It's March and that means that many National Trust properties in the Lake District, which have been closed over the winter months, will reopen.

The Lake District attracts millions of people every year, drawn to the stunning scenery and breath taking landscapes.

According to Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, walking is man's best medicine.

There's nothing better than a day exploring the fells - well, that's what we think anyway.

Last Friday, 1 October, was World Vegetarian Day, a day showcasing the benefits of vegetarianism.

If you're looking for an amazing day out when you're staying in one of our Matson Ground cottages, then you should definitely take a trip to the Windermere Jetty Museum.

Did you know it's Sourdough September? Well, nor did we until recently, and while we are no baking fanatics (apart from being partial to the odd sweet treat), we did think it was a rather good excuse to round up our favourite Lake District cafés.

There's something about afternoon tea in the Lake District.

On August 19th, we'll be celebrating World Photography Day and it got us thinking'' where are our favourite Lake District photography spots? Where would we go to get that stunning shot?

A lot of visitors to the Lakes are keen amateur photographers.