Top Tips for a Romantic Break in the Lake District

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 easy to see why. The moody landscape guarantees an impressive setting whether glistening in its snow-capped winter finery or reflecting the warm glow of summer sunshine.



Whatever the season, here are our tips on capturing the mood of love and romance the Lake District.



1. Choose a room with a view



For a luxury romantic retreat with discrete but welcoming service and elegant rooms try a 4 star country house.

Look no further than Appleby Manor; one of the best Lake District Hotels situated right on the edge of the area with enviable views over the Cumbrian fells and Eden Valley.

Don’t forget to include those extra touches from carefully selected bouquets to champagne and chocolates in the room on arrival.



2. Romantic rambles

"I wandered lonely as a cloud" William Wordsworth



Did you know Wordsworth was actually walking with his wife when they encountered the host of golden daffodils set to inspire his famous poem?



The area’s spellbinding scenery is the perfect backdrop for those looking for nothing more than each other’s company with some breathtaking views on the side.



Check at the local tourist information centre or why not ask staff at your accommodation for their favourite walk? You’re sure to find a corner of the Lake District you’ll treasure.



3. Hire a tandem

Why not discover the amazing scenery at your own pace and hire a tandem bicycle during your stay? Sure to bring feelings of close companionship and a few giggles, this is a great way to share the romance of the Lake District.



Stop for a picnic, take a photographic diary of your travels, and create Lake District memories of a bicycle made for two that you'll keep forever.



4. Get passionate about pastimes

A whole range of activities to be enjoyed together awaits romantics who also enjoy a bit of adventure and adrenaline. Mountain biking, kayaking, climbing, and cycling all offer thrills, which are sure to get pulses racing.



For those of you who enjoy a quieter pace of life there are enviable cultural options from visits to Pendragon Castle with echoes of Arthurian legend and romance to excellent plays at the Theatre by the Lake. You can even enjoy the most quintessentially elegant of pastimes, afternoon tea for two, a dawn hot air balloon ride, or a lake cruise at sunset.



6. Enjoy a cosy night in

Relax by a log fire with the one you love, settling into fireside armchairs and inviting sofas whilst enjoying a glass of the fine stuff and recounting the day’s adventures. There’s always a nook or cranny to afford you some privacy as you while away the hours in peaceful contentment.



7. Sample the food of love

The Lake District larder is one of the finest in the UK and the menus on offer are irresistible. Book a table for two and take time to sample local delicacies and seasonal specialities or even enjoy a Valentines Break. With a floral place setting, some bubbles on the side and breathtaking views as a backdrop how could you not fall in love all over again?