Cumbria - the Lake District

Journey Time:    
2 Days
Distance:     
16 miles (26 km)
Airports: 
Manchester

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Overview

Mountains, moorland and valleys are the setting for many famous gardens in Cumbria, in the West corner of England's North Country. Stately homes, picturesque villages, historic towns and vibrant cities combine to offer you a memorable experience of some of England's most beautiful gardens.

Day 1: Grange-over-Sands - Kendal

Grange-over-Sands - Kendal: 16 miles (26 km)
Totals for Day: 16 miles (26 km)

Holker Hall, Cark-in-Cartmell, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria

Start your itinerary at one of the best gardens in Cumbria. Holker Hall is set in 125 acres of parkland with woods containing many rare and beautiful species and lovely formal gardens with a distinct Italianate feel. Features include a limestone cascade, formal beds filled with inventive planting, a romantic rose garden, a rhododendron and azalea walk and a wildflower meadow.

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Levens Hall, Kendal, Cumbria

Cumbria is also home to Levens Hall. The Elizabethan Hall has an outstanding topiary garden laid out from 1694. Impeccably clipped yews and box in a diversity of shapes are set off by colourful planting. Stroll through the fountain garden with lime walkways, or relax under massive beech hedges that open to vistas over parkland.

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Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 580 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

For full details and to order click here.