3-Day Adventure Road Trip in Lake District, UK

Day 1: Journey to Paradise

Lake District, UK

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Breakfast Club

Start your day with a hearty English breakfast at The Breakfast Club in Oxford, preparing you for your journey ahead.
Drive towards Lake District via the M40 and M6.
GBP15, 1 hour

9:30AM

Scenic Drive to Lake District

Enjoy the beautiful landscapes as you drive through quaint villages and rolling countryside towards the Lake District.
M40 to M6 and follow signs to Windermere.
Fuel Cost: GBP40, Approx. 5 hours

3:00PM

Check-in at The Inn on the Lake

Arrive and settle into your well-booked lakeside hotel, a perfect base for your adventures.
Short drive from Windermere to Glenridding.
GBP150 (Hotel Fee), 1 hour

5:00PM

Explore Glenridding Village

Stroll through the charming village of Glenridding, taking in the scenic beauty and local shops.
Walk around the village.
Free, 1 hour

6:30PM

Dinner at Ferry View Restaurant

Savor a delightful dinner featuring local produce with stunning lake views.
Located within your hotel.
GBP30, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Nature Exploration

Lake District, UK

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Inn on the Lake

Fuel up with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, featuring full English options to energize your adventure.
At the hotel.
Included in hotel fee, 1 hour

9:30AM

Hike Helvellyn

Embark on a breathtaking hike up Helvellyn, one of the most popular peaks in the Lake District.
Drive to the starting point at Glenridding.
Free, 4 hours (hike duration)

2:00PM

Lunch at The White Lion

Refuel with a hearty lunch at this local pub, known for its cosy ambiance and classic dishes.
Drive back to Glenridding.
GBP20, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Visit Ullswater Lake

Enjoy a leisurely walk along Ullswater Lake and soak in the stunning views or try some water sports.
Short drive from Glenridding.
Free (water sports extra), 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at The Patterdale Hotel

Dine at this historic hotel with a menu featuring seasonal and locally-sourced food.
Drive to Patterdale.
GBP25, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Return Journey

Oxford, UK

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Inn on the Lake

Enjoy one last breakfast overlooking the lake at your hotel, cherishing the tranquil morning.
At the hotel.
Included in hotel fee, 1 hour

9:00AM

Check-out and Scenic Drive

Check out and begin your scenic drive back to Oxford, stopping for photos along the way.
M6 to M40, return route.
Fuel Cost: GBP40, Approx. 5 hours

2:00PM

Lunch break at The Fox Inn

Stop at this quaint pub for a relaxed lunch on the way back, known for its traditional pub atmosphere.
Located in a village along the route.
GBP20, 1 hour

3:00PM

Continue Drive to Oxford

Finish your journey as you return to Oxford, reflecting on a memorable adventure in the Lake District.
Head back to Oxford.
Free, 2 hours
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