The lakes in Cumbria
- Date: 2007-06-19 - Word Count: 418
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The Lake District is located in Cumbria, which is located in the North West of England and it is one of the most beautiful and picturesque places in the world, it is also known as "the lakes" or "Lakeland". In 1951 some 886 square miles of the lake district became a national park and today it takes up a massive 885 square miles, the Lake District is the largest of England's 12 national parks and is the best known tourist destination in England, outside of London. The lakes are only a few hours travel time away from three international airports making the lakes easy to get to, via car, bus or train.
Home of the writer Beatrix Potter and inspiring to the poet William Wordsworth, the Lake District maintained by the UK's National Trust is now a world famous national park visited by up to 16 million people a year. The Lake District is a very beautiful and tranquil place to relax, but for those who like adventure there are lots of activities to get involved in. The area offers a wealth of interesting visitor attractions and outdoor activities with plenty of places to stay including hotels, hostels, camping and caravanning sites. Travelling around Lakeland is very easy, with a number of services on offer including taxis, buses, even the traditional steamer boat on Lake Windermere.
The Lake District is a walker's dream any season of the year with many walking routes mapped out, it is also famous for its breathtaking scenery, charming Lakeland towns, villages and historical houses and castles that can be seen along the way it is also superb mountain biking territory with many paths and tracks to explore. Many Rock climbers visit the Lake District as it is home to Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain at 3210ft high. Windermere Lake a massive 10.5 miles long is popular with sailing boats, anglers and other water sports activities. Among the many lakes Wastwater, which is located at the foot of Scafell is the deepest lake in England at around 258 feet deep.
Whether you decide to visit the area to unwind and relax surrounded by the natural beauty of the area or visit to participate in a sporting activity the Lake District is an enjoyable area for a wide range of age groups with lots to offer.
The author of this article frequently visits the lake district and runs a furness web site for the residents of Barrow, a town about 20 min drive from the lakes. barrow photographs
Home of the writer Beatrix Potter and inspiring to the poet William Wordsworth, the Lake District maintained by the UK's National Trust is now a world famous national park visited by up to 16 million people a year. The Lake District is a very beautiful and tranquil place to relax, but for those who like adventure there are lots of activities to get involved in. The area offers a wealth of interesting visitor attractions and outdoor activities with plenty of places to stay including hotels, hostels, camping and caravanning sites. Travelling around Lakeland is very easy, with a number of services on offer including taxis, buses, even the traditional steamer boat on Lake Windermere.
The Lake District is a walker's dream any season of the year with many walking routes mapped out, it is also famous for its breathtaking scenery, charming Lakeland towns, villages and historical houses and castles that can be seen along the way it is also superb mountain biking territory with many paths and tracks to explore. Many Rock climbers visit the Lake District as it is home to Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain at 3210ft high. Windermere Lake a massive 10.5 miles long is popular with sailing boats, anglers and other water sports activities. Among the many lakes Wastwater, which is located at the foot of Scafell is the deepest lake in England at around 258 feet deep.
Whether you decide to visit the area to unwind and relax surrounded by the natural beauty of the area or visit to participate in a sporting activity the Lake District is an enjoyable area for a wide range of age groups with lots to offer.
The author of this article frequently visits the lake district and runs a furness web site for the residents of Barrow, a town about 20 min drive from the lakes. barrow photographs
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