rural landscape The Lake District has sheep, lots and lots of sheep. Breeds such as the famous Herdwick along with other forms of livestock play an important role within the Cumbrian economy. Consequently, agricultural shows, which bring farmers and traders together, are important events, both economically and socially, growing bigger and more popular as each year passes. Around 20 shows are held each year in Cumbria and the Lakes of varying sizes.…

Top Spots for Wild Swimming by Rachael Parkin One thing the Lakes District definitely isn’t short of is water. Whether it’s sparkling in a glistening lake, surging down a thundering river or falling out of the sky to try and put a dampener on your day, to holiday in the Lakes is to get wet in the Lakes. And few things are more appealing on a hot summer’s day than a refreshing, cool swim amongst the magnificent scenery of the Lakes. Whether you’re an experienced wild swimmer and looking to do some serious swimming on a picturesque lake or a…

By Rachael Parkin Ordnance Survey (OS) have recently published Britain’s favourite place to start a walk; with Ambleside claiming the top spot for the Lake District, coming in fifth out of the UK as a whole. The survey shows Ambleside as the hub of walking in the Lakes, with more people choosing to start a walk from here than anywhere else in Cumbria. The survey also revealed that other Cumbrian walks scored very highly, with the summits of Scafell Pike and Helvellyn also appearing in the top 10 of the most commonly tread paths. With this in mind, we at…

‘Come on winter!’ I found myself shouting every morning as I opened the curtain to another day where there wasn’t any snow. My wife as you can imagine found this rather annoying mainly because I tend to get up half an hour before her each day and truthfully, I could have done this charade from the living room. It’s just the best view of Coniston Old Man is from the bedroom. I started this in about November, admittedly slightly eager, I painstakingly did my little snow dance each morning wishing the rain clouds to bring those little white flakes of…