Insight Guides: Great Breaks Lake District

Pocket-sized travel guides making the most of the British Isles through clearly laid-out walks and tours.

Explore the best of the Lake District with this indispensably practical Insight Great Breaks Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Lake Windermere, Grasmere, Beatrix Potter's house, the Wordsworth Museum and Castlerigg, to discovering hidden gems, including Wast Water, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan and enhance your Great Break in the Lake District.
Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to the Lake District.
— Over 8 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way
— Local highlights: discover what makes the area special, its top sights and unique attractions, and be inspired by stunning imagery
— Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips
— Rainy day recommendations: uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather
— Practical maps: get around with ease and follow the walks and tours using the detailed maps
— Informative tips: plan your travels with a useful practical section to ensure effortless exploration
- Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience
— Covers: Kendal and Windermere, Ullswater and Kirkstone Pass, Coniston and Hawkshead, Keswick to Grasmere, Borrowdale and Buttermere, around Skiddaw, the Western Lakes and the southwest.
About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.