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Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

Windermere is the perfect lakeside destination all year round. With the water’s shores so close, the scenery is always fantastic and the leisure activities plentiful. The village of Windermere itself has plenty of shops and nice restaurants to enjoy where you can eat outside and enjoy the fantastic scenery. Several local viewpoints offer visitors panoramic views of both the lake and the more distant Pennines.

Ascend to the top of the island pagoda for excellent views of a park full of attractions and nature paths.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

The former gardens of Kensington Palace, where Queen Victoria was born, continue to provide a picturesque area of trees and lakes in the center of the city.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.

The former gardens of Kensington Palace, where Queen Victoria was born, continue to provide a picturesque area of trees and lakes in the center of the city.

Gaze up at the iconic limestone cliffs rising from the North Sea in this lively town with a history of explorers.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

With its white-washed cottages and white-sand beaches, this seaside village is as pretty as a painting and a magnet for artists and artistic happenings.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.

Enjoy a range of cultural events on show by the River Thames at one of the largest centers of art in the world.

Explore the rugged coastline and beach of this quirky coastal village where smugglers hid contraband using a network of tunnels.

Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

Witness the work of a celebrated sculptor in her St. Ives home, where she experimented with new materials and made works that were inspired by the Cornish landscape.

Observe the waterfalls and wildlife as you follow the scenic stream that meanders through the forested area of this large heritage park.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

The former gardens of Kensington Palace, where Queen Victoria was born, continue to provide a picturesque area of trees and lakes in the center of the city.

Find out about the public beatings and squalid conditions that were once a feature of this historic square as you relax and people-watch from a café.

Follow in the footsteps of the Roman soldiers, Norman warriors and Georgian civilians who traversed these walls over the centuries.