A region of lakes, mountains, and picturesque villages in northwest England, known for its scenic beauty and associations with the early 19th-century poetry of William Wordsworth.
Currency
GBP (£)
Best time to visit
May to September
Languages
English
Coordinates
54.457°, -3.086°
Key facts
1The Lake District is home to Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England
2It has inspired numerous artists, writers, and poets, including Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin
3The district has more than 15 million visitors each year
Timeline
1810: William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge moved to the Lake District, popularizing its beauty through their poetry
1847: The first steam-powered boat began operating on Windermere, the largest lake in the district
1951: The Lake District was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
