The Lake District, known for its rugged mountains and huge lakes is a great place to get back to nature, and there is no way quite like camping to bring you closer to the simpler things in life. And, it seems that we aren’t the only ones who think so with the Lakes featuing amongst the best camp spots in the UK.

Three of the Lake Districts camp spots where ranked amongst the best camping spots in the UK by Cotswold Outdoor, which asked 2,000 people were quizzed on where they’d like to reconnect with nature in a poll.

The research was done as part of its #ProjectRewild campaign that aims to encourage more people to enjoy and reconnect with nature.

The poll featured Waterside House campsite at Ullswater, near Penrith, Tarn Foot campsite, near Ambleside and Turner Hall Farm, at Seathwaite all featured in the list of the UK’s top campsites.

Cumbrian, Piel Island off the Barrow coast also featured in the list of places

Jose Finch, managing director of Cotswold Outdoor, said: “Watching the sun set and rise in these locations is a joy to behold and camping can often be the best way to enjoy them. Living in the UK, we’re treated to some amazing outdoor locations which can often be easy to forget.

“Hopefully this research reminds people of the amazing experiences that can be had on our doorstep, while thinking more about what they can do to preserve the beauty of the outdoors.

“We’ve all got a part to play in preservation of the great green spaces in this country and spending quality time outdoors can really drive home its importance.”

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