10 fun family things to do in the Lake District
@rahul.jagtiani
Plush Living
FAMILY holidays need to cater to a wide variety of needs, with each generation having its own demands, interests and limitations. It’s essential then to choose a destination that caters to all. And that’s exactly what the Lake District in the United Kingdom has to offer. Each morning in the Lake District, I couldn’t wait to get out of bed and hit the road - around every bend were astounding views. It was with this destination that my travel series, Plush Places, began evolving into one that showcases destinations in a road-trip format. My rendezvous with the locals was equally gratifying and gave me a real sense of the way of life in the Lakes. I also loved that many establishments here are embracing practices that support a sustainable way of living - sourcing local produce, using biomass boilers to heat the buildings, and supporting charities that conserve wildlife and repair mountain paths in the region. And, while some activities such as whisky distillery tours or kayaking will only draw a select few from the family, there are plenty of other options such as exploring castles and tasting marmalade that everyone can enjoy together. Here, then, are 10 cool ways to make the most of your family time in the Lake District.
1 EXPLORE A CASTLE RUIN AND FIND AN ADVENTURE
Lowther Castle & The Lost Castle
Who doesn’t love a castle, especially one that is a symbol of mind-boggling extravagance? The historical ruins of Lowther Castle in , built around the turn of the 20th century, are spectacularly set amid thousands of acres of farmland. Hugh Lowther, the fifth earl of Lonsdale at the time, and nicknamed the ‘Yellow Earl’ because of his penchant for the colour, lived
