2024 Shap Rural Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Haweswater: The Lake District’s hidden gem

Haweswater is one of the quietest, yet most picturesque bodies of water in the Lake District. Easily accessible from the A6, it provides a great escape from the crowds at Windermere of Keswick. There are plenty of walking opportunities for all abilities from an easy lakeside stroll to tackling some of the wainwrights the surround the lake. You can also visit the stunning art deco Haweswater hotel for a well deserved drink or bite to eat.