The Lake District In Style

The accommodation is chosen for their high standards and their accessibility to the best of the Lake District. And to allow you to enjoy the top quality accommodation you are staying for 2 nights in the Lodore Hotel & Spa and 3 nights in the magnificent Langdale Chase. All walks are gentle and varied, with lake shore walks, iconic visits and easy fell (name for a Lake District Mountain) walks. All walks are optional, so if you wish to take time out for a day reading, a boat ride, or some spa time - it’s all possible, you choose. The rugged mountainous beauty of the English Lake District is a must see for all walkers and lovers of nature. Scattered with deep lakes, quaint English villages and buildings from ancient farms to Victorian splendor with the occasional castle dotted in – this is a perfect setting for anyone who wants to experience England’s finest scenery.

In Style | After a day of exciting adventures and soaking up unbeatable scenery, retreat to stylish accommodations and unwind with fine food and wine. This trip type is for those who like sophisticated places to stay and are looking for active routes but still want the holiday to feel special.

Multi Centre Walking | With a mix of loop and point-to-point walks stay 2 or 3 nights in one place which offers the chance to slow down and really explore a destination.

Solo Travellers, Families with Teens

The minimum age for this tour is: 12 Years

The route is graded easy. The route is a mixture of paths, forest tracks and country roads. On ascent of Catbells there is one rocky section where you may need to steady yourself with your hands as you go. It is not technical nor challenging. Some of the paths can become muddy and boggy after rain, but the majority are well maintained. There are short bursts of gentle ascent (with a steeper ascent up Wansfell) along the route and the rewards are high!

This walking trip is suitable for most levels of fitness. The walks are relatively short and are suited to those who like to walk, but they are certainly not challenging. While there are some up and downs, you have all day to do the walks, so you can just take your time and take a breather too now and again if you wish. It would be beneficial to practice a bit before taking the trip, but it's doable for anyone who is an enthusiastic walker. Be sure check the daily distances and elevation changes outlined in your itinerary.

You will stay in hand-selected high-end hotels and historic homes. They are selected for their 4 or 5 star rating, lakeside and rural locations as well as their sophisticated comfort levels and traditional appeal.

There are a few extras that you can add on if you would like to make your holiday extra special:

You can upgrade your room to a suite at the Lodore Hotel or the Langdale Chase please contact us when booking for details. The suites have lake and mountain views and are spacious. If you wish to have a bath in your room please request this on booking.

Once you have booked your holiday you should book some time at the Falls Spa at the Lodore Hotel. If you have upgraded to a suite, you can enjoy complimentary 2 hours use of the thermal suite and hydrotherapy pool for each night of your stay. You will need to pre-book the spa if you have it included or not.

Falls Spa is the perfect place to relax, to take stock, and immerse yourself in a world of natural beauty. The standout thermal suite and hydrotherapy pool sits at the heart of the spa. Five luxury treatment rooms and a private Rasul chamber offer sublime rituals and pampering treatments from Elemis and Ishga, and enjoy a drink or two in the Champagne Bar. Sipping champagne in the hydrotherapy pool with views of the mountains and lake is bliss after a days walk!

Meals

Breakfast is included each morning and typically consists of a continental buffet with tea and coffee, fresh fruits, yoghurt, cereals, eggs and bread with jams. Also on the menu are cooked options like freshly made porridge or a traditional cooked English breakfast to set you up for your walk in the fresh Lakeland mountain air! 

We have included 3 dinners on this tour. These are for the 2 nights when staying at the Lodore and for 1 of your nights at the Langdale Chase. These dinners are in the hotel dining rooms and include distinctive dishes inspired by the Lake District and its coastline.

We have also included a celebrated English afternoon tea when staying at the Langdale Chase! With its traditional savouries, scones with Cumbrian clotted cream and strawberry jam, and delicious fancies freshly made by the pasty chefs, you will enjoy this in the panoramic dining room or on the terrace with views of Lake Windermere.

Any other meals, such as lunches and non-included dinners you are free to choose from the available options. You will see our recommendations in the Macs App. It shows the locations of convenient lunch, dinner, coffee, or pub stops – Expect a mixture of traditional English pubs, cosy tearooms or fine-dining restaurants (especially prolific in Ambleside!). 

If you wish to go somewhere in particular for your evening meal, we recommend checking opening times and reserving a table well in advance before your visit to avoid disappointment.

Single Rooms

If your party or a member of your party, requires single rooms, we will make every effort to accommodate your request. Single rooms are subject to availability and typically incur a single supplement. 

The majority of the paths are well signed posted and easy to follow. Navigation is straightforward using the Macs Adventure App which has maps, tracks and daily route info. Simply download the information and tracks for offline use and follow the route on your phone.

This tour is available from April to October, giving you plenty of flexibility to plan your perfect getaway! You can start your holiday on any date within the season. May, June, and September are particularly wonderful times to visit the Lake District, as the weather is often at its most stable, making it ideal for walking and soaking in the breathtaking scenery. Keep in mind, though, that July, August, and September can get quite busy, so we recommend booking early to secure your spot, especially for these high-end properties.

Additional nights area available at the start and the end of the tour and are highly recommended!

Airport

The closest airports to are Manchester or Glasgow.

Train to Penrith Railway Station

From London Euston, the West Coast line is direct to Penrith and takes just over 3hrs.

From Glasgow Central, the direct train takes around 1hr 30mins to Penrith.

Taxi from Penrith to Borrowdale

We recommend you take a taxi from Penrith Railway Station to The Lodore in Borrowdale (30-40 mins journey). We advise you to pre-book this taxi before your arrival.

From Penrith you can take the direct train to London Euston, Glasgow or Manchester Airport. You can see schedules and pre-purchase your tickets at thetrainline.com

A great resource for transport in the UK is Traveline.

By Car

If you wish to park your car at the hotel for the duration of your tour then please contact us to make arrangements.

Travel from the hotel to Windermere / Penrith / Oxenholme train stations

The Langdale Chase hotel can arrange a transfer from the hotel to Windermere train station, or Penrith or Oxenholme. Please pre-book with the hotel directly – this would be payable to the hotel.

Train travel

The closest train station is Windermere. Windermere is the end of this trainline and the train comes from Lancaster with a stop at Oxenholme the Lake District.

From Windermere, the West Coast line to London Euston takes approximately 3hrs 30mins with a change in either Lancaster or Oxenholme.

The Langdale Chase hotel can take you to Oxenholme if you are going south or Penrith if you are going north. 

From Windermere to Manchester Airport, the train journey is approximately 2hrs with a change in either Lancaster or Oxenholme.

The trains are easy and simple to use and you can pre-purchase your tickets at thetrainline.com. All schedules and live train times can also be found on this website. You can book trains 3months ahead of departure date in the UK. The earlier you book it the cheaper the ticket.

Your bags will be transferred from your accommodation as per your itinerary and moved onto your next overnight accommodation. On this particualar tour you will usually travel with your luggage.