The Lake District is one of Britain's most loved conservation areas. If you are looking for a relaxing break where you can take in the sights and sounds of rural England the Lake District is hard to beat. The following is an introduction to what the Lake District has to offer families and couples on holidays.

Arnside is a small village that characterises the beauty of the Lake District. Arnside is positioned on the borders of the historic county of Westmorland, upon the corner of Morecambe Bay. Arnside is located towards the south of the Lake District and makes up the bordering area.

Arnside and neighbouring village Silverdale make up an Area of Outstanding National Beauty as elected by the Countryside Agency. Within the surrounding countryside visitors can enjoy rich views of naturally carved limestone hills, marshlands and wooded areas thriving with wildlife.

Arnside and its surrounding area has a lot to offer walkers of any skill. Arnside Knott is owned and maintained by the National Trust and is particularly popular with visitors to the Lake District. Standing over five hundred feet tall, visitors can enjoy views over Morecambe Bay and the various peaks of the Lake District from the summit.

Conniston is a popular area with visitors to the Lake District. Over the years, Conniston has attracted people for a number of reasons including record breaking attempts and Conniston's two main areas of interest; Conniston water and Conniston Old Man.

Coniston Water is one of Britain's largest lakes and measures five miles long and half a mile wide. Conniston Water became popular throughout the late twentieth century as many people competed to beat World Water Speed Records. Its large size made the ideal location for high speed attempts. Conniston Water is central to the Lake District National Park, located in the shadow of Conniston Old Man.

Conniston Old Man is one of The Lake Districts most visited fells and at a height of just over eight hundred feet is also one of the Lake Districts highest peaks. At the top of the peak, walkers are rewarded with a stunning view of the Low Water corrie alongside surrounding peaks and tarns. If you are unable to explore Connsiton on foot or would like to get a new perspective of the area a boat service runs daily. Conniston's gondola is a refurbished nineteenth century steamboat that offers breathtaking views of the local beauty.