The Guardian guide to camping: Best sites: Scenic: Side Farm Cumbria
Do what you'd do in the dry, just put a cagoule on first. Failing that, there's the Rookin House centre at Troutbeck ( rookinhouse.co.uk ) near Keswick, which offers horse-riding, quad- biking, archery and human bowling (don't ask). Fans of Peter Rabbit can head to Hill Top in Amblesi...
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| Published in | The Guardian (London) |
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| Format | Newspaper Article |
| Language | English |
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London (UK)
Guardian News & Media Limited
12.05.2007
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| Summary: | Do what you'd do in the dry, just put a cagoule on first. Failing that, there's the Rookin House centre at Troutbeck ( rookinhouse.co.uk ) near Keswick, which offers horse-riding, quad- biking, archery and human bowling (don't ask). Fans of Peter Rabbit can head to Hill Top in Ambleside; this gorgeous 17th-century farmhouse was once owned by Beatrix Potter and the surrounding hills inspired many of her enchanting tales. The building is now owned by the National Trust and visitors can see a selection of original watercolours in the nearby gallery. This Lake District location is astounding. In a breathtaking valley overlooking Ullswater, the only noise you'll hear (other than fellow campers when the place is heaving) is the gentle bleating of sheep on the slopes of Place Fell. There's no playground, no bar, no pool. It's camping for those who like to get away from the trappings of modern society and, well, camp. |
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| ISSN: | 0261-3077 |