The Beautiful Scenic Lake District
A Holiday to The Beautiful Scenic Lake District with Johnsons Coaches
Monday 24th May 2027 – Friday 28th May 2027
Monday 20th September 2027 – Friday 24th September 2027
5 Days
From £859
The sheer beauty of the Lake District has inspired poets and artists for centuries, and this wonderful five-day break showcases some of its finest scenery. Staying at the welcoming Newby Bridge Hotel near Lake Windermere, enjoy scenic drives through Grizedale Forest, Ambleside, Keswick, Ullswater and the dramatic Kirkstone Pass. Highlights include a nostalgic journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, a visit to the Aquarium of the Lakes, a relaxing Windermere cruise to Bowness, and a memorable ride on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, with time to admire Wastwater and the southern fells.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
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Enjoy a scenic Lake District drive through Grizedale Forest, Ambleside, Keswick, Ullswater and Kirkstone Pass
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Travel on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway to Lakeside
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Visit the Aquarium of the Lakes, Britain’s largest freshwater aquarium
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Relax on a Windermere cruise to Bowness with free time to explore
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Ride the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and admire Wastwater and the southern fells
Look What’s Included
*Door to door service * Our own courier service * ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach * 4 nights half board * Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway * Aquarium of the Lakes * Windermere Cruise * Ravenglass Railway. Not included: All lunches.
Your Holiday Hotel
The Newby Bridge Hotel
Hotel Facility Symbols: 4-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hairdryer * Hospitality Tray * Lift * Indoor Pool
Directly overlooking Lake Windermere in lovely, landscaped grounds, Newby Bridge Hotel is the perfect base for a Lake District holiday. Hotel facilities include an oak-panelled restaurant and ‘The Huntsman’s Inn’ traditional bar along with a leisure centre with pool, spa pool, gym and steam room. All bedrooms are ensuite and are well appointed with views overlooking the beautiful gardens or the lake itself.
Date, Price & Supplement
24 May 26
£859
Single Room: £80
Insurance: £40
20 Sep 27
£949
Single Room: £80
Insurance: £40
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
Monday |
We depart and make our way to Cumbria, arriving late afternoon at the Newby Bridge Hotel for our 4-night stay. |
Tuesday |
Today we begin with a drive along the roads of the Grizedale Forest Park to Ambleside. We pause here before heading north past Lake Thirlmere to Keswick. This is the thriving main town of the northern lakes, situated within walking distance of Derwentwater. We have our lunch break here. This afternoon we head for beautiful Lake Ullswater and Glenridding for a short stop. We drive over the rugged Kirkstone Pass, with the lonely inn at the summit, and drop down to Lake Windermere. |
Wednesday |
Our day begins with a short ride to Haverthwaite Station. Here we catch the train to Lakeside where we visit the Aquarium of the Lakes - Britain's largest freshwater aquarium. Next, we join the 'steamer' for a cruise to Bowness. Disembarking here, we have time for lunch followed by an afternoon free for you to enjoy the town. Later we rejoin the coach for the journey along the shore road back to the hotel. |
Thursday |
Today we follow the coast to Ulverston, birthplace of Stan Laurel. From here we drive up the West Coast to Ravenglass. Here we take a ride on L'al Ratty - The Ravenglass and Eskdale Miniature Railway, before seeing Wastwater - voted Britain's favourite view. From here, we return to the hotel via the southern fells. |
Friday |
After breakfast, we depart the hotel and head for home. |
Pick-up points
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| Name | Address |
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| Henley in Arden Depot |
Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
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