Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

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3 days (approximately)

Explore the Lake District your way with this guidebook that illustrates a scenic 123-mile (199 km) point-to-point trip across 20 of the region’s lakes, valleys, towns and walking spots.
Designed for flexibility, the guide is organised into three parts—Westmorland, Allerdale and Western Lakes—so you only visit the places you want.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• This online plan is ready to browse and get inspired – use at home or your phone on the go.
• An overarching plan to shape your multi-destination holiday, with sample itineraries, for your timeframe from 3 to 14 days.
• Inspire your trip, with places to go, where to stay, plus directions/parking etc.
• Note: the guide itself is not customisable. However, each route includes our own pre-populated Google Maps with pins, plus customisable directions by section on Google Maps.
**Get started today with instant access (choose nearest date as with 1 year access, there’s no need to wait until your travel date). Use on smartphone, tablet, or desktop.

What's Included

Suggested point-to-point plan
Sample itineraries to illustrate what’s possible
1 account licence = 12 months access
Access via website – not an app so nothing to download
Food and drink
Travel and associated costs
Transport (use own)
Live guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We do not meet you! As you are creating your own self-drive trip, and not meeting a tour guide, you can choose where you start and end! Start/finish at any of the 20 places listed within the suggested routes

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

While you could search for places to go on your own, this guide offers curated context and ready-made itineraries along a recommended journey—so you don’t have to second-guess or piece everything together yourself.
• Windermere, Ullswater, Elterwater & Derwentwater – explore lakeside towns, tranquil shores, and boat trips with postcard-worthy views
• Kendal – a cultural hub with galleries, shops, and cafés near the southern gateway to the Lakes
• Grasmere – wander through Wordsworth’s beloved village, visit Dove Cottage, and try the famous gingerbread
• Allerdale – discover the charm of Keswick, the stillness of Buttermere, and heritage in Cockermouth; hike Catbells for classic views
• Scafell Pike – set off from Wasdale Head for an unforgettable climb up England’s highest mountain
• Literary landscapes – follow in the footsteps of Wordsworth, Beatrix Potter, and the Romantics, from poetic trails to storybook cottages
• Discover waterfalls, woodland walks, sweeping valleys, quaint villages, and characterful market towns
• Ideal for walking, hiking, photography, and slow moments in nature amid inspiring surroundings

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Uncover Britain Road Trips

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