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Helvellyn Cottages are located in Glenridding in Cumbria – home of the Lake District - UNESCO World Heritage Site. I’m sure most of you are more  than familiar with the lakes, but for anyone needing a refresher, here is a quick overview!


The Lake District, also known as The Lakes or Lakeland, is a rural area in North West England. It has been a popular holiday destination since Victorian times, and the historical associations with the likes of the Wordsworths and Beatrix Potter are strong, especially around Windermere and Grasmere. As well as the beauty of the lakes themselves, the are is renowned for its majestic fells, with all the land in England higher then 3000 ft lying in the Lake District National Park.


Cumbria also has spectacular a western coastline and many beautiful beaches and is an ideal holiday destination for families.

 

The main lakes in the Lake District are:



Information on the Lake District from Helvellyn Cottages

Information on The Lake District

The Lake DistrictLake District tourist information

Please click the link for more information on each of the Lakes, as well as a list of things to do in the area. So come and visit the Lake District soon - Helvellyn cottages make the ideal base for your stay!


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