18th May 2011
The Lake District really is nature’s playground and offers great value and flexibility to families. From water sports to walking, visitor attractions to street theatre, shops to festivals, there is a packed itinerary on offer!
Here are our top tips on ...
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18th May 2011
The Lake District has an enviable reputation for food, particularly locally produced, fresh ingredients. In this article we talk to Head Chef Chris at Lake District Hotel, The Appleby Manor, and get his advice on bringing the best of these local ingredien...
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30th March 2011
The Lake District is without doubt one of the loveliest settings for a wedding – amazing views, a history of romance, sumptuous food, and an ideal location for a follow on honeymoon. Here’s our guide to the perfect Lake District Wedding:
Inside or Out?...
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23rd February 2011
There’s no doubt that the Lake District has moved generations of romantics. Once the inspiration of the famous Lakes Poets, Wordsworth and Coleridge, the Lake District continues to top surveys searching for the UK’s most romantic destination.
And it’s...
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23rd February 2011
The Lake District is most well known for mountains, lakes, and associated activities such as hiking, cycling and sailing; what many people don’t know is that there’s also a unique range of golf courses awaiting every level of golfer. Take a look and see w...
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23rd February 2011
The Lake District has a rich culture and history stretching back over 5,000 years to early human settlement and is the perfect destination for history lovers seeking a short break.
The Eden Valley nestles between the high peaks of the Lake District to t...
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23rd February 2011
If ever there was a natural food larder worth raiding it’s that belonging to Cumbria and the Lake District. With an enviable choice of local producers, farmers and growers and an accompanying range of food activities and events to get your taste buds ting...
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20th December 2010
The period between Christmas and New Year is known in the hotel trade as Twixmas; that short period of downtime between the two major celebrations.
It’s the perfect time to hit the UK holiday hot spots as there are great deals for short breaks, dinner in...
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20th December 2010
1.The Lake District is one of the most popular visitor destinations in the UK so find a quieter corner away from the crowds.
As the Rough Guide to the World explains, “that’s when the Lakes really begin to pay dividends." Appleby in Westmorland in The E...
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10th September 2008
Cumbria Tourism Awards
Winners of this years Cumbria Tourism awards - the Oscars of the industry - were announced at a gala dinner held at the Castle Green Hotel in Kendal on May 13th.
The 08 awards attracted a record number of entries, Ian Stephe...
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15th May 2008
Appleby Manor Achieves AA 4 star status.
On a recent visit by the AA the hotel was awarded 4 stars by the inspector due in no small part to the excellent service standards and our friendly team. The upgrade to 4 stars has been planned for some time and w...
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15th May 2008
Cumbria - The Peoples Choice
Cumbria and the Lake District have enjoyed a high profile in recent months with many programmes about the area broadcast on various television channels.
Cumbria came out no.1 for two of the UK's national awards; firstly the...
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