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The Lake District, England, UK- Tucked away in the scenic, mountainous North-West region of England is a world-renowned, holiday destination. Also popularly referred to as Lakeland or The Lakes, its 885 square mile land area encompasses some of England’s most spectacular and picturesque landscapes, mountains, lakes and rare plant, marine and wildlife. With travelers increasingly choosing nature-centric, holiday spots, the Lake District has become one of the top destinations of choice for many among the millions of people visiting the UK every year. The most-visited, mountainous part is the centrally located, Lake District National Park, one of the most attractive of the UK’s 14 other National Parks. Lying entirely within Cumbria, this park possesses the entire land in England that exceeds 3000 square feet above sea level, including Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England. Lake District Tourism- Long before tourism became the mainstay of its economy, during Neolithic times, this region gained popularity as a major and highly recognized source of stone axes which was primarily located on the slopes of the Langdale Pikes, an area which earned it the title “stone axe factory”. The major industry in the region during Roman times was farming, particularly of sheep. To this day, sheep farming has endured and is an important contributor to the local economy as well as helping to preserve the scenic landscape which tourists wish to see. Between the 16th and 19th century, mining was also a major industry however, several mines have since closed down and only one continues to operate atop the Honister Pass. Between 1846 and 1951, the railways played a vital role in the expansion of tourism however, with the arrival of the motor car age and establishment of an efficient road network, railway systems began closing down but did not affect the number of tourists visiting the Lake District. Today, the primary and major contributor to its economy is tourism with approximately 14 million tourists visiting the Lake District National Park each year. Visitors to this National Park are largely from China, Germany, Japan, Spain and the USA. The Lake District offers high value for money to visitors as the attractions found in its 8 geographic areas combine to provide the complete holiday for families, couples, singles and the adventurous at heart. Lake District Accommodation The Lake District has perhaps, the largest number and variety of accommodation to suit virtually every budget. From bed and breakfast accommodation to holiday cottages, from 5 star and boutique hotels to farm accommodation, Lake District has them all. Depending on your budget, you may choose a bed and breakfast in convenient hub centers such as Ambleside, Buttermere, Kendal or Keswick. Alternatively, if you wish to have a more personal and family oriented, accommodation, you may consider holiday cottages in Appleby, Carlisle, Penrith or Ulverston. For those in search of more luxurious accommodation many of which include leisure facilities and a wide range of services, you can opt for its Luxury Hotels, Boutique Hotels or even Luxury Cottages. The wide variety of places to stay in this popular, holiday destination also includes self catering accommodation, Youth Hostels and Peak District Bunk Barns, ideal for large holidaying groups. The Lakes of the Lake District
Perhaps, the Lake District owes its popularity as a world renowned holiday destination to the beauty and number of its 14 lakes of glacial origin. Wherever, you decide to stay, you’ll find one or more of these scenically, located lakes near you. Many of the hotels situated near these lakes offer a variety of water sport activities. Here are some of the lakes that are worth a visit. Crummock Water This lake is two and a half miles long and three quarters mile wide and runs along the entire hill range of Mellbreak on its western side. Crummock Water is situated between Buttermere to the south and Loweswater to the north. ‘Scale Force’, the highest waterfall in the area feeds this lake and has a drop of 170 ft. Ennerdale Water This is a small glacial lake that is approximately between half a mile to a mile wide and two and a half miles long. It is located in a valley that shares its name. The Brandreth, the Great Gable, the Green Gable, High Crag, Pillar and Steeple Peaks, some of the best known in Cumbria, surround the Ennerdale Water Lake. Esthwaite Water Although this is a small and less well-known lake lying between Coniston Water and Lake Windermere, Esthwaite Water is popular because of fish such as pike and trout that are plentiful in its waters. Moreover, it also has a variety of wildlife. Wast Water The name of this lake translates as the valley with the lake and was originally known as Wasdale. It is approximately three miles long, one third of a mile wide and its depth of two hundred and fifty eight feet makes it the deepest lake in England. Mountaineers and trekkers consider the Wast Water Lake as their favorite starting point of their journey to scale some of the highest mountains in England, among them, Lingmell, Scafell Pike and Great Gable. Buttermere This lake lies in the north-west of the District and is one and a quarter mile long and a quarter mile wide. Its 329 ft. elevation above sea level gives it significant scenic value. The Buttermere Lake can be accessed by road via the Honister Pass, from Borrowdale or from Cockermouth in the north-west. It can also be reached from Braithwaite and the Newlands Valley via Newlands Hause. Windermere This is one of England’s largest natural lakes and since 1847, one of the country’s most visited lakes for summer holidays. Until the nineteenth century, this lake was known as ‘Winandermere’ or ‘Winander Mere’. Coniston Water This is the third largest lake of the Lake District being five miles long and half a mile wide. Coniston Water flows into the sea via the River Crake and has an elevation of 143 ft. above sea level. The highest peak in the Coniston range lies to the north-west of the lake and named the ‘Old man of Coniston’. One of the oldest rocks in the world can also be found in Coniston. Ullswater