10+ hour, 43+ min ago   (461+ words) The images capture eye-catching window displays, proud workers and the businesses that served the town's population. Nelson's Shop, Anson Street, early 20th century (Image: Sankey Archive) Nelson's butcher's shop on Anson Street boasted an impressive, large display of meat hanging in…...

23+ hour, 43+ min ago   (362+ words) A four-star hotel serving the 'gateway to the Lake District' is asking for offers in the region of £10million. Castle Green Hotel in Kendal is one of three Best Western businesses to be put on the market in the UK alongside…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (449+ words) A hit TV show is sparking a new kind of getaway. Inspired by the success of The Traitors, fans across the UK are planning board game-themed breaks—a trend that’s seeing groups dedicate entire weekends to immersive gameplay in scenic…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (274+ words) AI is playing an increasing role in shaping holiday choices. Recent analysis reveals the Lake District is among the UK’s top three most recommended staycation destinations according to AI-generated travel suggestions. The research, conducted by SALT.agency, examined nearly 8,000 AI…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (542+ words) The Lake District has been named the UK’s top destination for canine wellbeing. Dubbed the number one “Pawgevity Zone,” the area has been recognised for offering an environment that promotes longer, healthier, and happier lives for dogs. The ranking comes…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (218+ words) Liverpool John Lennon Airport has been named among the UK's top-performing airports. The award comes from the latest annual survey by Which?, naming Liverpool a Recommended Provider for the fifth year running. Passengers gave the airport a customer score of…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (299+ words) A picturesque landscape has been named one of England’s top destinations for autumn colour. Arnside and Silverdale ranked fifth nationwide for the vibrant US-inspired trend of “leaf-peeping,” which involves travelling to enjoy the changing colours of autumn foliage. According to…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (633+ words) Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge has recommended a Lake District beauty spot as a new study reveals UK diners are going the distance for good food. New research by Chase bank reveals that the average Brit is willing to travel 57 miles…...

5+ day, 4+ hour ago   (719+ words) A new survey has revealed growing frustration over littering and anti-social behaviour in the Lake District. The research, carried out by landscape conservation charity Friends of the Lake District, gathered responses from 1,124 people over the summer, with 75 per cent of…...

5+ day, 6+ hour ago   (533+ words) A 24-year-old man is in intensive care in Turkey after breaking his neck diving into a swimming pool on the final night of a holiday. Will Ponter, who works as an electrician at BAE in Barrow, underwent an emergency 13-hour…...