Britons booking holiday cottages in the Lake District will find that it is a “very special” part of the country.
That is the suggestion of natural environment minister Huw Irranca-Davies, who highlighted the attractiveness of the area to the Westmorland Gazette.
The government representative paid a visit as part of National Parks Week, meeting with Lark District National Park Authority volunteers.
He spoke of his interest in the landscape as well as the attractions, adding: “It is important that we continue to protect it and develop it in a way that residents and tourists can enjoy what it has to offer.”
Those planning holidays in the Lake District may soon be able to spot future Olympians, as Mr Irranca-Davies also backed plans to use the area for training purposes.
Meanwhile, Lake District Summer Music – which features an international classical music festival and a summer school – begins later this week.
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