This is the second largest lake in the area and is approximately nine miles long and three quarters of a mile wide. Ullswater is considered as the most beautiful lake is England and is often compared to Switzerland’s Lake Lucerne. One of the unique attractions of Ullswater is the Ullswater ‘Steamers’. These steamers operate all year round and offer trips around the lake, stopping at Glenridding, Howtown and Pooley Bridge. Ullswater is an extremely popular lake for sailing and has several marinas located around it. It also offers facilities for motor boating, rowing and diving. The spectacular waterfall of Aira Force, lying midway along the lake’s western side, is another of Ullswater attractions. Loweswater This lake is referred to as the ‘leafy lake’, owing to the small forest of Holme Wood on its south side. It is one and a quarter mile long and half a mile wide. Loweswater is unique as it is the only lake which flows toward the centre of the District. It is surrounded by rolling hills and is situated in the picturesque valley of Lorton – a serene place that has retained its un-commercialized charm to this day. The Fells of the Lake District Along with its 14 beautiful and naturally-formed, lakes, the area is studded with rolling hills and craggy mountains that combine to give the district its magnetic allure. To those who are searching for the complete outdoor adventure, the Fells of the Lake District are without compare. Here are some of fells, among many of the other scenic ones that you may visit. Blencathra This is one of the most northerly located fell in the District. The highest of the six separate Blencathra fell tops is the 2848 ft. Hallsfell Top. Bowfell This is a pyramid-shaped fell located in the heart of the District. It is one of the most popular Lakeland Fells and the sixth highest mountain in this district. There are several different routes that mountaineers can take to reach the Bowfell summit. Crag Hill This mountain offers spectacular vistas of the Coledale Valley to the east and the Rannerdale Valley to the west. Crag Hill is 2,753 ft. high and located in the North Western part. Crinkle Crags This is a fell in the area forming part of two major mountain rings and encompasses the valleys of Upper Eskdale. This fell gets its name from a series of five depressions and protrusions (crinkles). These crinkles can be distinctly observed from the valley floor. Grasmoor Lying in the north western part, Grasmoor is the highest mountain in a group of hills situated between the villages of Buttermere, Braithwaite and Lorton. It overlooks the Crummock Water Lake. The western flank of Grasmoor is steep and therefore, not suitable for rock climbers. Great Gable This mountain is also located in the heart of the Lake District and appears as pyramid-shaped when viewed from Wasdale, and has a dome from all other directions. There are several routes to the summit making it one of the most popular Lakeland Fells among amateur mountaineers. Great End This is one of the most northerly located mountains in the Scafell range of the area. The north face of Great End attracts several climbers each year and is an extremely popular place for wild camping. Scafell Pike This is highest mountain in England climbing to a height of 3,209 ft. Scafell Pike is located in Cumbria county’s Lake District National Park. In the annual ‘Three Peaks Challenge’, which is contested by several mountaineers, Scafell Pike is one of the three British mountains chosen. There are but a few places in the world that offer such an amazing combination of mountains and lakes, and the District must surely rank at the top of this exclusive list. With its vast number of places to stay, things to do and its overall, rugged, natural charm, it is certainly the complete holiday destination for you. God’s CountryThe Lake District is rightly regarded as one the most beautiful places in the UK if not the world and this theory is further reinforced by the number of TV programmes and films that have been set in and around this area. Many people when visiting are literally lost for words, clean air and rolling hills are just two features which make people return time and again. Although the scenery is breathtaking and the air fresh, some visitors still require an element of luxury that 5 Star Hotels can provide. Our multifaceted user friendly online resource can help you get the very most from your stay and is designed to arm you with all the information you need before you take a step outside of your own home. Our website contains all you could possibly hope to learn about the area as well as the obvious and perhaps not so obvious attractions of the area. Although we possess a wealth of knowledge about it and the surrounding area we realise that the more intrepid travellers among you could uncover a hidden gem that we may have been blissfully unaware of. If you require some information and you cannot see it detailed on website or you have any suggestions as to what we can add to it, please don’t hesitate to contact us, our phone lines are open from early until late and you can of course e-mail us at any time.Luxury Lake District HotelsAlthough small and cosy guesthouses and camping facilities appeal to a certain number of people we realise that some people like something a little bit more which is why we are highlighting the number of high end hotels in the district. Special occasions like an anniversary or a notable birthday are just two reasons why people sometimes require a more opulent range of options. Although people usually equate Luxury Hotels with a hefty price tag this is certainly not always the case. Many of these hotels operate a series of discount schemes and there are some real bargains to be had, especially in the low season. There are often discount coupons available in a variety of publications which enable people to stay in the places that they would not usually consider, it is initiatives such as this that have made the upmarket hotel option a real possibility for many people. If you travel frequently joining a travel club could be another way to secure discounts on high end accommodation, many people join these clubs solely for that reason! For more ideas of