The Rough Guide to the Lake District (Travel Guide with Free eBook)

by Rough Guides

Overview

This Lake District guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Lake District travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. 

This Lake District guidebook covers: Windermere, Grasmere and the central fells, Coniston Water, Hawkshead and the south, Keswick, Derwent Water and the north, the western fells and valleys, Ullswater, out of the National Park.

Inside this Lake District travel book, you’ll find: 

• A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks
• Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip
• Practical information – how to get to the Lake District, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more
• Author picks and things not to miss in the Lake District – Scafell Pike, Derwent Water, Eskdale, Ennerdale Water, hiking, bird watching, wildlife, boating, kayaking, biking, museums, history, wild swimming 
• Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots
• When to go to the Lake District – high season, low season, climate information and festivals 
• Where to go – a clear introduction to the Lake District with key places and a handy overview 
• Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs
• Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels
• Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges
• Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife
• Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity
• Free download of the eBook – available after purchase of the printed guidebook to the Lake District 
• Fully updated post-COVID-19

The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in the Lake District, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781839058684
Publisher:	Apa Publications
Publication date:	06/04/2024
Series:	Rough Guides Main Series
Edition description:	9th ed.
Pages:	280
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about—having either traveled extensively or lived there—and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.

Table of Contents

Introduction To 4

The Lake District 4

Where to go 8

When to go 9

Author picks 11

Things not to miss 12

Itineraries 18

Basics 20

Getting there 21

Getting around 22

Accommodation 26

Food and drink 29

Festivals, shows and events 32

Children and families 35

Walking, climbing and the mountains 37

Boating, watersports and swimming 39

Organized holidays, courses and activities 40

Travel essentials 42

The Guide 46

1 Windermere 47

2 Grasmere and the central fells 84

3 Coniston Water, Hawkshead and the south 110

4 Keswick, Derwent Water and the north 138

5 The western fells and valleys 174

6 Ullswater 200

7 Out of the National Park 220

Contexts 256

History 257

Books 267

Habitats of the Lake District 272

Climbing in the Lake District 277

William Wordsworth: a life 281

Small Print and Index 285

Editorial Reviews

10/11/2024

Thorough and thoughtful, this series showcases the particular regions of a country. It informs readers about what they'll see, when to go, key attractions, and more. Travelers will especially appreciate the series' "15 Things Not To Miss" sections. The books also include full-page, full-color photographs, maps, itineraries for a weekend or several days, tips for sustainable travel and minimizing one's footprint, details about lesser-known spots to visit, information about annual festivals, and historical and cultural aspects. One surprising section has information about what the typical media coverage entails. Another great series feature is the attention to top picks for things to do and see and places to stay and eat. There are also basic tips, such as entry requirements for each country and essential language phrases. The series presents advice for solo travelers, people with disabilities, those with children, and more. VERDICT A comprehensive series with plenty of insider recommendations about cities and extended regions. Travelers will benefit from making these key reads.

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