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 06/01/2006 03:39:13 PM · #1
Does somebody here know the Lake District?
I'm leaving for Lake District next week, but I have no idea what to see. I don't even know where to stay. Right now I'm looking at Gosforth or Barrow in Furness. I will rent a car, so I will be quite mobile, but I have to be back at my room every evening (unless single night rooms are easy to find).
Anybody?
06/01/2006 03:52:53 PM · #2
Both of those locations are very much on the edge of the lakes, meaning long journeys to get to the better areas.
Keswick or somewhere nearby would be my recommendation.
 06/01/2006 03:54:33 PM · #3
Thats novel, its normally us mortals that want to travel to Iceland for better images Jón.

I've only spent a night in the Lakes (youth hostelling) but I know a guy that was walked many of the fells in the Lakes. He is camping in Wales right now but if you get no help I could probably put you in touch with him when he returns?
 06/01/2006 04:04:00 PM · #4
Just drive about - you really can't go wrong in the Lakes. Especially in the late evenings (it'll be dark around 10-ish by then).

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 06/01/2006 04:17:48 PM · #5
As Paul says Gosforth is quite near the coast and some 40 or 50 miles away from the more scenic spots, although only a stones throw away from what I concider is the most dramatic of the lakes..Wastwater, lying in the shadows of Scafell and Great Gable it is the deepest and most breathtaking of all the lakes, in my opinion.
Keswick is the obvious choice to see all the great sites within driving distance, although I always stay in Windermere.
I once purchased 3 pamphlets titled " Classic Drives" published by lakeland leisure drives, readily available for a couple of quid from any tourist shop, they come with maps and suggested routes over a few hours.I found them invaluable in finding some wonderful vistas.
Example


If you do stay in Gosforth you must do the Hardnott and Wrynose passes, they are very hairy but the scenery is fantastic.I know, I did them last week and have loads of pics to process yet.
Hope this helps a little,
Paul.
06/01/2006 04:26:53 PM · #6
peecee, is that Derwent Water from Suprise Point? I stayed just below there but it was pouring down as we passed 'the bridge'.
06/01/2006 04:30:57 PM · #7
Originally posted by Ecce Signum:
peecee, is that Derwent Water from Suprise Point? I stayed just below there but it was pouring down as we passed 'the bridge'.

Yes, I neglected to put it in the description but it is there on the print one. Beautiful view, I have tried to reshoot many times but the weather that day was perfect, I have a few taken this year with my wide angle but not sure if they are anywhere near the original.
I suggest an early view is best, less people about LOL.
 06/01/2006 04:35:16 PM · #8
Well, I searched a while and found this



Shortly after the rain came so we packed up and headed for Scotland
 06/01/2006 04:42:21 PM · #9
Originally posted by Ecce Signum:
Well, I searched a while and found this



Shortly after the rain came so we packed up and headed for Scotland


Beautiful shot, love the light.
 06/01/2006 04:47:41 PM · #10
Cheers peecee :) and (keeping the patting on the back theme running) Yours is a stonker and I see your not as afraid of heights as me lol.

I have heard that Ashness bridge is one of the most photographed bridges in the Lakes? its a good reason to return someday.
 06/01/2006 04:54:10 PM · #11
It is heh heh
Ashness bridge
(not my best)

Trouble is, I have never been yet and found it void of people, but in fairness I always have my disabled father with me and he won't get up at 6.00 am :)
 06/01/2006 04:54:17 PM · #12
one place i'd love to visit...thanks to jon, though, for taking me there until i myself have the pleasure...

06/01/2006 05:11:00 PM · #13
Should I take a train or drive? I will be arriving 19:45, so I know I need a room for the night, I guess I can find a hotel near the airport. How long does take to get to the Lakes with train? I have too many questions.
 06/01/2006 05:15:49 PM · #14
i love it there!!

i went every year for my summer holidays when i was a kid, lots of hill walking, if your into that you must go up Skidaw and Helvelen (spelling??)

here is a link to a site with lots of info on the area. Please send me some photos or a link to some when you get back it has been ages since i went, Have a great time!
 06/01/2006 05:17:03 PM · #15
If you take a train then you will be rooted in one place. Public transport in the lakes is not brilliant. If you have the choice drive.


06/01/2006 05:18:23 PM · #16
Originally posted by jonr:
Should I take a train or drive? I will be arriving 19:45, so I know I need a room for the night, I guess I can find a hotel near the airport. How long does take to get to the Lakes with train? I have too many questions.

I would drive, but it depends which airport, if it is one of the southern airports it is 250 miles, Manchester is about an hour or so from the south lake towns. I don't know of train schedules, you could stay in youth hostels throughout, I believe you can book on the web, there are lots of B&B about so you should have no problems.
 06/01/2006 05:33:15 PM · #17
Originally posted by Falc:
If you take a train then you will be rooted in one place. Public transport in the lakes is not brilliant. If you have the choice drive.

Well, I expect to rent a car once we get there. And I have to get there from Stansted somehow.
06/01/2006 05:52:48 PM · #18
Heres the rail timetable - one hell of a journey. Driving from stanstead will be half the duration.

Station Timetable Train Company Travel By
STANSTED AIRPORT dep 23:59
LONDON LIVERPOOL STREET arr 00:48
LONDON LIVERPOOL STREET dep 00:48 Tube*
LONDON EUSTON arr 06:46
LONDON EUSTON dep 06:46
PENRITH arr 10:12
PENRITH dep 10:30 Bus
KESWICK (BUS STATION) arr 11:05
Duration: 11:06

You can check for yourself at this url //www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Message edited by author 2006-06-01 17:53:42.
 06/01/2006 06:06:51 PM · #19
It is a decent drive - 4 or 5 hours on Britain's beautiful motorways, though you manage it a bit faster if you set off from Stansted at 8pm as you would miss the worst of the traffic - I guess that you would arrive around midnight. Probably also cheaper than the train (especially if more than one of you is travelling together and if you plan to hire a car anyway). You definitely need a car when you get there.

I second the pack of three driving tours as being good at giving you different aspects of the area, but only if combined with a few walking tours.

Book in advance, especially if you are arriving late. We stayed at the Gilpin lodge, which was expensive, but probably the best hotel I have ever stayed in. I think that it has just earned a Michelin star. However, the views are what you travel for, and it is a beautiful part of the world wherever you end up staying.

Have a great time!
 06/05/2006 03:39:13 PM · #20
Book a hire car on line if you can, from one of the firms at Stansted. I remember Ryan Air being delayed by a couple of hours once, so I arrive at about 2 in the morning. As the car was booked, then the poor people at the rental desk had to stay up and smile at me.

There are a lot of beautiful places in England, but most of them are not too close to railways or cities. Depending on your time of arrival and confidence with the language etc. I'd recommend booking a car to pick up from the airport, then driving Northwards and getting off the main roads (get a map). Stop anywhere you like and ask around for a bed & breakfast. I've only done it once (and we were heading West), but it worked perfectly.

Don't forget to show us the pics :)
 06/05/2006 04:50:17 PM · #21
For God's sakes don't go to Barrow in Furness. It's hideous.
 06/05/2006 05:00:20 PM · #22
Originally posted by BobsterLobster:
For God's sakes don't go to Barrow in Furness. It's hideous.


Never been there Bob, glad you told us.

Rough edit of one I took at Wasdale recently, beautiful place..

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