The rock stars of the early 19th century, the Romantic poets, made this neck of the woods THE place to be. The grandfather of them all, William Wordsworth, was a local boy, and he did a fine job of selling his home patch. Tourists have been flocking to Dove Cottage in Grasmere ever since.
For anyone studying the Romantics, a trip here is a must. Don't forget your copy of Lyrical Ballads...
Off season, there is a range of accommodation on offer. From the stylish Wordsworth Hotel in Grasmere to the more earthy delights of The Old Post Office campsite in Santon Bridge - http://theoldpostofficecampsite.co.uk/find.php - if you want to take a calculated risk on the weather and spend some time under canvas.
Keswick, by Derwent Water
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