Travel tips

YOUR TIPS ON... THE LAKE DISTRICT For this issue, we wanted your top tips for exploring the Lake District. From hidden corners and secret beauty spots to where to go for a refuelling pub lunch, here’s what you suggested...

Summer nights

Castlerigg stone circle “For a magical evening visit Castlerigg stone circle, near Keswick. Choose a warm evening, take a picnic and watch the sun go down.”

Barbara Rayne

Let it shine

Lake Windermere

“Go to Claife Viewing Station on the west shore of Lake Windermere. The whole place looks like a small castle and when you go up to the viewing platform, the sun shines through the colourful glass, throwing beautiful beams of colour on the floor.” Caroline Butcher

Valley views

Rannerdale Knotts ”Rannerdale Knotts is one of my favourite places ever. It’s a bit of a steep climb but not for long, and when you do get to the top, wow! What a view! A saddleback stretches before you and it’s an easy walk from then on.” Angela Mary Brace

Off the beaten track

Patterdale

“Head down to Ullswater and rather than visiting the busy Aira Force waterfalls, park up in Patterdale and walk across the fields towards Place Fell. Before you get to the steep path up the hill, take a left and walk along the lakeside to my favourite little mound: Silver Crag. During the summer the wildflowers are blooming on the hillside and you’ll catch amazing views of people sailing on the lake.”

Olivia Edwards

Set sail

Ullswater to Patterdale “Park in Glenridding and enjoy the village before taking a boat trip on Ullswater. The boat is licensed so enjoy your favourite drink. Disembark at Howtown and walk the scenic trail that hugs the lake to Patterdale, where you will find the White Lion pub. Enjoy a cosy drink by the fire and a great meal to round off your day.” Susan Currie

Secret garden “Go to Stagshaw Garden,” says reader Kathleen Maciver. “It has glorious woodland and great paths to meander along.”

Magical monument The Castlerigg stone circle is set among fine Lake District scenery