The Lake District is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK and is it any wonder why? It has delicious grub, breathtaking scenery and it’s perfect for the whole family.
Go for fun-filled walks with the kids, tuck into hearty stews in traditional English pubs and enjoy much-needed peace and quiet that the countryside offers.
Do we need to go on? South Lakeland Holidays have put together seven amazing reasons why the Lakes are the most relaxing break:
- If your idea of relaxation involves outdoor pursuits, you are in for an action-packed ride. Go walking, climbing, enjoy watersports or try your hand at mountain biking. The possibilities are endless!
- Do you want to escape the hustle and bustle of a city to absorb some history and culture? Check out the Stone Circles, Roman forts, Beatrix Potter’s House, Wordsworth Museum and Dove Cottage.
- You will feel healthier and happier, simply by breathing in the fresh air. Cities can be stuffy and full of smog, whereas the Lakes are clean and salubrious.
- There is so much to see and do that you will be anything but bored. Visit Lakeside Aquarium, take a cruise on Lake Windermere, check out the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre at Brockhole or visit Coniston Boating Centre. What’s more, Go Ape is very popular as well as Muncaster Castle.
- Local food is simply divine. Make sure you sample Kendal’s infamous Mint Cake as well as Cumberland sausage and Grasmere Gingerbread. If all else fails, just pack a picnic and eat on one of the many spectacular landscapes, or sit in front of a roaring fire in one of the quintessential cosy pubs. Here is a list of some of the top rated restaurants.
- If your idea of letting your hair down is to shop ‘til you drop then the region is perfect for you. There are loads of little boutiques and stores full to the brim with unique knicks and knacks. Check out the vast array of places to shop by clicking here.
- Book yourself into one of the many fantastic spas for the ultimate passport to complete relaxation. On the shores of Windermere, get pampered like a goddess and unwind with state-of-the-art facilities including saunas, steam rooms and swimming pools. Treat yourself to a facial and hot stone back massage and after a long day walking, put your feet up and get a soothing pedicure.
So there you have seven great reasons why the Lakes are ideal for a tranquil getaway. Trust us- once you have been once, you will want to go back again and again.
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This article was written by South Lakeland Holidays, the go-to-experts for holidays in the Lake District. They have multiple parks all over the region, located near Windermere and Kendal; just visit the site today to book your next holiday.
