Map of the Month: The Lakes 100

Our Map of the Month for April is The Lakes 100 Map . The Lakes 100 is a circular journey uniquely tailored for you to get the most out of the Lake District and beyond. There are over 150 miles to explore with boundless gems to discover along the way that will quench any thirsty adventurous soul.

Being a family run business ourselves, we love hearing about other family run enterprises. The team behind the Lakes 100 are Cumbrian brothers Peter and Aaron who came up with the idea for this road trip. They initially did the road trip together with a group of friends so they could share the experience and get some feedback. Now you can follow the trip yourself with their map.

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A different view of the Lake District

by Lesley Williams, author of Walking the Tour of the Lake District: A nine-day circuit of Cumbria’s fells, valleys and lakes (Cicerone). 

The Lake District is justifiably one of Britain’s most popular national parks, offering a treasure trove of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts and more leisure conscious visitors alike. Whatever the weather, the mountain light of this special landscape is reflected in the beautiful lakes and tarns, and while the wild open fells provide a backdrop for some, they remain the main focus for any keen walker.

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