Discover the real Lake District
While the towns of Windermere and Kendall are the busiest in the area surrounding and including the National Park, there are dozens of great little villages and hamlets dotted around the Lake District that offer up everything from great pub grub to unique, handmade souvenirs.
It’s not only the local villages and artisan shops that are a delight to stumble across; there are several smaller bodies of water and hidden trails that allow you to feel like you’re in complete isolation instead of one of the busiest holiday districts in the UK, and a lot of them are accessible if you know where to look – which we, thankfully, do.
Foraging, farmer’s markets, pub lunches, Michelin starred restaurants – the Lake District has food and drink to suit any taste and budget. Local produce is key here, with meat and fish usually sourced within Cumbria. Despite the focus on these two types of food, vegetarians and vegans will... Read more
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From counties to countries, every corner of the UK is hiding its own special quirk. Regional specialties pile high on plates, diverse landscapes stretch over the horizon and rugged coastlines soften to golden sands. City centres are chock full of culture and curiosities, which makes travelling around the UK a joy. The wildlife might not rival Africa’s big five, but there’s nothing more pleasing than spotting your first red squirrel, roe deer or elusive pine marten.
