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Lake District

UNESCO national park with 16 lakes and England highest mountains.

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Admission Ticket

Free; parking €8-12/day

Best Time to Visit

May-June or September

Overview

Established 1951, 2,362km2. Scafell Pike 978m highest. Windermere longest lake 17.6km. Wordsworth, Coleridge, Beatrix Potter inspiration. 3,100km footpaths.

Local Insider Tips

1

Hike Catbells ridge (6km, 2.5h)

2

Stay YHA hostel (€20-35/night)

3

Rent rowboat Coniston Water (€15/h)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Best lake?

Derwentwater most scenic; Windermere most facilities.

Q:Days?

3-5 days ideal.

Location Details

CityCumbria
CountryUnited Kingdom
Rating
4.8 / 5.0

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