Lake District: 'something to offer whatever the weather'
The area has a wide array of attractions that are open all-year-round
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Monday, 23, Nov 2009 05:45
Whether the weather is sunny or wet, the Lake District has something to offer visitors, it has been claimed.
Cumbria Tourism explained that the area has a wide array of attractions that are open all-year-round, as well as events, restaurants, pubs and shops that can prove a welcome distraction if it is raining.
A recent OnePoll survey of European holiday hotspots placed the Lake District at number five in the continent's best destinations.
It also revealed that the area is popular among fans of walking and other outdoor activities.
Cumbria Tourism public relations manager Julie Darroch explained that such people do not expect perfect weather.
"In the vast majority of cases, those who love the outdoors come prepared for all conditions and still enjoy the scenery whatever the weather - especially in the autumn and early winter months when the colours are magnificent," she said.
The Lake District beat some illustrious competition to fifth place in the survey results with Crete, London, St Ives, Newquay and Amsterdam all falling behind it.
Chris Malone