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Lake District events calendarLake District Events Calendar

The Lake District and Cumbria host many special events, some of which can only be found in this area.
View our comprehensive list of events by date and region.

Things to See and Do in Cumbria

Walking and climbing the fells, watersports, museums and heritage, parks and nature, stone circles and brewery tours and more.

Lake District News

Keep up to date with current happenings in and around the Cumbria area.
Latest News: The ospreys have returned!

Cumbria tourist informationLake District Tourist Information Centres

We have all the contact information for Cumbria's tourist information centres.

William Wordsworth

A biography of Cumbria's most famous son, and Poet Laureate of the 19th Century.
Where did he wander as lonely as a cloud? And of what significance was Dora's Field?

Beatrix Potter

A glimpse into the secret life of England's most-loved children's story writer.
“Once upon a time, there were four little rabbits. And their names were, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail and Peter...”

Cumbrian Food

Discover new tastes and flavours using local produce and ingredients from Cumbria.

Lake District Maps

Essential road and rail maps for when you make your trip around Cumbria and the Lake District.

Lake District photographsLake District Photographs

Hundreds of Cumbria photos in high quality for your viewing pleasure. Pictures are categorised and suitable for use as Computer Desktop Wallpapers.

Lakes of the Lake District

The Lake District comprises of 16 lakes, 53 tarns, and several “waters”, ranging from the bustling shores of Windermere to the remoter locations of Wastwater and Loweswater.
Enjoy a pictorial journey through the Lake District.

Herdwick sheepHerdwick Sheep

Grazing unconcernedly on the edges of the open sided mountain roads, the Herdwick sheep have chosen to walk and climb some of the most spectacular landscapes in Europe. Baah...

Cumbrian weatherCumbria Weather

An overview of the local weather, and what to expect when walking the Cumbrian fells.

What is Wordsworth Country?

The English Lake District in Cumbria is a National Park of mountains, lakes and valleys covering around 900 sq. miles and described by many as the most beautiful area in England.

Where is Wordsworth Country?

The Lake District is situated in England's most North West County of Cumbria and easily accessible by road, rail and air.

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