Discover Cumbria Blog

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This site is growing and this is the easiest way for you to find out what has been added to the site since you last visited.

The blog will also feature interesting news and happenings in Cumbria such as festivals, freak weather conditions etc.

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The illumination of Hadrian's Wall in Cumbria

The final preparations are being made for the illumination of Hadrian's Wall on Saturday, 13 March.. . . .

The event will boast some real Roman artillery and a Roman re-enactor firing arrows into the sky after he lights the last beacon at Bowness-on Solway. . .

To see the action you need to head to Carlisle to see the beacons being lit, not to the wall itself. . .

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Cottages Hawkshead

Hawkshead cottages put you right in Beatrix Potter country. Will you choose the cottage with the lake view, or the four poster bed? Read about all our Hawkshead Cottages.

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Self Catering Ullswater

Hand-chosen self catering Ullswater cottages. Cottages with Lake Ullswater views, barn conversions and walk from the door opportunities.

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Cottages South Lakes

Exceptional Cottages South Lakes. Stay on the Eskdale Estate - perfect for Golf Lovers or choose a remote cottage up a gated unmade lane. Be spoilt for choice choosing your Cumbrian Cottage.

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Lake District Cottages Windermere - Ambleside - Bowness on Windermere

Stunning selection of self catering properties available in Windermere, Ambleside and Bowness on Windermere. Cottages with lake views, traditional farm cottages and cottages where you can simply walk from the door.

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Ground Floor Holiday

A beautiful selection of ground floor holiday cottages and wheelchair access cottages in Cumbria.

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Cottages in Keswick

A beautiful selection of self-catering cottages in Keswick and the surround villages. Most traditionally built, with outstanding views of the surrounding fells.

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Lake District Self Catering between Kendal and Windermere

Lake District Self Catering cottages in the pretty valleys between Kendal and Windermere

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Cottage - Bassenthwaite

Stay in a tranquil cottage. Bassenthwaite is slightly off the beaten track allowing you to enjoy all the splendour of the Lake District from one of the quieter corners.

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Tranquil Lodges Cumbria

Lodges Cumbria. Wooden self-catering lodges available for holiday rent Cumbria.

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Discover Cumbria

Discover Cumbria is your insiders Guide to the English Lake District. Packed with personal recommendations to help you choose from all the great places to stay, walk and explore, without getting too caught up in the crowds. walks, boating, picnic spots.

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Cumbria Flooding 2009

November 2009 has seen the worst flooding in around 1000 years.

Read more about these adverse weather conditions here

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Bell Tent Camping - Cumbria

Bell Tent Camping Cumbria. Enjoy the luxury of the countryside with the luxury of a Bell Tent. With wood burning stoves to keep you warm and idyllic sites in quieter corners of Cumbria, these Bell Tents offer a fabulous accommodation alternative.

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Lake District Static Caravans

Lake District Static Caravans in outstanding settings. Award winning and Cumbrian Farm settings.

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Caravan Cumbria

Looking for the perfect place to caravan? Cumbria has some wonderful sites to chose from. Read more about Discover Cumbria's favourite Caravan Sites in Cumbria

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Coniston Camping

Find Coniston Camping and Carvan Sites. Coniston Hall campsite and smaller sites near to Coniston. Discover Cumbria is your personal guide to the English Lakes

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Tarn Hows Lake District

Tarn Hows - Lake District. Perhaps the most famoust Lake District Tarn walk? A beautiful and easy walk suitable for buggies close to Hawkshead.

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Grizedale

There is something for everyone at Grizedale. From gentle strolls through the forest looking at award winning sculptures, to whole day walks. For those with a head for heights and a stomach for adventure don't miss Grizedale Go Ape! centre.

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Timeshare Lake District

Cumbria has everything you want set amid the splendour of the Lake District. Owning a timeshare here means never having to worry about the kind of accommodation you'll be stuck with on your next trip.

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Cumbria Hawkshead

Cumbria Hawkshead. A very pretty village with a traffic free center - making Hawkshead very pleasant to stroll around.

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Serpentine Wood

Serpentine Wood Alphabet Trail Walk - Kendal. A fun family walk with an amusing kids quiz in Kendal Cumbria. Download the Alphabet Trail quiz and walk here.

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Windermere Cumbria

Windermere Cumbria. Lake Windermere is not only the largest Lake in Cumbria but in the whole of England too. Find about Windermere village, with its Cumbrian charm, plus an easy walk with panoramic views and great places to stay and eat.

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Bassenthwaite Lake

Bassenthwaite - Famous for nesting Osprey and cherished by those wanting to enjoy the Cumbrian countryside without the hustle and bustle of the tourist traps.

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Kendal in Cumbria

The market town of Kendal in Cumbria is steeped in history and retains old-world-charm despite being one of the best if not the best places for retail shopping in Cumbria.

