"The "Switzerland" of England" Lake District National Park by Helga67

Lake District National Park Travel Guide: 487 reviews and 1,306 photos

Lake District - Lake District National Park

THE LAKE DISTRICT, is located in North West England. This is a district of beautiful mountains and lakes, heathery slopes dotted with sheep and boulders. It is a popular place for hiking. Unfortunately, it is also the wettest part of England.

Last visit to Lake District National Park: Jun 2008
Intro Updated Jul 15, 2008
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Wast Water - Lake District National Park

Wast water & Wasdale head Things to Do (5)

Wast Water is England's deepest lake at 79 metres (258 feet), and is located in the isolated Wasdale Valley. The lake is... more travel advice

Horse & Farrier Inn - Lake District National Park

Horse & Farrier Inn Restaurants (1)

They are know by the locals for their good local food. We liked it here, the pub is lovely with low ceilings and it is... more travel advice

Laurel & Hardy museum - Lake District National Park

Laurel & Hardy museum Things to Do (5)

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Hard Knott - Lake District National Park

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MalenaN Mar 29, 2011 at 8:51 AM

I would love to go hiking in the Lake District one day!
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nickandchris Aug 15, 2008 at 6:09 AM

Nice to see the tips on Ulverston and Holker Hall. Not many people bother visiting this part!! Try some of the nothern highland roads in Scotland!!
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mustertal Jul 13, 2008 at 2:37 PM

I keep promising myself a trip to Alker Hall, I live so close but never visit!
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sandysmith Jul 7, 2008 at 10:11 AM

pub food looks better than room sounds
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HORSCHECK Jul 5, 2008 at 3:00 PM

Interesting start here. Oh well, carpet in thebathroom is a very English thing. The Lake district is still on my must visit list.
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MATIM Jul 4, 2008 at 12:14 PM

Ik kom terug voor meer :)
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steventilly Jul 3, 2008 at 2:45 AM

Like me, you write your accommodation tips first. Looking forward to seeing the rest of it.