UNDETERRED by pandemic restrictions, a new long-distance virtual running challenge is being launched this May, to help people across the UK explore the Lake District’s ‘hidden’ coastline and reconnect with coastal landscapes. Throughout the month of May, ‘Run […]
Category: Leisure
City pubs ready to welcome back customers to beer gardens
CUSTOMERS will be able to enjoy a pint in the beer gardens of two historic pubs when they reopen for business this month. The Howard Arms and The Crown Inn […]
Stagecoach announce summer 2021 timetable
Stagecoach has announced a new summer timetable for its Lake District services. Coming into force from Saturday, 27 March, the new timetable covers routes within the national park, as well […]
Reflecting upon a year like no other
12 months on from the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, Cumbria Tourism MD Gill Haigh (pictured) evaluates at the impact of the Coronavirus on the county’s tourism industry, and how […]
EskFest organisers confident 2021 event will go ahead in July
One of Cumbria’s most idyllic music and arts festivals has announced they are confident the 2021 event will go ahead as planned and that plans are in motion to make […]
Eden e-bike specialists develop their online presence as ‘North West premier dealer’
CUMBRIAN electric bike specialists, Eden-e-Motion have launched a new website coinciding with their new range of e-bikes attract attention from cyclists outside the county. Following the Hartley based independent e-bike retailer’s […]
Brewery Arts Evolves
Brewery Arts are preparing to relaunch their iconic venue, thanks to the near completion of an ambitious refurbishment programme. Aiming to become Cumbria’s first centre for cross artform innovation, Brewery […]
Recognition for Allerdale’s markets team
The team behind Allerdale Borough Council’s markets has been highly commended at a top industry awards programme. The National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA) highly commended the team in […]
Lakes hotelier’s view with Jamie Shail – New beginnings… or a truly dire situation?
New beginnings… or a truly dire situation? We all hoped that the start of 2021 might herald a new beginning but unfortunately we find ourselves in yet another national lockdown, […]
Treetop Trek, Windermere, to re-open for Christmas adventures this weekend as charity-push continues
WINDERMERE-based adventure attractions Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets will re-open to visitors this weekend, just in time for Christmas. After temporarily closing in November and part of December due to […]
Swan Hotel & Spa at Newby Bridge awarded 'Best New Dog-Friendly Stay for 2020' in PetsPyjamas' awards
WHILE lockdown may have caused havoc with holidays this year, dog owners have remained resilient with their spirit for fun, adventure and togetherness, enjoying petaways when allowed to travel with […]
Swan Hotel & Spa at Newby Bridge awarded ‘Best New Dog-Friendly Stay for 2020′ in PetsPyjamas’ awards
WHILE lockdown may have caused havoc with holidays this year, dog owners have remained resilient with their spirit for fun, adventure and togetherness, enjoying petaways when allowed to travel with […]
Work starts on new £25k outdoor events and activity area in Workington
WORK to create a new outdoor events and activity area in Workington supported by the Government’s Towns Fund has got underway. Led by Allerdale Borough Council, Workington has submitted a […]
Gosforth family to relaunch The Red Admiral
DESPITE the hospitality industry feeling the brunt of the pandemic this year, one entrepreneurial family are taking on the Red Admiral restaurant and hotel in Gosforth. The Red Admiral has […]
TV adventurer Ben Fogle takes on Honister’s Via Ferrata
THE Honister Slate Mine will make its latest appearance on TV next week, following a special visit paid by presenter and international adventurer Ben Fogle earlier this year. Ben’s exploits […]
Private winter cruises for household ‘bubbles’ take to the water
AS hospitality businesses prepare to reopen for business tomorrow, Wednesday 2 December, Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is set to launch new socially distanced private cruises alongside its usual winter scheduled services. The one-hour […]
Lake District venue in the running for national spa award
A Lakeland hotel has been shortlisted for a national accolade for the quality and surroundings of its outdoor spa facilities. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa on the shores of […]
Cumbria's Linthwaite House honoured in Condé Nast Traveler award
JUST a year after it completed its £12-million-plus renovation, Linthwaite House is honoured to be included in the Condé Nast Traveler awards, among peers that include long-established luxury hotels such as Cliveden […]