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Scout Scar

Scout Scar - An easy walk with rewarding views of Cumbria, Lancashire and Yorkshire.

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Cumberland Sausages

Traditional Cumberland Sausages. Find out where to buy the very best award winning sausages in Cumbria. From local suppliers to use on your next trip to the Lakes to pubs serving the great tradtional cumberland sausage.

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Osprey Watch

Two fantastic Osprey Watch viewpoints, nr. Keswick in Cumbria. Returning to the Lake District after 150 years the Osprey now fish in Bassenthwaite Lake and nest in one of England's last mountian forests.

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Traditional Food Cumbria

Traditional and Organic Food Cumbria. Find the best places to stock up on Organic Food and Traditional Foods when on holiday in Cumbria.

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Daffodil Walk

Daffodil walk in Brigsteer Woods. An easy walk through these pretty woods in southern Cumbria. When the daffodils are in full bloom, experience the wonderful sea of yellow in the woods.

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Go Ape Lake District

Two spectacular Go Ape Lake District courses...see the action on You Tube here.

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Kendal Castle

Kendal Castle this pretty ruin makes the perfect spot for a picnic. With or without kids enjoy exploring the ruins of Kendal Castle and take in the great views of Kendal and surrounding areas.

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Disclaimer

Please take time to read our disclaimer. Only attempt walks that are well within the fitness range of your party. Take the time to make ample preparations for your walk and let someone know where you are going and when you'll be back. Please read more here.

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Glenridding - Lake Ullswater

Glenridding - Lake Ullswater. A corner of Cumbria that has it all. Fabulous walking, lake cruises, not too touristy.... a holiday waiting to happen.

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Horse - Cumbria

Discover old pack-horse routes in Cumbria. From short fell rides to two - five day trail rides.

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Penrith in Cumbria

Penrith in Cumbria's north-eastern quarter, lies just a couple of miles out of the Lake District National Park and therefore makes a wonderful, less touristy base for exploring the Northern Lakes.

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Lake District Cottages to take your breath away

Lake District Cottages to take your breath away. Carefully selected cottages : Choose by area or by category: Dog Friendly; Child Friendly; Ground Floor; Lake Access; Large Groups.

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Lake District Camping Barns

Lake District Camping Barns are a fabulous facility 'stone tent' facility for self-caters who want to get off the beaten tourist track. Mainly located on working farms these converted Cumbria barns are proving to be a popular eco-fiendly self-catering alternative.

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Yurts Lake District

Yurts - Lake District. Experience the magic of a Lake District Yurt Holiday at one of these stunning locations in Cumbria. Read more and see photographs of these eco-friendly Lake District Yurts.

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Pod Camping - Lake District

Try this innovative alternative tent camping. Pod Camping gives you all the freedom of camping without any of the hassle. Read more about this 21century camping.

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Luxury in the Lake District

Practical advice to help you plan your perfect Luxury in the Lake District break. Discover Cumbria is an insiders guide full of top tips and personal recommendations.

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Hotels in Grasmere Cumbria

Reviews of hotels in Grasmere Cumbria. Be enchanted by the beautiful village of Grasmere.

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Youth Hostel Lake District

Youth Hostel - Lake District hostels can be used by everyone. Photographs and details of all Cumbria Youth Hostels. A fantastic opportunity to stay in a remote shepherd bothy or live it up in an old Cumbrian mansion.

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Holiday Tipi - Cumbria

Add a unique charm to camping in the Lake District and rent a holiday tipi. Perfect for getting that 'feel good' factor from living outdoors, without a groan from those who like their creature comforts or reluctant teeangers.

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Cumbria Walks

Cumbria Walks of all lengths and for all levels of fitness. Choose from stunning shorter walks to all day hikes. Find out today's Cumbria weather forecast.

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Cottages Large Groups

Excellent selection of cottages ideal for large groups. These Lakeland properties are perfect for groups looking to accommodate 10 to 46 persons

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Beatrix Potter World

Beatrix Potter world is very well done. This excellent exhibition is sure to win the hearts of Grand-children and Grand-parents alike.

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Hill Top

Hill Top Farm the much loved Beatrix Potter house now owned by the National Trust and home to some of Beatrix Potter's original manusctipts and illustrations.

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Find out About Beatrix Potter

All about Beatrix Potter, her illustrations and watercolours - where to view them. Miss Potter's life as an artist.

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Idyllic Cottages in West Cumbria

Idyllic Cottages in West Cumbria. Holiday in this wonderful, unspoilt, corner of the English Lake District.

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Tearoom Cumbria

Looking for an extra special cafe or tea room? Cumbria has some wonderful little spots just waiting for you to discover. Many of them serving organic and gluten free menus.

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