Holidays in the Lake District simply don't require a car. There's a comprehensive network of public transport to and around the Lakes, so no matter where you want to go, you're well-connected.
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If you want good weather (or a chance of it), plan your trip between June and August. The valleys are covered in green, wildflowers are in full bloom and there's plenty of daylight to explore.
The Lake District may have seemingly endless tracts of natural beauty that you are free to enjoy, but virtually everything else in the region comes at a cost. Accommodations, dining, activities and attractions are all known for being relatively pricey, mostly because of the immense popularity of the National Park.
The Lake District Circuit covers 119 kilometres (74 miles) and is typically completed in about six days of walking. Your total trip duration then depends on whether you incorporate rest days into the walk and, if so, how many. Further information: A six day itinerary is described below.
The Lake District is in the North-West of England, with Manchester to the South and Carlise to the North. From sitting back watching the landscape go by on a train to connecting with the National Park by boat, let the journey be part of your adventure!
By train. The train is an affordable and relatively fast way to get to the Lake District. You can take the West Coast Mainline from London to Glasgow, and jump off at Oxenholme just outside of Kendal.
As such, it's a popular destination for holidaymakers and tourists alike, that make up some 15.8 million visitors that flock here every year. A lake district day trip is the perfect way to take in all the sights without having to worry about overnight accommodation.
As well as the miles of footpaths, bridleways and cycletracks, 55% (500 square miles) of the National Park is classified as Open Access land. You are able to walk anywhere across this land, but you are not allowed to cycle or ride a horse. It is also not permitted to camp or swim.