Glamping in North West England

Northwest England offers lovely landscapes and quaint towns to explore during your stay. The Pennine offers hours or weeks depending on your ambition. The Darwin Tower and West Pennine Moors Circular is a pleasant walk full of gorgeous scenery and some inclines. It can be done in the early evening if you want to visit the well lit towns along the way and enjoy some pub grub with ale. The Forest of Bowland is loaded with activities including hiking around Clitheroe Castle and Slaidburn historic village. A must see is the Browsholme Hall and the quaint village of Chipping for refreshment.

With a vast coastline to explore and a wealth of lakes, North West England is a paradise for those who prefer to be close to the water. Visit hotspots like the Lake District for beauties like Windermere and Ullswater and idyllic days on the water and watersports haven. Try activities like boating and SUP as you explore this incredible area. Beach buffs won’t be disappointed in the dunes of Formby close to a nearby nature reserve and lined with picture perfect landscapes along a gorgeous beach. It’s all here for your pleasure.

In the lovely city of Chester, you can walk the circuit of the 2000-year-old defensive walls and get an earful of its amazing history. The views into the city below are stunning and the Rows of Chester are housing the best shops, so they are worth exploring. Head out to Manchester to see the Whitworth Art Gallery. Starting with its iconic architecture from 1908, you’ll be presented with over 60,000 works of art plus weekly social events worth seeing. This is the culmination of internationally acclaimed works located at Manchester University. The International Slavery Museum in Liverpool is a working project to prevent slavery and fight for global human rights.

Near Morecambe and on the cusp of Cumbria Silverdale has a large sandy beach area for building sandcastles and picnicking with your kids. After a day of sunbathing, swimming and caves to scout out, take some time to visit the pub at Silverdale for delicious food and drinks.

Keswick was home to Coleridge, Wordsworth, and Suthey known as the “Lakes Poets” and rightly so due to its inspiring beauty with the mountains behind the lakes. The town shops are also delightful. Ambleside is noted for its restaurants, shops, and the perfect base for climbers to set out for amazing hikes. Grasmere has its own picturesque lake and an interesting cave.

The National Park houses the stunning Howgill Fells well known for its magnificent, picturesque hills and walking trails. After hiking the Fells take a respite at the Red Lion, famous for its steak pies and Jennings brews. There is much history to explore in Sedbergh as well.

Dove Cottage has nine rooms still furnished with his 18th century décor, keepsakes, and gardens. You’ll enjoy getting a deeper insight into the poet’s life here. Grasmere has its own breathtaking lake and fells to explore on its walking trails.

Chester Zoo, among the largest in the world, houses many rare animals, plants, and insects for you to see. Grab your binoculars and get ready to feast your eyes in the Monsoon Forest and Aviary Wetland. Don’t worry about food, there are many onsite eateries to choose from. Make a day of it with the family for loads of adventure.

There are many tours to choose from but The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour may be the most satisfying for Beatle fans. It includes a visit to their individual birthplaces, meeting places and of course the Cavern Club where you’ll be treated to live music and great food.

There is much to see on this island nation with thousands of years of history and artefacts dating to the Vikings. Friendly people, amazing views, and numerous unique attractions will delight your senses. Ride the Douglas Bay Horse Tramway from 1876 featuring a horse drawn tour of Victorian edifices. And, treat your inner foodie to delicacies like Manx Queenies scallops and Fynoderee craft spirits.