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Review: The Forest Side, Grasmere, Lake District, UK

Review: The Forest Side, Grasmere, Lake District, UK

ByPaul Johnson August 18, 2023

On the fringes of the popular village of Grasmere, famed not only for its gingerbread but also its literary connections with poet William Wordsworth, liesThe Forest Side – a secluded Victorian haven where you can experience a Michelin-starred culinary journey.

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Top 10 most Instagrammable tourist destinations in Britain

Top 10 most Instagrammable tourist destinations in Britain

ByPaul Johnson August 2, 2023August 2, 2023

The Lake District is officially Britain’s most Instagrammable tourist attraction, a new study has shown. The study, conducted by InsureMy, analysed hashtags on Instagram to establish the most famous destinations and attractions in Britain.

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Lake District walk ranked one of the best in the world

Lake District walk ranked one of the best in the world

ByBecky Johnson May 29, 2023December 7, 2023

A Lake District walk has been ranked one of the best in the world. Placed 15th, Catbells near Keswick was ranked ahead of Italy’s beautiful Path of the Gods on the Amalfi’s Coast, and even ahead of the iconic four-day Inca trail in Peru or trekking up Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

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Review: Windermere Suite, Beech Hill Hotel & Spa, Lake District, UK

Review: Windermere Suite, Beech Hill Hotel & Spa, Lake District, UK

ByPaul Johnson May 17, 2023May 18, 2023

And anyone looking to experience the beauty of England’s longest lake for themselves might like to add the Beech Hill Hotel and Spa to their wishlist. Perched on the shores of Windermere since the early 1900s, the hotel now hosts a total of 55 bedrooms.

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10 reasons to visit the Lake District in 2023

10 reasons to visit the Lake District in 2023

ByRachael Thomas December 23, 2022December 20, 2022

With 2022 drawing to a close, it’s time to start thinking about your 2023 travel plans. Why not include a trip to the Lake District? If you get a chance, you really should come to this beautiful corner of England.

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10 cosy Lake District pubs you really ought to visit

10 cosy Lake District pubs you really ought to visit

ByRachael Thomas November 22, 2022

After a long day hiking, sailing or generally exploring the Lake District, what better way to unwind than with some delicious food and drink in the comfortable surroundings of a cosy Lake District pub?

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Lake District museums

Lake District museums

ByRachael Thomas October 18, 2022

The Lake District is famous for its breath-taking beauty and amazing landscapes, but it’s always worth having a cold or rainy day alternative up your sleeve.

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Review: The Green Cumbria, Ravenstonedale, Cumbria, UK

Review: The Green Cumbria, Ravenstonedale, Cumbria, UK

ByMichael Edwards October 14, 2022April 10, 2023

Drive through fells, past drystone walls, and over stone bridges to reach The Green Cumbria, a trio of Visit England 5* Gold self-catering cottages.

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The Lake District’s historic houses

The Lake District’s historic houses

ByRachael Thomas September 21, 2022

After this month’s Heritage Open Days, we thought we’d stick with the cultural and heritage theme and put together our top ten list of historic houses in Cumbria.

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Windermere in a day – there’s so much to do!

Windermere in a day – there’s so much to do!

ByRachael Thomas August 22, 2022August 23, 2022

There is so much to see and do in and around Windermere, so condensing it into one day is more than a little tricky. Here’s an idea of what to do.

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A whistle-stop tour of the Lake District lakes

A whistle-stop tour of the Lake District lakes

ByRachael Thomas July 22, 2022July 22, 2022

When the sun is beating down on the Lake District, there’s no better place to be than beside one of the large bodies of water that give this stunning national park its name.

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Summer in the Lake District

Summer in the Lake District

ByRachael Thomas June 15, 2022June 16, 2022

The Lake District is the perfect place to spend your Summer holidays. Enjoy long, warm days, clear blue skies and stunning views.

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Wild swimming in the Lake District

Wild swimming in the Lake District

ByRachael Thomas May 18, 2022May 15, 2022

In just a few weeks’ time, thousands of swimmers will be heading to the Lake District to take part in the Great North Swim.

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Our favourite Lake District walks with the children

Our favourite Lake District walks with the children

ByRachael Thomas April 15, 2022April 15, 2022

Here are just a few of our favourite Lake District walks which we’ve enjoyed with our children. So why not kit yours out with some sturdy walking boots and take them exploring?

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Review: Birkdale House, Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District, UK

Review: Birkdale House, Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District, UK

ByPaul Johnson March 14, 2022April 10, 2023

Birkdale House is a large Victorian house set on the 470-acre Matson Ground Estate close to Bowness-on-Windermere in the…

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Spring in the Lake District

Spring in the Lake District

ByRachael Thomas February 14, 2022February 14, 2022

We all have to put up with January and February – the cold, the long dark evenings. No wonder…

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