The Lake District

	No visit to the UK would be complete without experiencing the remarkable natural beauty of the Lake District which has inspired artists and writers for centuries. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy climbing, hiking, cycling, fishing, horse riding and boating; you may prefer just to relax and appreciate some of the finest scenery in England. You may even wish to indulge yourself in a quintessentially British gastronomic experience by taking afternoon tea at the charming Sharrow Bay hotel with its wonderful outlook over Ullswater.
			Internationally famous attractions include Dove Cottage, the former home of the Romantic poet William Wordsworth at Grasmere, and The World of Beatrix Potter at Bowness on Windermere. Windermere is England's largest lake and on its southern shores you will find the Aquarium of the Lakes where you can learn about the fascinating creatures which inhabit the region's rivers, lakes and sea coasts. And if the natural attractions of the Lake District aren't sufficient, museums dedicated to such diverse subjects as steamboats, railways, classic motor cars, paper making and pencils will ensure that you will never forget your visit to this unique corner of England.