One of the most famous spots in the Lake District has been crowned the UK’s most stunning view.
Lake Windermere tops a 25-strong ranking of views, produced by a survey of Brits in which they picked their favourite scenic spots.
Of those surveyed, 36 per cent voted the picturesque body of water in Cumbria their top choice.
In second place on the list of British beauty spots is St Ives Bay. The crescent-shaped Cornish spot received 33 per cent of the votes.
In joint third is St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall, Cheddar Gorge in Somerset, and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park in Scotland – which all received 25 per cent of the votes.
One of the most famous spots in the Lake District has been crowned the UK’s most stunning view. Lake Windermere (above) tops a 25-strong ranking of views, produced by a survey of Brits in which they picked their favourite scenic spots
In second place on the list is St Ives Bay (pictured). The crescent-shaped spot in Cornwall received 33 per cent of votes
The Jurassic Coast, a 95-mile-long Unesco World Heritage Site that stretches from Dorset to Devon, ranks fourth with 24 per cent of votes and in fifth place is Gothic cathedral York Minster (23 per cent).
Windermere ranking first will come as little surprise to many. One Tripadvisor reviewer said it is ‘simply stunning and a jewel in the UK’s crown’.
St Ives Bay also entrances, with one Tripadvisor reviewer declaring it ‘one of the most beautiful places in the UK’.
Third-place St Michael’s Mount, a tidal island in Mount’s Bay, near Penzance, was praised by visitors as a ‘bucket list’ destination, and fellow bronze-medal winner Cheddar Gorge has been described as ‘breathtaking’.
St Michael’s Mount (above), a tidal island in Mount’s Bay near Penzance, comes joint third on the list with 25 per cent of votes
Cheddar Gorge in Somerset (pictured) comes joint third, with visitors describing the views as ‘breathtaking’
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park also comes third, with visitors describing the views as ‘awe-inspiring’. Above is Loch Lomond
The 95-mile-long Jurassic Coast ranks fourth. Pictured above is Old Harry Rocks in Dorset, which popularly refers to three chalk formations that mark the most eastern point of the Jurassic Coast
Meanwhile, visitors have dubbed the third bronze-ranked view, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, as ‘awe-inspiring’.
The Brecon Beacons, a sprawling mountain range in Wales, also appeared on the list with 22 per cent of votes (sixth).
Brits were split on their seventh choice. The following all received 21 per cent of the vote: Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland, lake Buttermere and Scafell Pike mountain in the Lake District, Durdle Door in Dorset, and the Peak District view from Stanage Edge.
In joint eighth place are Stonehenge, the Shambles historic street in York, the Roman baths in Bath, and Ben Nevis, with 20 per cent each.
In fifth place is Gothic cathedral York Minster, with 23 per cent of the vote
The Brecon Beacons, a sprawling mountain range in Wales, comes sixth on the list with 22 per cent of votes
Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland comes joint seventh, with 21 per cent of votes
The Lake District’s lake Buttermere (above) and Scafell Pike mountain rank join seventh with Durdle Door in Dorset and the view from Stanage Edge in the Peak District
Completing the top ten are Robin Hood’s Bay (ninth, 19 per cent), the Seven Sisters cliffs in East Sussex (joint 10th, 18 per cent), the Whitby Ruins (joint 10th, 18 per cent) and the White Cliffs of Dover (joint 10th, 18 per cent).
The poll of 2,000 people was undertaken in conjunction with the launch of the Isuzu D-Max with a 4×4 drivetrain.
George Wallis, Head of Marketing at Isuzu UK, said: ‘Our findings paint a picturesque portrait of Brits’ affection for UK beauty spots. From the majestic shores of lake Windermere to the colossal charm of the Giant’s Causeway.
‘It’s clear everyone celebrates the stunning scenery and historic gems that make our nation shine. With the Isuzu D-Max on your side, you’ll be sure to easily navigate these breathtaking landscapes and pick up where others can’t.’
