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A Visit To England’s Lake District

The Lake District in Cumbria in the north west of England is one of the most popular of the fifteen United Kingdom National Parks. It is the largest and most visited and attracts all kinds of visitors from all kinds of places.

It’s not difficult to see why the Lake District attracts so many visitors each year. Huge stretches of water span the National Park making up the famous lakes, with the best known being Lake Windermere. There is an abundance of local wildlife and the lakes also support the local inhabitants. The lakes are a source of various water based activities such as canoeing, kayaking, boating and sailing. Coniston Water is home to The Royal Yachting Association Training Centre which offers various sailing courses to qualify for internationally recognized RYA certificates.

The Lake District is proud to have the most outdoor activity centers in the United Kingdom. These centers welcome visitors of all ages and backgrounds for weekends, school trips or longer holidays. They offer courses on horse riding, caving, abseiling, climbing and more. Accommodation is normally provided in the form of dormitories with communal areas for eating and relaxing. Access to the fells is completely unrestricted and there is a long tradition of public rights of way. Visitors can take part in a course or explore the beauty of the area independently. Whatever they choose, there is never a lack of pursuits to enjoy and stunning scenery to take in.

The landscape of the Lake District is diverse. There are ancient woodlands which provide a home for animals and plants and add texture and richness to the area. Evidence abounds of colliding continents and deep oceans thanks to the deepest lakes and highest peaks in England. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of life from as far back as the Ice Age. More modern habitation is reflected in the materials used to build local houses and bridges.

The accommodation, outdoor pursuits and attractions all come together to make the Lake District a destination for everyone. Specialist shops are everywhere selling local arts, crafts and produce. Green fingered guests love the nurseries and garden centers and walking and outdoor equipment is sold everywhere. The food shops sell local specialties including the famous Kendall Mint Cake and there are galleries and exhibitions for all tastes. With all this on offer, it’s easy to see why the Lake District is so popular.

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