The Lake District in Cumbria in the north west of England is one of the most popular of the fifteen United Kingdom National Parks. It is the largest and most visited and attracts all kinds of visitors from all kinds of places.
It’s not difficult to see why the Lake District attracts so many visitors each year. Huge stretches of water span the National Park making up the famous lakes, with the best known being Lake Windermere. There is an abundance of local wildlife and the lakes also support the local inhabitants. The lakes are a source of various water based activities such as canoeing, kayaking, boating and sailing. Coniston Water is home to The Royal Yachting Association Training Centre which offers various sailing courses to qualify for internationally recognized RYA certificates.
The activities on the lakes are not the only way to enjoy the outdoors in the Lake District. The National Park has the highest number of outdoor activity centers in the United Kingdom. There are a whole host of pursuits to cater to all ages in these centers including horse riding, caving, climbing and abseiling. The Lake District has a tradition of unrestricted access to its fells and a network of public rights of way. Whether holiday makers choose to go it alone or take up one of the courses on offer, boredom is never an option and the scope of possibility is almost endless.
The Lake District is unique thanks to its ancient woodlands and the highest peaks and deepest lakes in England. Visitors can’t help but be impressed by the evidence of life dating back thousands of years to the Ice Age. Native animals and plants thrive in the wooded areas and thrill nature lovers and walkers alike. The National Park has a rich history uncovered by archaeologists of life throughout the ages and more recent living is reflected in the houses and bridges built with local materials.
It goes without saying that the Lake District is popular and it isn’t just the lakes, outdoor activities and scenic beauty. The quaint, bustling towns are an attraction in themselves and they cater well to the visitors’ needs. Specialist shops sell local art, crafts and food, including the famous Kendall Mint Cake. Gardeners have plenty of nurseries and garden centers to visit and walkers and hikers can browse round the many outdoor equipment retailers. There are galleries and exhibitions for everyone and accommodation to cater to all tastes. Those ignorant of the Lakes District’s charms have to come and see it for themselves.
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