breakfast is free. off the a595 road outside the village of gosforth, this cosy hotel is set in a georgian country house at the edge of the lake district national park. airy rooms with period accents all feature free wifi and flat-screen tvs with dvd players, while some have 4-poster beds, bathtubs and coastal views. there's also an elegant restaurant with private dining areas, plus meeting and event space. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 5 miles from the coast. it's 2 Liverpool John Lennon Airport 2 hr 46
Hardknott Roman Fort (31 min) sweeping valley views are offered from these remains of a roman fort built in the 2nd century. Hardingill (7 min) Bowfell (1 hr 10) mountain featuring hiking trails to the summit with picturesque views of surrounding peaks. Crummock Water (52 min.) mountains encircle this scenic lake which is a tranquil destination for walks picnics & views. Great Gable (29 min) 2 949-ft. mountain with hiking paths & a commemorative plaque at the summit for wwi victims. Sca Fell (29 min) second-highest mountain in england at 3 162 feet with routes for climbing & hiking. Wast Water (18 min) set in a valley surrounded by mountains this glacial lake features nature trails & stunning views. Honister Slate Mine (1 hr 11.) england s last working slate mine offering underground tours & several different climbing routes. Sellafield (10 min) Buttermere (1 hr 1.) verdant mountain ridges with hiking trails & sweeping vistas ring this expansive deep water lake. Haystacks (1 hr 6.) popular lake district hill featuring climbing routes a summit cairn & panoramic views. Honister Pass (1 hr 9.) paved route passing scenic mountain terrain with a hostel & a historic slate mine at the summit. Muncaster Castle (11 min.) renovated castle built in the 13th century in 77 acres of woods with a bird of prey center & maze. Ennerdale Water (34 min) this remote scenic lake in the lake district national park lies along the coast to coast walk. Coast To Coast Walk (19 min.) a 182-mile hike created by alfred wainwright from the irish to north sea taking in 3 national parks. Petton Place (3 min) Drigg (7 min) Loweswater (46 min) 148-acre lake surrounded by scenic hills & woods featuring tranquil trails & row boat rentals. |