What is tourism like in the Lake District?

Current surveys show that 15.8 million visitors come to the Lake District each year. Most come to enjoy the scenery, peace and quiet and walking but many others visit specific attractions or take part in an outdoor activity. They stay in a mixture of self-catering and serviced accommodation.

What attracts tourists to the Lake District?

With picturesque villages peppered throughout the area, ancient castles, fells and historic locations, the beauty of the area will certainly enchant you. Many people want to take their four-legged companion with them on holiday, and few places are more pet-friendly than the Lake District.

When did tourism start in Lake District?

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Tourism in the Lake District began in the late eighteenth century. Before then it was considered a wild and desolate place. In 1724 Daniel Defoe described the area as “the wildest, most barren and frightful of any that I have passed over in England”.

How much money does the Lake District make from tourism?

The area covered by the Lake District National Park accounts for almost half of the county’s total tourism revenue (49%). In the nine years between 2009 and 2017, tourism revenue has grown by 40% from £2.07bn to £2.90bn (unadjusted). Over the same period, visitor numbers have grown by 15.8% and visitor days by 15.3%.

How many tourist days are there in the Lake District?

Tourist Days: In 2018, there were 28.55 million tourist days in the Lake District Source for all figures: STEAM 2018: Cumbria Tourism Like all of our National Parks, the Lake District is meant to be for everyone.

Are there any lakes in the Lake District?

Right in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Keswick is still only 20 minutes from the M6 – and close enough to some of the Lake District’s best-known lakes, including Bassenthwaite, Thirlmere and Ullswater as well as Derwentwater. Fancy some fell-waking?

Why is the Lake District National Park important?

Tourists from all over the world visit the Lake District National Park for its spectacular scenery, wildlife, history and culture. Tourism is vital to the economy of the area, providing employment and supporting services in local communities. Tourism facts and figures. Tourism is the main source of income for Lake District economy.

How does tourism help the Lake District economy?

Tourism is the main source of income for Lake District economy. Tourism brings great benefits to the area. Visitors spend money on accommodation, food, drink and leisure activities and indirectly support other business such as wholesalers and the building trade. Tourism income: In 2017 visitors spent £1,417 million in the Lake District