Lake District

One of the most stunning natural areas in Europe, it is still easy to take the Lake District for granted. Often over-looked due to its relative closeness, those satisfied with a stay-cation could do a lot worse than a break in the tumbling hills, patchwork fields and mirror-like waters of the Lake District.

For fine views and finer-dining, why not pause to reflect at the restaurant surrounding Lake Windermere? Check out the Cumbrian village of Cartmel, recently ranked by the New York Times as a must-see destination. Hire a bike and tour the many trails and lanes, visit Beatrix Potter’s home, climb the tallest mountain in Britain or go for a ramble…

With its 566,400 acres of breath-taking scenery, the Lake District is our biggest national park. A relaxing stay here, away from the hustle-and-bustle of city life, and without the hassle of airplane travel, will be one of the best decisions you’ve ever made.