High Cup Nick Circular Walk From Dufton
High Cup Nick is a famous and dramatic geological formation in the Pennines of the Eden Valley, Cumbria. A classic, virtually perfect deep U-shaped chasm that cuts into the Whin Sill at High Cup Gill….
Victorian House Hotel – An Eclectic Experience in Grasmere
One of the most wonderful aspects of travel is the opportunity to experience the variety of people and places we encounter along our journeys. For me, that absolutely includes the accommodations we stay in. Rustic,…
Brimstone Hotel & Spa In The Lake District – Treat Yourself
The Brimstone Luxury Hotel and Spa is nestled in the Langdale Valley of the Lake District. I have often passed it on my way to the glorious walks in the area and had heard many…
Climb Helm Crag From Lancrigg, Grasmere
Helm Crag in the Lake District, Cumbria, is one of the most prominent and recognisable peaks yet is actually quite small in stature when compared to other summits in the Central Fells. If you have…
The Yan at Broadrayne – A Delightful Stay in the Fells Above Grasmere
Anyone who knows me knows how much I adore the Lake District. I fell in love with Grasmere after my first trip to the village on a whirlwind day trip that included a hike up…
Storrs Hall: A Historic Gem on the Shore of Lake Windermere
Pulling into the car park for Storrs Hall on the beautiful shores of Lake Windermere I knew I was in for something special. I hadn’t quite expected what I found in the building or on…
The Old Man Of Coniston – A Walk For All Seasons
The Old Man of Coniston, standing at 803 metres (2,635 feet), is a mountain that has given me so many wonderful memories over the years. Firstly it is where it all began for me. My…
A Dining Experience At Botanica, Kirkby Lonsdale
Botanica, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, is an absolute delight of a dining experience. The food is amazing, the staff are fantastic and the ambience and decor is lovely. Whenever I take a trip by or through…
Pepperpot, Arnside Tower And Woodland – A Silverdale Walk
A glorious walk near the village of Silverdale. Through Eaves Wood, up to the Pepperpot, beside Arnside Tower, and even further afield. This is a walk that straddles 2 counties: Lancashire and Cumbria. Plus, there’s…
Moss Eccles Tarn, A Walk From Near Sawrey
Moss Eccles Tarn, in the Lake District, is one of those special hidden gems. No matter the season it is a beautiful place to be. Up and away from the roads it sits on the…
A Walk From Near Sawrey Along The Shore Of Windermere
This circular 5 and a half mile walk from Near Sawrey, along the lanes and then along the shore of Windermere, was a delight. Even better was the fact I didn’t need to worry at…
A Stay At Ees Wyke Country House, Near Sawrey
A trip to the Lake District was in order and I headed to the pretty village of Near Sawrey to spend a night at the gorgeous Ees Wyke Country House along with taking in a…