Discover the best music festivals in England
From 24-hour parties to outdoor hot tubs, discover some of the best music festivals in England in 2024. From massive outdoor stages with the biggest headline acts to quirky niche events starring the next big thing, any one of these festivals is ideal to build a summer break around.
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Experience a stunning Lakeland waterfall walk
Don’t miss a trip to the Taylor Gill Force to see fabulous streams and waterfalls set against a backdrop of stunning scenery.
Location: Keswick, Cumbria
Banish the autumn blues in a 13th century retreat fit for a queen
As the nights draw in, make yourself at home in a 13th century royal retreat that is anything but old and stuffy.
Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Cosy up in a private hot tub on a romantic retreat
Treat your loved one and yourself to a new level of luxury with your very own hot tub suite at Applegarth Villa, nestled in the heart of Windermere.
Location: Windermere, Cumbria
Delve in to the past of Hadrian’s Wall
Home to the longest visible stretch of Hadrian’s Wall, Cumbria is one of the best places to start exploring Roman Britain.
Location: Cumbria
Explore the bustling harbour at Maryport
Watch brightly-coloured trawlers unload the days’ catch, enjoy a bracing walk or coastal cycle, sample locally caught fish or go to a festival.
Location: Maryport, Cumbria
Build sandcastles and paddle in the sea at St Bees
Enjoy the picturesque sights of the red sandstone cliffs as you walk along St Bees's tranquil beach.
Location: St. Bees, Cumbria
Explore the picturesque Lake District on an activity holiday
If you're looking for a heart-bumping adventure weekend, then a trip to the Lake District is a must. Adrenaline junkies sign up here...
Location: Borrowdale, Cumbria
Go on a cheese tasting at Thornby Moor Cheese Dairy
Integrity, great flavour and nutritional value is what's on offer at Thornby Moor Cheese Dairy.
Location: Thursby, Cumbria
Put pedal to the metal on a mountain biking break in Penrith
Hit those Cumbrian trails with your trusty bike on a cycling holiday in Penrith.
Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Coast to Coast Cycling
A challenging route from the Irish Sea to the North Sea.
Location: Whitehaven / Whitby
Discover a medieval house at a Cumbrian gateway
An imposing Cumbrian castle boasting an award-winning rock garden.
Location: Kendal, Cumbria
Explore the Lake District
Discover the 200 fells, pikes and dales of the Lakes in a vintage camper van.
Location: Cumbria
Carlisle
Follow in the footsteps of the Roman sentries who once patrolled in the city of Carlisle.
Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
Take a steamboat cruise on Coniston Water
See the Coniston Old Man in a different light.
Location: Coniston, Cumbria
Bird watching in St Bees
The largest seabird colony on the west coast of England is at St Bees Head.
Location: St Bees, Cumbria
May events: Celebrate nature at Keswick Mountain Festival
Enjoy outdoor activities, world class speakers, sporting events, camping, and live music at this unique festival in the heart of the Lake District.
Location: Keswick, Cumbria
Take a walk with the wildlife in the Lake District
Keep your eyes peeled and cameras at the ready for some serious Cumbrian wildlife spotting.
Location: Lake District, Cumbria
Go horseriding in the Lake District
Saddle up for a two-day horseriding trek around the fells of the Lake District.
Location: Lake District, Cumbria
Enjoy a taste of Grasmere Gingerbread
Stock up on one of the Lake District’s most famous exports: Grasmere Gingerbread.
Location: Ambleside, Cumbria
Escape to the Lake District for a dog friendly weekend break
Head to Coniston in the Lake District for a multitude of dog friendly days out, including long walks, boat rides and lots of cake.
Location: Lake District, Cumbria
Enjoy country-chic style at No1 Silverbank
It’s a bit of an understatement to call No1 Silverbank a cottage. Yes, it has exposed beams, a log fire and a pretty garden filled with perennials – but that’s only half the story.
Location: Coniston, Cumbria