Is the Lake District pretty?

With plenty of adventure whether you be an outdoorsy type, foodie or bibliophile, the Lake District is the perfect spot for your next great getaway. With the area's picturesque hilltop villages and lovely harbours, there is no shortage on charm, too.



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The Most Beautiful Places in the Lake District
  1. Grasmere. As we are based in Grasmere, we know just how beautiful it is. ...
  2. Keswick. Set in the north of the Lake District, Keswick took the top spot of the most beautiful escapes in the UK. ...
  3. Ambleside. ...
  4. Hawkshead. ...
  5. Kentmere. ...
  6. Cartmel.


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The Lake District, also known as the Lakes or Lakeland, is a mountainous region in North West England. A popular holiday destination, it is famous for its lakes, forests, and mountains (or fells), and its associations with William Wordsworth and other Lake Poets and also with Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin.

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Both areas are lovely but different. I prefer the Highlands of Scotland because I like the greater feel of wilderness that leuca describes. But if you are staying in London, then the Lake District will be easier, though probably more crowded.

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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.

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Negative impacts to the Lake District include congestion, increased house prices, environmental damage, and footpath erosion. Management strategies include traffic management, encouraging public transport, increasing accessibility for housing, and repairing footway paths to reduce erosion.

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Some of our best-known attractions are about engaging directly with the beautiful landscapes: from boat hire options on Lake Windermere to tackling the Via Ferrata at Honister Slate Mine. Whatever your age, whatever your interest, we've something for you to see and do.

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How to Get to Lake District From London
  1. Train from Euston to Penrith (North Lakes) (average time 3hrs 15 mins)
  2. Bus (X4 or X5) from Penrith Station to Keswick or.
  3. Train from Euston to Oxenholme Lake District (average time 3hrs 17mins)
  4. Train from Oxenholme to Windermere.
  5. Bus (555) from Windermere to Keswick.


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So although March to June are the driest months and October to January the wettest, in the Lake District it is generally sensible to always be prepared for rain. Snow can be expected for around 20 days between November and March so if you are considering exploring the fells in winter be prepared for winter conditions.

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Couples in the Lake District will find an entire world of romance nestled in the scenic English countryside with everything from fine dining to luxury hotels and outdoor adventure.

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