A Luxury Vacation In The Lake District

Brathay, Rothay,Trout Beck and Cunsey Beck are the major rivers that flow into Lake Windermere. The lake is biggest natural water body in England. Ferries have serviced the lake for many centuries. Diesel engines power the ferries in the new millennia. The lake is shaped like a finger with a length of around 18 kilometres and a width of 1.5 kilometres. The geography of the area is among the most scenic in England.

Lakes and mountainous backdrops create a panorama that attracts tourists in big numbers. Boutique Hotels Windermere  provide an environment that creates a seamless extension of the surrounding locales. With landscaping that is designed to fit in with the natural exterior and exquisitely fitted interiors, people who visit the lake district have an unmatchable experience. The water bodies are used for many activities that are able to provide an immersion into the natural grandeur. Visitors can refresh their minds and head back with energy to the cities. Those preferring to experience some adventure can head out into the wilderness for a camping trip. Going into the unknown for a wild camping outing is possible in the area. The criteria are that the trip has to be for a night and in small groups. Leaving the site without a trace of a visit is also one of the responsibilities of a camp in the wild. Stone barns that can house walkers and cyclists are available at 14 locations within the lake district.

As the weather is prone to make sudden swings, travellers to the area are advised to have water-proof clothing and baggage. Forecasting is not reliable as the weather does not conform to a seasonal and annual pattern. While Windermere is the largest, there are close to 20 lakes in the district.Bassenthwaite Lake is 4 miles long but lags in depth which is about 70 feet. Coniston water is the third largest lake in the district at 5 miles of length and has a boating centre where boats can be taken on rent. Derwentwater is around 3 miles long. Derwentwater is situated near the Borrowdale valley which comprises of four villages, from where walkers begin their ascent into the fells.

Towns around Windermere lake are Ambleside and Windermere. The hills round the district have four peaks that are nearly 1000 metres high. The southern fells has the tallest elevation in England, Scafell Pike which stands at 978 metres. Children have many places that are suitable for a walkabout in the woods. In March 2014, the lake district will be hosting a marmalade festival. At the end of March, the Kendal food festival is scheduled to be held. The festival features demonstrations and tasting tours. Travellers can plan for the numerous events that take place through the year in the district to have a wholesome trip. The area can be reached both by road and rail with extensive networks that provide access to any point in the area.