Scenic Cumbria & The Lake District

The Lake District is a region of incredible natural beauty. In 2017 it received World Heritage Site status and is now the UK’s largest World Heritage Site.

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Discover Cumbria and the timeless landscape of the Lake District, England's largest National Park and now a World Heritage Site. This region of incredible natural beauty, home to shimmering lakes and luscious mountains, has inspired poets and painters for centuries with its radiant beauty. On this break, we explore the northern and southern lakes with visits to Kendal, Lake Coniston, and Ullswater, as well as take some free time to explore Windermere.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

4 nights half board

Hotel porterage & entertainment

Visits to Skipton enroute

Excursions to Kendal, Coniston & Hawkshead

Coniston Water Steam Gondola cruise

Scenic drive exploring the Northern Lakes

Free time in Windermere

Day 1

We travel north with a stop in Skipton, a rich market town boasting a castle and the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales. This afternoon, we continue to our hotel in Windermere.

Day 2

Enjoy a full day exploring the southern lakes including visits to some of the most picturesque villages in England - Kendal, Hawkshead & Coniston. We also include a unique journey on a restored Victorian steam-powered yacht on Coniston Water, a journey now operated by the National Trust. Experience the thrill of sailing on a historic vessel, taking in the stunning views of the lake and its surroundings.

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Day 3

A full day for you to explore at leisure in Windermere.

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Day 4

Today, we explore the northern lakes from the comfort of our coach; sit back and relax as we pass rugged mountains, lakes and villages, past the tranquil waters of Ullswater to Patterdale and over the magnificent Kirkstone Pass.

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Day 5

We return home today, driving through the scenic sights of the Peak District enroute.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Windermere Hotel 3*, Windermere

Built in 1847 and perched on a hill overlooking Windermere's beautiful town centre, the Windermere Hotel offers a modern piano lounge bar with views of its quiet gardens. Guest rooms include ensuite bathrooms and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Hotel Facilities

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Restaurant
Lift
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Alfreton	Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston	Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield	Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor	Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston	Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Long Eaton	The Green, Outside Poundland Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield	Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley	Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton	Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA