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Literary Lake District Road Trip
Get an award-winning, self-drive road trip travel guide and map to uncover local hidden gems around the Peak District
Discount code: AUTUMN10
eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card
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Free cancellation
Cancel up anytime if the road trip guide is not activated.
Self-paced
Explore freely and independently with a self-guided experience.
Highlights
- Make the most of your journey with this guide around the Lake District accessible on two devices (mobile, tablet or desktop) for 12 months.
- Tailor your journey with well-planned and flexible routes, and suggested stops with embedded links for the most up-to-date information, saving you hours of searching.
- Add or take away to suit and make your bespoke road trip to suit your time frame, from three days to two weeks.
- Discover Lake District’s breathtaking beauty and immerse yourself in this renowned national park’s enchanting landscapes and literary heritage.
- Follow in the footsteps of literary giants like Beatrix Potter, William Wordsworth, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, exploring the world that inspired their timeless works.
- Get set to explore with two additional maps: ‘Overnight Stays’ with campsites, hotels and pubs, and ‘Uncover More’ with viewpoints, hidden gems, wild swim spots and lots more.
What's included
The Uncover More map
- 40+ View points
- 195+ Places of interest
- 40+ Hidden gems
- 20+ Wild swim spots
- 30+ On screen spots
The Overnight Stay map
- 50+ Cotswolds Campsites
- 25+ Motorhome stops and almost wild spots
- 120+ Hotels
- 135+ B&Bs, guesthouses and lodges
Prepare for the experience
- Upon booking you receive an instant email from VisitBritain.
- Expect a second email from the road trip guide provider including a link and instructions.
- Select a guest and any date as your 12 months starts the day you book so you can start planning now.
Children information
- The guide includes information about child-friendly stops on the route.
Accessibility information
- Please contact our team before booking should you require further accessibility information regarding the experience.
Ticket restrictions
- This product is non-refundable once the road trip guide is activated.
Lake District Itinerary
- Follow in the footsteps of famous writers who were inspired by the landscape with this road trip plenty of literary references.
- Dscover lots of walking trails, some fantastic wild swimming spots and there are a host of car parks with great views.
- In the Lake District, you can enjoy a variety of water sports, including swimming, boating, and fishing.
- There are numerous lakes and rivers to explore, along with water sports centres that provide equipment rentals and lessons.
- Make the most of our suggested attractions and experiences during your Lake District road trip.
- Enjoy cycling? The Lake District offers excellent cycling opportunities, with a variety of routes suitable for all levels, from easy rides to challenging mountain bike trails. Popular options include the Borrowdale Valley Cycleway, the Coniston Circular, and the Keswick Round.
Destinations Guide
Save hours using our inspiration and signposting to plan your perfect Lake District driving route.
• The destination guides cover 20 destination locations and guide on essential places to visit in the Lakes.
• The destination guide includes over 75 attractions, experiences and activities to uncover your own England.
Access your guide
When you are signed in, locate the floating ‘Member Menu’ button.
Use this to navigate to other pages and access your account details.
Upon sign-up and login, you are automatically directed to your member guide.
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Uncover Britain.
