Venturing Further

Within several hours, beyond the Lake District, lies a wealth of extraordinary places waiting to be discovered.

Northern England and Scotland offer an astonishing diversity of landscapes, history and culture, from magnificent cathedrals and medieval castles to dramatic coastlines, historic cities and remote countryside.

Explore the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, with their limestone landscapes, traditional villages and ancient abbeys, or venture into the North York Moors, where heather-covered hills meet a spectacular coastline.

Discover the great historic cities of York and Durham, explore the castles and coastal landscapes of Northumberland, or follow the remarkable remains of Hadrian's Wall, where the Roman Empire once reached its north-western frontier. The North Pennines, with their wild moorlands, fascinating industrial heritage and quiet market towns, offer yet another distinctive landscape to explore.

Further south, discover Manchester's rich industrial and cultural heritage, Liverpool's maritime history and musical legacy, or the Peak District, with its dramatic gritstone edges, limestone valleys and picturesque villages. Explore the magnificent country houses of Chatsworth, home of the Dukes of Devonshire, and Hardwick Hall, one of England's finest Elizabethan houses.

Cross the border into Scotland, discovering the historic abbeys and towns of the Scottish Borders, the magnificent architecture and heritage of Edinburgh, or the contrasting landscapes of southern Scotland. For longer journeys, the possibilities extend further into the Highlands and beyond.

From grand country houses and remarkable gardens to lesser-known villages, ancient monuments and places associated with fascinating historical figures, there is always something new to discover and well within reach for extended touring.

Whether you have a particular destination in mind or would welcome suggestions, we can create a personalised journey reflecting your interests, available time and preferred pace.

Wonderful places don't stop at the boundaries of the Lake District. Neither do we.

*Tours outside Cumbria and the Lake District are offered from extensive personal knowledge, research and experience. Cumbria Blue Badge accreditation applies to Cumbria and the Lake District