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About the county of Cumbria

Cumbria, Englands second largest County can be found in the North-Western part of England. One of its many outstanding attractions is the ever popular and positively breathtaking 'Lake District' the land of crystal clear blue lakes, endless picturesque mountains, including Englands highest mountain, 'Scafell Pike' an impressive 978 metres high. For a truly exhilarating experience why not explore the Lake District from one of the warm and welcoming Hotels situated within the secluded lush green valleys.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Cumbria

Maulds Meaburn (1 Pictures)

in the county of Cumbria

Hunter Davies (famous author, journalist and broadcaster) described the village as "... one of the most beautiful villages in the country"...

Silecroft (3 Pictures)

in the county of Cumbria

This little village is set along the glorious Whicham Beck against a back-drop of dramatic scenery encompassing fells and the Black Combe...

Silloth (13 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Cumbria

Silloth lies at one of the widest points along the estuary, it was established as a harbour for coastal shipping during the 19th-century...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Cumbria

Aira Force (24 Pictures)

Beautiful lake winding through a glaciated valley, and an impressive waterfall which is a Victorian beauty spot...

Arnside Tower (4 Pictures)

The oldest building in the parish of Arnside. Arnside Tower is a ruin of a Pele tower which were fortified structures quite.....

Brothers Water (10 Pictures)

Dorothy Wordsworth (c.1771-1855, diarist, poet, sister of William ) referred to it as "..the glittering lively lake..". The.....

Sizergh Castle (28 Pictures)

This ancient fortress has been the home of the Strickland family for more than 750 years. It began as a 60ft, four storey tower.....

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