ACCOMODATION, FOOD & DRINK

We're very lucky to live on the fringes of the Lake District. There are numerous places to stay and to eat if you want to visit this area, and a few of the best ones have invited us to design their websites.

A friendly bed & breakfast located near Hesket Newmarket amongst the largely undiscovered Northern Fells of the Lake District, Howbeck Lodge is a working farm and an ideal stopping place for anyone on the coast-to-coast walk.

Fine food and local real ales in a welcoming atmosphere where they're passionate about excellent cooking.

Set in the spectacular scenery of Wasdale in the Lake District, in the shadow of Scafell, England's highest mountain, this delightful traditional 2-bedroom farm cottage is availabe for short breaks or longer holidays.

Away from the busy tourist routes, but still central enough to explore both south into the Lake District and north to the unspoiled Solway Coast, The Beeches Caravan Park at Gilcrux, near Cockermouth, is highly recommended, both for the warmth of the welcome and for their good environmental credentials. Another place to spot red squirrels!