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welcome to the lake district, cumbria...
Welcome to golakes, the official website of Cumbria Tourism, the regional tourist board for Cumbria. Cumbria, the Lake District is a perfect holiday destination to visit at any time of the year. Accommodation in Cumbria caters for all needs, from camping and self catering cottages to bed and breakfast accommodation and Lake District hotels. There's also plenty to do for all the family with events, attractions and outdoor activities all set in stunning scenery. Golakes has some great tools to help you plan your visit. Create a mygolakes account, make a shortlist, compare and put it all in a plan. Save your plan and share your unique itinerary with your friends in a bespoke booklet created for you. It's that easy to organise your perfect stay in Cumbria, the Lake District.
themes & things to do
Food & drink
Whether you visit the unique Lucy4 wine bar & bistro or the hearty Honister Yew Tree you'll find exactly what you want in the Lake District.
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Arts & culture
Discover Tullie House or take in a play at the Rosehill Theatre. There's more to culture in Cumbria than meets the eye.
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Camping & caravanning
Pitch It! A new section on golakes dedicated to camping, touring and holiday lodges in Cumbria.
Jennings routes
Walking routes of 2,3 and 4 days staying in cosy accommodation with Jennings Ale on tap.
Towns and villages
Stay in some of Cumbria's towns and villages. From the city of Carlisle to the villages of Ambleside and Grasmere.
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golakes itineraries & suggested days out
visit the golakes wildzone
cumbria accommodation by area
beatrix potter and the lake district
events & highlights
Lake District Summer Music Festival
Hear some of the world's leading musicians and ensembles performing great repertoire.
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William Morris at Blackwell
Original designs, textiles, books and wallpaper samples illustrate the life and work of the Father of the Arts & Crafts.
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The Lakes Chilli Fest
A must for chilli lovers! A weekend of food, cookery demos, salsa dancing and live music, a Levens Hall special.
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Win a camping pod holiday
We are looking for potential bloggers to film their family on a fantastic camping pod break worth over £1500.
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Wish you were here
Visit our unique exhibition of postcards penned by celebrities especially for Cumbria...
download the goskimming iphone app
britain's favourite view
best in eden summer festival
kenny ball and his jazz men
Ways to book...
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It's never too late to book accommodation in Cumbria. Choose from a range of hotels, b&b's and self catering cottages.
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- TripAdvisor travellers voted Lake District a top destination
