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Great Breaks: Lake District

These eight driving tours explore the National Park’s southern and western coasts as well as the major lakes, with information on travelling by public transport and local attractions to visit en route, including The Old Man of Coniston and the Honister Pass and slate mine.

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Product information:
  • Publisher: APA
  • Year: 2019
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 128pp
  • Illustrated: Yes
  • Dimensions: 194x117mm
  • ISBN: 9781789190816
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.2kg
Product code:
517068
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Insight Guides Great Breaks Lake District

Travel made easy. Ask local experts.
Inspirational travel guide making the most of the British Isles through clearly laid-out walks and tours, now with free eBook.

Explore the best of the Lake District with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see, top attractions like Dove Cottage, Hill Top and Lake Windermere, to discovering cultural gems, including the graceful tumble of Aira Force, the splendid sandstone remnants of Furness Abbey and Catlerigg, the ancient stone circle shrouded in the mists of time, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, and help you plan and enhance your great break in the Lake District.

Features of this travel guide to the Lake District:
- 8 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way
- Local highlights: discover the area's top sights and unique attractions, and be inspired by stunning imagery
- Historical and cultural insights: learn more about the Lake District's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout
- Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips
- Rainy day recommendations: uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you
- Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy
- Key tips and essential information: from transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered
- The ultimate travel tool: download the free app and eBook to access all this and more from your phone or tablet
- Covers: Kendal to Windermere; Ulswater and Kirkstone Pass; Coniston and Hawkshead; Keswick to Grasmere; Borrowdale and Buttermere; Around Skiddaw; The Western Lakes; The Southwest

Looking for a comprehensive guide to England? Check out Insight Guides England for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer.

About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
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