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 Windermere, Lake Coniston, and Ullswater, as well as take some free time to explore Kendal.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

4 nights half board

Hotel porterage & entertainment

Visits to Skipton enroute

Excursions to Windermere, Coniston & Hawkshead

Coniston Water Steam Gondola cruise

Scenic drive exploring the Northern Lakes

Free time in Kendal

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 Kendal.

Day 2

Enjoy a full day exploring the southern lakes - including visits to Windermere and some of the most picturesque villages in England - Coniston and the delightful Hawkshead. 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

With a free day, delve into the intriguing history of Kendal. This market town is a treasure trove of historical character, with its web of interweaving alleyways and cobbled yards. Discover farm shops, weekly markets, local bakeries, and brewers, all situated on the banks of the River Kent.

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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

The County Hotel 3*, Kendal

Set in a former coaching inn, the County Hotel is in the centre of Kendal and offers traditional meals and cooked breakfasts. The bright and airy guest rooms each have a cosy seating area and feature tea/coffee facilities.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
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