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Best October half-term holiday destinations in the UK for a 2023 staycation

Where to go to keep the kids entertained this autumn

The Independent UK

A car-free jaunt to the Lake District to hike a stretch of the coast-to-coast trail

Great public transport in the Lakes means easy access to the famous trail – and handy alternatives to walking when the rain comes down

The Guardian - UK

Alone review: Wilderness reality show is about as suspenseful as a Duke of Edinburgh assignment in the Lake District

The odd comical interlude makes this reality show survivable

The Independent UK

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9 best adventure holidays in the UK that adrenaline seekers will love

From tackling the Three Peaks to scuba diving seal safaris, here are our top picks for a thrilling staycation

The Independent UK

Sanderson’s Isle by James Clarke review – a total trip

A fugitive seeks refuge in a 1960s commune in the Lake District, in an energetic novel that captures an era

The Guardian - UK

How to enjoy an outdoor adventure – in the Lake District and beyond

With festivals, clubs and courses galore it’s a great time to try your hand at an open-air activity or sport – from rock climbing to canoeing or birdwatching

The Guardian - UK

The best holidays to book for September, from Italian villas to UK lakeside stays

Whether an Indian Ocean holiday in Mauritius or an escape to the Lake District takes your fancy, here’s some inspiration for after the school summer break

The Independent UK

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Young country diary: Crunchy gooseberries and a peaceful pond – I love our school garden!

Lancashire: It’s nice and cool being in our outdoor classroom, and the views of the Lake District are like a painting

The Guardian - UK

Glasgow man who won £2.5m mansion in raffle puts it up for sale at higher price

Grant Carson won the Lake District property in January, as well as scooping £100,000 in cash, but has now decided to sell the farmhouse for £2.75 million.

Daily Record

Glasgow man selling 'life-changing' £2.5million mansion months after winning Omaze draw

The spectacular five-bedroom farmhouse in the heart of the Lake District is on the market months after widower Grant Carson was handed the key after winning the Omaze million pound house draw.

Glasgow Live

The magnificent Lake District road trip named one of the best in the UK

This route takes in scenic villages, majestic mountains and beautiful valleys

Manchester Evening News

Atomic Kitten's Liz McClarnon announces she's MARRIED after top-secret ceremony

Atomic Kitten singer Liz McClarnon has tied the knot in a top secret wedding ceremony at the five-star Broadoaks Country House Hotel in the Lake District

Daily Mirror

Best budget-friendly hotels in the Lake District for an affordable trip

You don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy the outstanding beauty of the region and national park – here’s where to stay

The Independent UK

Robert Gambles obituary

Other lives: History teacher who had a second career as an author, often writing about the Lake District, on which he became a recognised authority

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Warning issued to dog walkers heading to the Lake District

Toxic algal blooms have been reported at lakes and ponds this summer

The Week

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House review: a rather lovely stay in the Lake District

One suspects, for the majority of the population – well, certainly those with their own transport – the appeal of England’s Lake District is undeniable.

Daily Mirror

River 're-wiggled' by National Trust to reduce flood risk after Storm Desmond devastation

Goldrill Beck in the Lake District had been heavily modified over many centuries through straightening and the building of embankments – but now it's been dug out

Manchester Evening News

The £2 Lake District bus journey that could be the ‘most scenic route’ in the UK

The government's £2 bus fare scheme has been extended so there's no better time to hop on a bus

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Manchester Evening News

The glorious little piece of Greater Manchester on the shores of Coniston Water

Low Bank Ground is close to the heart of many nostalgic Wiganers

Wales Online

'My son got a mystery illness when we went camping and started vomiting at 4am'

Dave Garratt took his son Will to the Lake District

Chronicle Live

Northumberland told to follow tourism example set by the Lake District

The leader of the council said tourists should visit all parts of the county rather than just the coast

The Independent UK

Best walks in the Lake District: Beautiful lakeside hiking routes and where to stay

Here are some of the best walks and hiking routes in one of the UK’s most popular holiday and hiking destinations, the Lake District, for 2025

Daily Mirror

Sewage in Windermere is killing 'crown jewel of the Lake District', says campaigner

Steve Coogan, Joe Lycett, Lee Mack and Paul Whitehouse have allied with Save Windermere to protect the World Heritage Site. Founder and Cumbrian zoologist Matt Staniek says the lake is under threat

Daily Mirror

You can now explore the Lake District's most beautiful places for just £2

A single £2 bus far will take you across the Lake District through Kendal, Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere, taking in some of the most scenic spots on the way

The Independent UK

Best dog-friendly hotels in the Lake District 2023: Spa breaks, romantic retreats and fantastic scenery

Planning to walk the fells in Wainwright’s footsteps? These are the perfect dog-friendly places to stay

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