Articles related to "Lake District"

The Buttermere valley in the North West Lake District is easily reached from Keswick and Cockermouth and provides outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation.

The most northerly of the lakes in the Lake District National Park, Bassenthwaite offers the canoeist the possibility of a sighting of the Lake District's ospreys.

Chile's Lake District encompasses some incredible scenery and is suitable for adventure activities like hiking, fishing, horseback riding as well as rafting and kayaking.

Grizedale Forest in the southern lake District has five waymarked cycle trails to suit all abilities from the family cyclist to the hardened mountain biker.

At first glance, the Lake District in winter does not appear to be an ideal place for a vacation. A little forward planning, however, and it can be a perfect escape.

The Lake District is a popular travel destination in Argentina, with adventure activities like mountain biking, horseback riding, rafting, kayaking, hiking and camping.

The steep sides of Mellbreak drop dramatically straight onto the shores of Crummock Water, but this Lake District walk is not as difficult as first appearances suggest.

Derwentwater, near Keswick in the Lake District National Park, offers canoeing and kayaking at the jaws of the Borrowdale Valley and in the shadows of Skiddaw mountain.

Ennerdale Water, the most westerly lake in the Lake District, requires a free permit to canoe and kayak on, but in return provides an experience of scenic solitude.

The tourist frequently misses this hidden jewel on the drive between the more renowned scenic attractions of Buttermere and Wasdale.

England's longest lake and the most visited lake is in the Lake District. Windermere is the most popular lake for boating in the Lake District National Park.

Thirlemere is a reservoir in the Lake District which was formed over 100 years ago. Canoeing and kayaking are not permit controlled and access to the water is easy.

Ullswater in the Lake District National Park has a intricate shoreline of beautiful bays providing the canoeist with limitless opportunities for exploration.

Wastwater, by public vote is "Britains best view." Canoeing here alongside Wasdale Screes, with views to the Scafells has a special character unique to the Lake District.

Many visitors to the Lake District go to the homes of William Wordsworth: Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount. Visit two less frequented sites associated with the poet.

Cumbria - an area of outstanding natural beauty was recently voted "Britain's Favourite View". Home to Jemina Puddleduck author Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth.

The fell walk from Red Pike to High Crag is one of the classic walks of the Lake District National Park. Incorporate a walk along Buttermere for a memorable day's outing.

17th Century woolen mill becomes a green luxury resort with 3 star hotel, timeshares, and 5 star self-catering units in the heart of England's walking paradise.

Top things to do and see in the English Lake District include Wordsworth's Dove Cottage, Kendal, Keswick, Windermere, Grasmere, Ullswater, daffodils and Beatrix Potter.

William Wordsworth spent most of his life in the English Lake District. Visit the houses in which he lived, and the places which inspired him on this literary tour.

The queen of Argentine resorts San Carlos de Bariloche offers the comfort of a city, an attractive historic centre and excursions to the stunning countryside.

A highlight of the Lake District. The beautiful valley of Buttermere provides the visitor with excellent hotels, wonderful scenery and outdoor activities in abundance.

Polk county, also known as the Central Florida Lakes District, is chock full of great attractions. Now its hospitality industry is also offering special packages.

Villarrica volcano, in Villarrica National Park, a reserve of 60,000 hectares bordering Argentina, is a steaming dragon that is fairytale beautiful and a little scary.

Of all the Cumbrian mountain summits, three are reserved strictly for the rock climber: Napes Needle, Scafell Pinnacle and Pillar Rock.

Lakeland's Coniston fells have historically been mined for copper and slate. Much evidence remains in the valleys and on the slopes of The Old Man of Coniston

Coniston Water, in the past the site of Donald Campbell's fatal crash in "Bluebird," and the inspiration for Swallows and Amazons, now welcomes canoeists and kayakers.

The English Lake District offers mountain-bikers everything from manmade singletrack to wild trails over high summits and passes, in Earth's most celebrated scenic area.

England's Lake District is known for beautiful mountains and lakes, for walks, and characters like William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. But it has great spas too.

A first view of Great Langdale from the top of Red Bank is unexpected and likely to linger long in the memory. But this is merely the prelude to the full spectacle.

Chile's Lake District is a perfect family travel destination that includes active volcanoes, river rapids, hot springs, awesome waterfalls, and interesting culture.

Helvellyn is the third highest mountain in the English Lake District, close to Keswick with fine scrambles along Striding and Swirral Edges leading to its summit

A scrambling circuit around Great Gable, discovering Napes Needle and Sphinx Rock cannot be found in many guide books yet makes for a fantastically challenging day out

Walkers in the English Lake District can amble around lakes, stroll through ancient woodland and across lush meadows or climb the many fells.

Scafell Pike, in the English Lake District can be climbed in one day from Borrowdale, Wasdale, Langdale or Eskdale

Chile's Lakes District is the cultural heart of the South American nation and a major stop on the tourist circuit. Often called a small piece of Switzerland in Chile.

The early settlers of the English Lake District were not Anglo-Saxons but Celts. Their language lingers in the names of many of the rivers, lakes and mountains.

Hike around the biggest lakes, Windermere and Ullswater. Climb Scafell Pike, the highest point in England. Visit historic houses, explore literary connections.

Canoeing or kayaking on Buttermere requires the purchase of a permit and there is little easy access to the water, however the majestic setting is difficult to surpass.

Jack's Rake is one of the English Lake District's most popular rock scrambles. Climbing 150m it ascends the face of Pavey Arc in the Langdale Pikes near Ambleside

Country Walking Magazine in 2004 rated Alfred Wainwright's Coast to Coast Walk across Britain as the second best walk in world, runner up only to the Milford Sound Track.

The Langdale Pikes are a group of five distinctive mountains in the heart of the English Lakeland, near Ambleside and Windermere with a rich history from the Stone Age.

The Great Inns of Great Britain are 21of the best historic and independent pubs with rooms and restaurants in places like Scotland, Wales, and England's Yorkshire Dales.

The only ferry in the Lake District. Cross Lake Windermere on the Mallard to visit Hill Top the home of Beatrix Potter, or to walk on the quieter shore of Windermere.

The inspirational gardens of the Lakeland Horticultural Society at Holehird, near Lake Windermere, is one of many great gardens to visit in the English Lake District.

The immaculately cared for gardens at Holker Hall contain many inspirational features to delight plant lovers and garden visitors from all corners of the world

Adams continues to weave a spell with his animal characters in this tale of two dogs who escape from an animal research facility in the English Lake District.

The scenic Lake District of Northern England is a mecca for tourists and vacationing Britains. This area inspired the poet William Wordsworth to write nature poetry.

Stickle Tarn lies in a hidden hollow high above Great Langdale, near Ambleside. One comes upon it quite suddenly after a rugged climb up a well-worn footpath.

While the tourist often remains in the area of London, there is so much to be discovered by visiting the Northern border of England.