The Lake District National Park covers 880 square miles of Cumbrian landscape. See video clips. Designated an area of outstanding beauty, the park stretches from Caldbeck in the North to Lindale in the South, and from Ravenglass on the West Coast to Shap in the East. Areas in Cumbria just outside the Park are also well worth visiting. They are just as beautiful and interesting but perhaps a little less busy for those seeking a more tranquil experience in peace and quiet. The whole area exudes charm throughout the summer but is equally attractive with lots to see and do during autumn, winter and spring. Visitors and artists alike are drawn to the area all year round, and are inspired by the way the light draws fascinating shapes on the landscape. There are a variety of short-term lets available in tourist hotspots and in isolated areas and peaceful towns and villages outside the National Park. Check weather in the lake District