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Three Lake District Spots Have Been Named In Top 10 UK Easter Destinations

March 27, 2023 The Yorkshireman Leave a comment

Lake District National Park in Cumbria has been featured three times in the best places to visit for Easter in a recent survey which is no surprise to us,

The beautiful idyllic towns and villages have tourists flocking all year round, but it seems that it may be a bit busier than usual according to a study by Airbnb.

The Yorkshireman reports that Windermere, Ambleside, and Keswick featured in the list with Windermere in 6th, Ambleside in 7th, and Keswick in 10th. With the stunning lake they sit on and the beautiful hikes that surround the areas – we love visiting the humble little spots.

Amanda Cupples, from Airbnb says: “Easter is a perfect time to go away with your loved ones, but we know that choosing where to go, whether abroad or in the UK, can be a hard decision, especially in the current cost of living crisis.

“That’s why we’re excited to share some of the most popular destinations Brits love to travel to in Easter, to help provide inspiration, as well as a wishlist of Airbnbs in the UK with brilliant value for money.”

Brits looking for a weekend away this Easter are looking for beaches, amazing pools, iconic cities, National Parks, and countryside all of which can be found in good ol’ Yorkshire.

Check out the most popular domestic destinations in the UK to visit over Easter below:

1) Scarborough, England

2) Belfast, Northern Ireland

3) Peak Forest, England

4) Weymouth, England

5) Tenby, Wales

6) Windermere, England

7) Ambleside, England

8) Blackpool, England

9) Aviemore, Scotland

10) Keswick, England

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News, Travel

This Cumbrian Hotel Has Been Named The Best Hotel In The UK

May 11, 2022 The Yorkshireman Leave a comment

There is nothing better than a hotel in the countryside and this Lake District stay at Cedar Manor in Windermere won across three categories in the TripAdvisor Hotel Awards 2022 including 2022 Travellers’ Choice® Best of the Best Awards for Hotels, which highlights travellers’ favourite hotels worldwide.

The 2022 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards are based on ratings posted on Tripadvisor over the 12-month period along with the quality and quantity of traveller reviews from the 1st of January 1, to the 31st of December, 2021.

Steeped in history, the 1854 Lake District retreat, provides a home from home including fine food just minutes from the lake, village and railway station. It serves up the best Afternoon Tea in the Lake District made by skilled chefs and served on the finest quality china.

The hotel came top in the UK for luxury and 10th in Europe. It also came second in the UK for the most romantic hotels and 10th in Europe again, and third in the UK for small stays and 15th in Europe. Not bad going – eh.

It wasn’t the only Cumbrian hotel to feature in the list. Windermere Boutique Hotel also featured in the UK’s most romantic list coming in 14th place and also in the top 25 of the UK’s romantic stays coming in at 21.

Kanika Soni, chief commercial officer at Tripadvisor said: “We know that travel is not a one-size-fits-all approach, so the Travellers’ Choice Awards have you covered–no matter what type of trip you’re planning.”

“Winners for 2022 span six continents and 90 countries, ranging from cave hotels to overwater bungalows to castles and even family-owned B&Bs.

“Browse through these winners for a dose of wanderlust along with recommendations from the best guides in the world: other travellers.”

Food & Drink

This Lake District Hotel Has Created The Ultimate Northern Afternoon Tea

May 10, 2022 The Yorkshireman Leave a comment

When we think of an Afternoon Tea, our minds immediately jump to pretentious little finger sandwiches stuffed with unnecessary ingredients, with fancy little cakes carefully stacked up onto a ghastly floral cake stand. But transforming the occasion for proper Northerners like ourselves, The Wild Boar in Windermere have reinvented the traditional mealtime, making it much more accessible for normal people who like normal food – with not a single finger sandwich in sight (thank God!).

Combining all the beige grub we could ever dream of, the cosy hotel and restaurant has collated an incredible menu that’s perfect for an afternoon munch – and it’s literally a Northerner’s dream.

Consisting of alllll the good stuff including pigs in blankets, fish and chips, pork pies and Yorkshire puddings (to name just a few!), the three-tiered Afternoon Tea is ideal after a day of exploring the gorgeous Lake District – and even includes a Beer bat (consisting of 3 1/3 pints of your choice or a glass of fizz. That’s my kinda fancy.

In addition to all of the savoury goodness mentioned above, there’s a little something to fulfil the sweet tooth, too, including brownies, scones and seasonal fruit tarts. Yum.

Available to order every day of the week, the genius menu offering costs just £25 per person, with a veggie version also available for those who prefer things meat-free.

To find out more about The Wild Boar Afternoon Tea or to book your table next time you’re around the Lake District, head to their website here.