how to get discounted rates at a range of hotels in the immediate area and beyond please see the relevant section on our website. Another approach that many people favour when trying to secure a luxury room at a rock bottom price is to ask the hotel directly, although many people would not even entertain this idea the proof is in the pudding and it does pay dividends on occasions.A Rejuvenating BreakThe main reason why people visit is of course to have a relaxing break from the daily 9 to 5 grind. For people that are based in areas of high urban concentration a visit is literally a breath of fresh air. Many people could be forgiven for assuming that the local scene cannot compete with the range of attractions available in big cities, nothing could be further from the truth. One example are the many theatres in the area, the summer evenings are awash with plays and musicals performed by a host of local artists and theatrical societies the most popular being the Summer Music Festival which attracts a multiude of domestic and international tourists every year. By far the biggest attraction in this area are predictably the lakes, not only are the lakes a geographical wonder to be viewed, they also form the foundation for a multitude of other activities. Boating, fishing and windsurfing are just three of the attractions that make this place a wonderland for families and water sports enthusiasts alike. The local people are the best source of information regarding the best attractions and are only too willing to share this with you. The accommodation options in this area are another reason for its attraction and instead of the usual range that are so predominant in other tourist orientated areas of the country you will find our Hotels here not only warm and inviting but also excellent value for money.Accommodation to suit all tastesThe wealth of accommodation is unlike that in any other part of the country; from B&B to the latest in cutting edge Boutique Hotels; this area really does have it all. An increasingly popular choice for families is self catering accommodation, this option combines the best of everything we can offer in terms of lodging. What could be better than choosing your choice of food in Kendal’s host of local shops and cooking for yourself and your family? Many of the food sold in and around this area is locally sourced and 100% organic, this itself is a reason why many people choose to spend their hard earned holiday in this enchanting part of England. This is not to say that food in the B&B’s and hotels is not of an equal standard, as part of a local initiative the majority of establishments also source their ingredients from local sources and are well renowned for producing dishes that would be the envy of many Michelin starred restaurants. For independent travellers who are perhaps on a budget, hostels have always been a perennial favourite. The word ‘hostel’ usually conjures up images of cramped and dirty accommodation where only the most financially challenged person would choose to stay, this place is very much the exception. The vast majority of hostels scattered around are not only roomy and clean but provide an element of quality that you would not expect from accommodations of this nature.Lake District Hotel UKAside from being a place blessed with natural beauty the Lake District is also becoming widely known as an area where quality accommodation can be secured at an affordable price. Over recent years a concerted effort has been made by the local tourism authority and local entrepreneurs in order to improve both the standard and the variety of accommodation, this long term initiative is finally beginning to reap its just rewards. Due to the uncertain economic conditions in the UK and the rising cost of overseas holidays, many people, specifically families are choosing to spend their holidays here. The standard of accommodation here is at least, if not better than anything available overseas and although the B&B’s and self catering accommodation may give off the air of rustic charm they are still equipped with all the mod cons you’d expect such as internet access and Satellite TV. If Golf is your game there are a number of world renowned courses within easy reach and it is an ideal place to improve your swing whilst taking in great gulps of fresh unpolluted air. The area really does have something for everyone, so whether it’s a romantic break for two or a family holiday it really is worth checking out. Our website in conjunction with a number of business directories is probably the best place to start when planning your holiday and together provide a comprehensive source of information to make your hard earned break a truly memorable experience.Affordable QualityA major attraction for many people visiting is the fact that the best things here are free. Fresh air, long walks and panoramic views are just three things that money simply cannot buy and go some way in reinforcing the old adage, ‘The best things in life are free.’ Although not all of the ingredients that make a holiday in Lake District are free, they are certainly affordable. Food, drink and any locally payable entrance fees are well within the reach of anyone’s budget and combined with our cheap hotels make this is not only a memorable destination but also an affordable one. Just because the prices here are very competitive in comparison to the rest of the UK you needn’t think that quality is lacking, many of the things you enjoy here are simply obtained from closer to the source. Food is a good example, locally grown or reared produce doesn’t have to be transported half way around the country so as well as preserving the freshness, the cost of transportation is also minimal. As previously mentioned if you have any questions, suggestion or queries about any of the information detailed on our website please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your holiday of a lifetime really is our job satisfaction and if you haven’t been here before we are more than willing to open your eyes to a world of beauty and affordable quality. The Lake District, scenery from Paradise available on earth. |
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