Literary Lake District: Online Road Trip Travel Guide
This self-drive route explores the beautiful Lake District covering 123 miles (199 km), with a guide for 20 destinations. The route is split into three districts: Westmorland, Allerdale and Western Lakes. HOW IT WORKS This online guidebook is designed to take the guesswork out of planning your multi-destination trip. No need for endless internet searches—everything you need is in one place, carefully curated with recommendations and helpful links to dive deeper into each destination. Pick and choose from a variety of ideas, including top attractions, hidden gems, and unique experiences and customise your journey to suit your needs. Tailor the itinerary to fit your schedule, with flexible options ranging from 3 to 14 nights. Ideal if you’re travelling with your own car, campervan or rental vehicle. Get started today with instant access (choose the nearest date as with 1 year’s access, there’s no need to wait until your travel date). Use on smartphone, tablet, or desktop. ........................................................................................................................................................ WHAT’S INCLUDED: • Plan your road trip around the stunning Lake District National Park. This flexible itinerary covers up to 123 miles (199 km) covering 20 destinations. Split into three distinct areas to make navigation and planning easier, zone in on Westmorland, Allerdale and the Western Lakes. Choose your own itinerary and time frame. Use the guidebook to choose how to spend your time, example: • Lakes: use the guide to discover more about the lakes themselves and the towns surrounding them, including Windermere, Derwentwater, Elterwater and Ullswater. Discover more about Coniston and the water speed record. • Encompasses picturesque villages, market towns, valleys, fells, and waterfalls • Kendal: the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts or those seeking culture, plus admire stunning lakeside views at Derwentwater. • Grasmere: enjoy the charming village atmosphere, explore Dove Cottage, enjoy scenic walks around Grasmere Lake, and sample the famous Grasmere Gingerbread. • Explore Allerdale: delve into Keswick, Buttermere and Cockermouth for example, and if you’re into walking, don’t forget Catbells! • Scafell Pike: visit Wasdale Head and venture out on a hike at Scafell Pike. • William Wordsworth & Beatrix Potter: discover more about these literary giants and their connections. • Includes an overnight stays map for locating accommodation or campsites on the route. Plus so much more to discover! HOW TO ACCESS: see Know Before You Go