Newcastle International Airport 1 hr 51
Crummock Water (21 min.) mountains encircle this scenic lake which is a tranquil destination for walks picnics & views. Main Street Monument (2 min) Skiddaw (36 min) landmark 931m-high peak in the north part of the lake district with walks to its panoramic summit. Lake District Wildlife Park (16 min.) over 100 species of exotic animals live at this 25-acre park with an on-site cafe and a play area. Derwent Pencil Museum (20 min.) cozy museum since 1981 exploring the history of pencil manufacturing with exhibits a cafe & shop. Derwentwater (25 min.) bordered by fells & ancient woodlands this 5-km.-long lake offers a network of footpaths & boating. Old Fire Station (5 min) Catbells (29 min.) steep 1 480-foot-high fell summit accessed via a 3.5-mile path with panoramic lakeland views. Whinlatter (16 min.) set in the lake district england s only mountain forest is popular for climbing & cycling. Whinlatter Forest Park (18 min.) forested mountain park with walking and biking trails plus rich wildlife and a visitor centre. Buttermere (30 min.) verdant mountain ridges with hiking trails & sweeping vistas ring this expansive deep water lake. Loweswater (24 min) 148-acre lake surrounded by scenic hills & woods featuring tranquil trails & row boat rentals. The Lakes Distillery (12 min.) alpacas roam the grounds of this whisky vodka & gin distillery that offers a range of tours. Ennerdale Water (29 min) this remote scenic lake in the lake district national park lies along the coast to coast walk. Bassenthwaite Lake (11 min.) scenic hills surround this large lake featuring waterside paths sailing & osprey viewing areas. Castlerigg Stone Circle (26 min.) free entry to english heritage stone circle thought to be 5000 years old offering panoramic vistas. |