Lake District Tours

The Lake District is a region within the northwestern county of Cumbria. Known for its dramatic scenery, beautiful glacial lakes, rugged mountains, creative environment and good food. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Lake District contains many attractive villages and market towns which are great to explore or use as a base. They contain many good pubs, restaurants, outdoor equipment shops and art galleries.

Further north Rydal Water is a more tranquil environment and contrasts with the busier Lake Windermere. William Wordsworth, the poet, lived nearby and a short distance to Dove Cottage where he wrote many of his poems. He was influenced by the long hill walks he took with his sister Dorothy and friend, the poet, Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Dove Cottage is now a museum dedicated to his work.

Scafell Pike is the highest mountain in England at 978 metres above sea level and forms part of the Southern Fells. It is popular with walkers and rock climbers. It has both walking and rock climbing routes which connect with the other mountains in the area.

The whole area of the Lake District is protected as a natural environment and is therefore perfect to visit for nature spotting, walking, climbing or just enjoying the scenery.