Liverpool John Lennon Airport 2 hr 52
Buttermere (57 min.) verdant mountain ridges with hiking trails & sweeping vistas ring this expansive deep water lake. Ennerdale Water (31 min) this remote scenic lake in the lake district national park lies along the coast to coast walk. Hardknott Roman Fort (37 min) sweeping valley views are offered from these remains of a roman fort built in the 2nd century. Scafell Pike (35 min) reaching a height of 978m this peak was donated to the national trust as a war memorial in 1919. Honister Pass (1 hr 5.) paved route passing scenic mountain terrain with a hostel & a historic slate mine at the summit. The Rum Story (16 min.) recreation of an 18th-century caribbean island town with displays on slavery and rainforests. Fleetwith Pike (1 hr 2.) hiking trails & views are the main draw at this 2 126-foot fell amid rolling hills & a lake. Nethertown (11 min) Crummock Water (48 min.) mountains encircle this scenic lake which is a tranquil destination for walks picnics & views. Wast Water (25 min) set in a valley surrounded by mountains this glacial lake features nature trails & stunning views. Sellafield (6 min) Haystacks (1 hr 3) popular lake district hill featuring climbing routes a summit cairn & panoramic views. Sca Fell (36 min) second-highest mountain in england at 3 162 feet with routes for climbing & hiking. Muncaster Castle (17 min.) renovated castle built in the 13th century in 77 acres of woods with a bird of prey center & maze. Loweswater (42 min) 148-acre lake surrounded by scenic hills & woods featuring tranquil trails & row boat rentals. Great Gable (35 min) 2 949-ft. mountain with hiking paths & a commemorative plaque at the summit for wwi victims. |