Do you want to explore the Lake District but have no car? Do not fret! There are many other ways to travel through this beautiful place. Whether you use a bike, boat, bus, or even go on foot, nothing should stop you from this grand adventure. Here are some ways for you to explore the Lake District:
A Wonderful Day
Looking for a place to spend the day without moving around too often? Brockhole on Windermere is the perfect place for you, and it isn’t hard to get there either. Use a boat provided by Windermere Lake Cruises and bring a bike along with you. There are many things for you to experience at Brockhole. You can visit marvellous gardens, exciting playgrounds, fun mini-golf courses, relaxing cafes, and many more.
An Astonishing Adventure
Planning to visit Beatrix Potter’s House or to Hawkshead instead? There boats and buses along the way that will bring you to your destination. Bring your family along, and you will enjoy the journey as well as the destination!
A Relaxing Experience
Get to Coniston with a ride on bus service 505. You will be greeted with beautiful walks, cafes, museums, and many more! After visiting these places, take a stroll towards the Boating Centre. You cannot miss it, as there are signs to guide you along the way. When you’re there, you can hire a steamboat and marvel at the stunning machine and scenery. If you want a more relaxing activity, chill in the Bluebird cafe. From here on out, you can explore the Torver Trail Traffic with your family, on bikes or foot.
An Exciting Bus Ride
Have you ever heard of the Honister Rambler? This bus runs around Keswick over Whinlatter Pass by Crummock Water and Buttermere’s shores then back to Honister Pass, passing by Derwentwater to Keswick. As you can tell by all these locations, this bus ride is one of the most exciting bus rides in the entire country. Here, you can also choose from several trails to follow. For an unforgettable experience, take a walk around Buttermere and reward yourself and your party with some ice cream.
A Marvelous Train Ride
A ride on the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway can put a smile on anyone’s face. With its open couch and a steam engine working upfront, it is an exciting experience you won’t forget. At Eskdale, you are given a myriad of trails to take either by foot or bike! Bring your family on the train ride, take a walk and enjoy the beautiful nature, and end it with a picnic. Doesn’t that sound like a perfect day? The best way is a train ride on the Cumbrian Coast Line. The stations are side by side, and you can even save yourself some cash by purchasing a combined ticket.
A Beautiful Trail
The Grasmere trail is through the calming shores of Rydal Water and Grasmere, which links Ambleside and Grasmere together. If you’re looking for a more adventurous hike, this is the trail for you. Being an off-road track, you can enjoy this journey through the woodlands. Treat yourself with a tasty slice of Grasmere Gingerbread when you finally reach Grasmere.
These are just a few of the many activities you can do at the beautiful Lake District. Head there alone, or even with friends and family, and enjoy your time!
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