Top Tips On Planning A Lake District Hotel New Year Break
1.The Lake District is one of the most popular visitor destinations in the UK so ind a quieter corner away from the crowds
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As the Rough Guide to the World explains, thats when the Lakes really begin to pay dividends. Appleby in Westmorland in The Eden Valley is located in striking distance of the Northern lakes, which are often referred to as the hidden gem of Cumbria. Its the perfect base for discovering this stunning landscape and all it has to offer.
2.Choose a luxury hotel to make it a New Year to remember
Theres a huge range of accommodation available but its New Year and a great time to celebrate in style. The Appleby Manor Hotel is a four star country house hotel on the edge of the Lake District with open log fires, luxurious bedrooms, a fine selection of wines and whiskies, an award winning restaurant, indoor leisure club and superb views over Lake District fells. Their three night New Year Break package is well worth a look.
3.Choose a package that includes the best of the regions food
The Lake District larder is rich in local, seasonal and fresh food ranging from fell bred lamb to Westmorland rabbit, the famous sticky toffee pudding to regional specialities such as Cumberland sauce. And with award winning restaurants in many of the hotels its the perfect time to indulge your taste buds. A bed and breakfast package with dinner included can offer great value for money too.
4.Take some time out to relax
The Lake District offers an enticing range of energetic activities; everything from rock climbing to fell walking, horse riding to go-karting is right on the doorstep. But dont forget to take a bit of time out to relax, recover from Christmas and prepare for everything the New Year will bring. Fresh air, open space, peace and quiet, roaring fires and a warm rippling pool to float in are all great ways to wind down at the end of a busy year!
5.Dont forget to pack for the Lake District weather
Whilst your glad rags are a given, dont forget that in this part of the Lake District the landscape offers everything from a short stroll along the river and home in time for lunch to a full day in the high fells soaking up dramatic scenery or following in the footsteps of Alfred Wainwright so youll need some outdoor clothes. All you need to do is remember your boots and warm clothing and a winter jacket then call the weatherline service for local conditions, which will help you plan the best walking route.
6.Plan ahead
Its a quieter time of year so not everything will be open, particularly on New Years Day but there are loads of fantastic websites to help you plan your itinerary. Attractions in the Eden Valley include historic houses such as Dalemain and Hutton-in-the-Forest, High Head Sculpture Valley, independent shops in Penrith and Appleby, Rheghed Visitor Centre, the Settle and Carlisle railway, Eden Ostrich World and much more.
7.Make travelling easy
If you are having horrors about the festive traffic you can always let the train take the strain! The picturesque Settle to Carlisle railway is easy to connect to and passes through much of the Eden Valley it even makes a scenic and relaxing day out, stopping at towns and villages including Appleby. Alternatively the area is easily accessed by the M6 and A66. If you do choose to hit the road make time to stop at one of the Westmorland services, which manage to make a motorway journey worthwhile!
8.Book for next year before you leave
This is perhaps the best tip of all because once youve been youll definitely want to return to this hidden corner of the Lake District and Lake District Hotels, particularly luxury country house hotels, book up very quickly.
by: Scott Devine
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