England's Lake District
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Lake District
Cumbria - The Lake District is situated between the South
West Coast of Scotland and Lancashire.The South Central Lakes contains
many picturesque lakes. Windermere offers all manner of lake activities;
as does Coniston Water, with the 'Old Man' (803m) towering above;
Thirlmere provides clear and pure contemplation while Ullswater is popular
for sailing. Nowhere else will you find nature and culture in such close
proximity. Grasmere has Dove Cottage (home of Wordsworth) and Rydal Mount.
Close by is Sawrey where Beatrix Potter's characters sprang to life. At
Grizedale Forest, you'll find a fascinating sculpture trail, whilst
Brantwood, John Ruskin's home, above Coniston Water, offers you an insight
into the life of this influential writer. The towns are equally as
evocative - from historic Kendal in the south of this area, famous for its
mint cake and castle, to Bowness-on-Windermere with pleasure craft that
ply the lake all year round. Keswick-on-Derwentwater is a focal point for
the northern half of the National Park, boasting the mighty Skiddaw (931m)
as a backdrop. The pleasant shores of Derwentwater, 'Queen of the English
Lakes', are walkable from town. While the Borrowdale Valley, so enticing
to serious walkers and climbers, leads to Lodore Falls and the Honiter
Pass.
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