Newcastle International Airport 2 hr 4
Whinlatter Forest Park (31 min.) forested mountain park with walking and biking trails plus rich wildlife and a visitor centre. Coast To Coast Walk (22 min.) a 182-mile hike created by alfred wainwright from the irish to north sea taking in 3 national parks. Derwentwater (37 min.) bordered by fells & ancient woodlands this 5-km.-long lake offers a network of footpaths & boating. Ennerdale Water (13 min) this remote scenic lake in the lake district national park lies along the coast to coast walk. Honister Slate Mine (52 min.) england s last working slate mine offering underground tours & several different climbing routes. Scafell Pike (48 min) reaching a height of 978m this peak was donated to the national trust as a war memorial in 1919. Muncaster Castle (31 min.) renovated castle built in the 13th century in 77 acres of woods with a bird of prey center & maze. Great Gable (48 min) 2 949-ft. mountain with hiking paths & a commemorative plaque at the summit for wwi victims. Crummock Water (33 min.) mountains encircle this scenic lake which is a tranquil destination for walks picnics & views. Loweswater (27 min) 148-acre lake surrounded by scenic hills & woods featuring tranquil trails & row boat rentals. Honister Pass (50 min.) paved route passing scenic mountain terrain with a hostel & a historic slate mine at the summit. Wast Water (38 min) set in a valley surrounded by mountains this glacial lake features nature trails & stunning views. Catbells (41 min.) steep 1 480-foot-high fell summit accessed via a 3.5-mile path with panoramic lakeland views. Haystacks (45 min.) popular lake district hill featuring climbing routes a summit cairn & panoramic views. |