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cumbria, the lake district...
Welcome to golakes, the official website of Cumbria Tourism. Cumbria, the Lake District is a perfect holiday destination to visit this summer. 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
Outdoor adventure
This is the country's biggest adventure playground and it's breathtaking, in every sense of the word.
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.
golakes itineraries & suggested days out
something different - workshops, courses & classes
lake district attractions
beatrix potter and the lake district
cumbrian highlights
Medieval Muncaster
Celebrating 800 years of history at Muncaster Castle. Re-enactments and demonstrations of life in Medieval times. Festivities all weekend.
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Vintage steam train journeys
Take a scenic steam hauled journey over the spectacular Carlisle to Settle railway.
Lakeland Book of the year
Vote for your favourite book or poem from our judges 'Best Cumbrian Book' shortlist
coniston water festival - july 3rd & 4th
skelton show - july 4th
explore the lake district on foot
britain's favourite view
Ways to book...
Late availability...
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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