Visiting The Lake District This Summer
If you want to visit the Lake District at its busiest, buzziest, and in full bloomiest, then come in summer.
Are You Visiting The Lakes This Summer?
The more popular towns and villages are alive with visitors during the Summer months, but it’s also easy to escape the crowds for a bit by venturing out to the remoter, less-visited fells and lakes to take in some of the most astonishing, jaw-dropping scenery in the country.
Or to get ‘lost’ exploring the sights, sounds, and smells in a Lakeland forest.
Do it all or do nothing – it’s your holiday.
There’s far too much going on to include everything, but we’ve pulled together a few ideas to help you make the most of your summer stay in the Lake District. Let the adventures begin…
Longer days and warmer evenings, here we come!
Summer is the time to make the most of the longer days and warmer evenings and take in beer, food, and music festivals, and Cumbria’s county shows.
Explore historic houses and see dazzling floral displays in their vibrant gardens. Soak up some history and culture in a fascinating museum.
Bag a few Wainwrights – there are 214 to go at. Hit the warmer waters, go wild swimming or stand-up paddle boarding. Or take it easier with a cruise on a lake in a traditional steamer. Maybe even leave the car behind for a day and enjoy an open-top bus ride through the spectacular landscape?
Lake District Summer Events
Where can I stay for my summer break in the Lake District?
Majestic mountains, ancient woodlands, inviting lakes, quaint villages, fascinating history, stone circles, the Lake District has it all and, with our wide selection of Lake District Cottages, whether there’s two of you or ten of you, we have cottages that make the perfect base for whatever you want to do and wherever you want to go.
So, if you’re looking for adventure, a romantic getaway, family fun, or peace, quiet and solitude, get in touch and we’ll help you find the right base for your stay.
Discover more of the Lake District
With weekly articles highlighting the very best of the Lake District, there’s always something to get you inspired for your next trip!
If you’d like to be the first to hear of our guides, all our new property listings, events around the lakes, and our last-minute deals…
More things to do in the Lake District
Ambleside dog walks
From woodland wanders to lakeside ambles and hilly hikes, there are plenty of walks to do with your furry friend from Ambleside.
Coniston boat trips and boat hire
Glide across the shimmering waters, surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery, captivated by the beauty and tranquilly of this idyllic lake
Keswick boat trips and boat hire
You can’t beat the peace and tranquillity of being out on the water, and there are few places better to do it than on Derwentwater
Our top 4 Staveley walks – from meanders to mountains
Staveley is a charming village surrounded by some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in England, a perfect spot for walking!
Visiting the Lake District in August
The Lake District will be busy in August, so, if you love a bit of a buzz to your country escape, join the millions of visitors in the know…
Visiting the Lake District in July
Come when the weather is warmer, the daylight hours are long, and the rain is not so frequent – just don’t expect to have it all to yourself.
