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Rising to the North of Keswick, Skiddaw at 3054 feet is one of the most popular objectives for the walker based in the northern Lake District. The mountain may lack the ruggedness of Scafell or Great Gable but England's fourth highest peak provides a wide variety of routes to its summit and - away from the popular paths - a sense of isolation not often found in the Lake District. Here I'll outline a couple of ways to the top of Skiddaw beginning with the popular tourist route. written by Pete Buckley
The Lake District is my favorite corner of England but such are the charms of the region that it has become something of a victim of its own success. The many beauty spots of Lakeland are contained within a relatively small area which along with the high visitor numbers who come to view them, means that avoiding the crowds and finding the kind of solitude that many of us look for in the hills is not always easy. I have here attempted to list a few of the lesser known corners of the Lake District where though complete solitude is by no means guaranteed, you'll certainly avoid these crowds... written by Pete Buckley
The iconic peak of Great Gable, a favorite of many Lakeland fellwalkers and the centrepiece of "Britain's Favorite View" is a rewarding objective for the walker visiting the Lake District. The 2949 foot (899m) summit is situated in the west of Lakeland and it is from that side of the region or from centrally situated Borrowdale, that most of the ascent routes go. Here is a quick outline of some of the main walking routes and their individual qualities. written by Pete Buckley
Whether you're thinking of visiting Britain this year or like me, you're a local thinking of staying at home, Cumbria's Lake District National Park offers scenery rarely surpassed elsewhere in Europe. The region, established as a National Park in 1951, is known for its distinctive landscape of grey stone farmhouses, lakes and rugged mountains known here as fells - a word derived from the time of the Vikings. written by Pete Buckley
One of the more popular goals for the walker in the English Lake District is the windblown summit of Helvellyn, England's third highest peak. Situated in the eastern side of Lakeland between Thirlmere and Ullswater, the mountain has easy access with several wide paths leading to the summit. Here I shall outline the main routes of ascent and their relative merits. written by Pete Buckley
For the walker heading to the Lake District and thinking of climbing England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, here is a quick guide to the most popular routes. written by Neale Morton
Windermere is a place which is flouted by visitors throughout the year, though it previously was just a rural community where small people thrived. Windermere is situated in the Lake District. written by Neale Morton
There are many hotels in Windermere for your accommodations, and one of them is the Hotel Cranleigh which has the distinct advantage of being located at just a couple of minutes’ walk from the Windermere Lake shores. written by Neale Morton
Ambleside is a small and beautiful town, located in the Lake District. People do visit there, and there are various kinds of accommodation available also, which aid them. Not only there are numerous lake district hotels available written by Neale Morton
From a very small rural community in the Lake District, Windermere has transformed into one of the biggest destinations there with millions of people visiting there throughout the year. written by Paul Parker
An introdution to the Lake District. The UK's most beautfiul National Park. written by Lucia Appleby
Driver fatigue causes a number of fatal car accidents in the UK and so the Home Office has decided to develop a new device to test motorists on their ability to drive safely. written by Patrick Altoft
Taking the first steps toward a successful mountain bike expedition can seem extremely daunting – especially for a complete novice who has a decidedly clumsy streak. written by Patrick Altoft
The greatest place on earth as deemed by many, the ultimate location to relax, unwind and take advantage of the awe inspiring scenery or get down and dirty extreme mountain biking Lake District style << previous page 1 next page>> |
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