Lake District Tourist Information - At a Glance
The Lake District is renowned all over the world as one of the most tempting tourist destinations in the UK. It comes second only to London in popularity stakes, but the hotels Lake District boasts of being second to none.
Situated in England’s north-western corner, the Lake District, Cumbria, is just 64 kilometers (40 miles) across and approximately 160 km (100 miles) in circumference, though it encircles an unusual diversity of landscapes: the lofty peaks of Helvellyn and Scafell Pike on one hand and the lush-green hillsides, fells, dales and scenic lakeside vista.
Even though it is reachable either by the M6 Motorway or the West Coast mainline railway, a vehicle is suggested for exploring the more isolated areas of the Lake District. The Lake District proffers a broad variety of superior lodging to go well with all tastes and budgets: luxury hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, self-catering sites, family-run hotels, working farms, etc.
From small pubs and cafes to first-rate restaurants, the importance all over the region is on multiplicity and the employment of wonderful home manufactures, try the local Cumbrian foyer at the hotels in the Lake District and seek delight in the moment.
The Lake District has ample distribution of small galleries, arts and craft and specialist shops - ideal for getting finer souvenirs! The whole Lake District is inclined towards low-rung tourism, both in the important centers and the many towns and smaller villages.
Over 1800 miles of well-signed footpaths render it a walker’s paradise. Hiking, off-roading, climbing, fishing, cycling, boating (at Ullswater, Coniston, Water Windermere, and Derwent,) and water-skiing, etc. are some of the activities.
