The Lake District has been identified as one of the best places in the world to visit by travel guide company Lonely Planet.
Described in its new Best in Travel 2010 publication as being "all that”s green, great and grand about the English landscape", the area was praised for its historical significance, the abundance of fell-walking opportunities and the "gastronomic adventure" available to those that book Lake District holidays.
It cited visiting the former homes of William Wordsworth – Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount – as being an essential experience, along with taking a cruise on Coniston Water and tackling Striding Edge, the most famous ridge train in England.
And visitors will also have a variety of events to witness during their stay, Lonely Planet said, including the Dalemain Marmalade Festival, which takes place every February.
Visitors have also been advised to hire a canoe or Kayak and explore Windermere, with the Daily Mail stating recently that this is one of the best ways to explore the lake.
Posted by David Sollberger
