A NEW campsite on the edge of the Lake District is minutes away from a huge beach – and don’t expect to see many kids running around either. The luxury shepherd’s hut in the countryside offers a peaceful escape because it’s adults-only. 6 The shepherd’s hut has a king size bed, ensuite bathroom and kitchenCredit: … Read more
WITH haunted pictures that showed extensive facial bruising, the word ‘RAT’ carved into her stomach and a partially-severed finger, Eleanor Williams’ testimony left the nation aghast. The 24-year-old, from Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, claimed to have been beaten, tortured and forced to have sex with scores of men at sordid sex parties from the age of 12 … Read more
LOCATION staycations are set to be big news in 2025, with a host of films and TV series featuring the very best of England’s towns, cities and stunning countryside as backdrops to on-screen action. Lisa Minot lifts the lid on how you can explore the locations for some of 2025’s movie and telly moments. Beyond … Read more
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD boy is fighting for his life after a terrifying M6 crash which killed five people including his mum, her partner and two kids. Arran Martin is in a coma following the collision on the motorway in Cumbria last Tuesday. 3 Arran Martin, seven, is fighting for his lifeCredit: Go Fund Me 3 Arran’s … Read more
NEED a spa staycay before the festive season hits? Look no further. . . we visit three and put them to the test. 11 Sinead McIntyre and her family enjoyed R&R in at The Swan in Cumbria The Swan, Cumbria Editor In Chief Sinead McIntyre and her family enjoyed R&R in Newby Bridge. The Pad: Set in … Read more
HOBBY horses will replace real steeds at an historic country show because of health and safety concerns. Organisers said they wanted to protect the welfare of the animals and their riders, as well as blaming recent heavy rain. 2 The Millom and Broughton Agricultural Show will not have horses this year 2 All live animals … Read more
BOOKWORMS in the UK have plenty of options for staycations, in which they can combine their passion for reading with a holiday. However, one of those options might fly under the radar a little more than others. 6 The small town of Sedbergh is England’s official book townCredit: Getty 6 Sedbergh hosts literature festivals and … Read more
FIVE men have been arrested at Appleby Horse Fair after a teen boy was reportedly assaulted. The 16-year-old was allegedly attacked in the middle of a field that had been converted into a campsite for the annual get-together. 2 The 16-year-old was allegedly attacked in the middle of a field that had been converted into … Read more
PLANS have been revealed for a brand new £2million attraction as part of proposals to develop a “forgotten” coastal town in the UK. People in Millom, Cumbria felt it was being left behind until it was earmarked for £20.6m worth of investment in 2022. 5 A new £2million transformation project has been given the go-ahead … Read more
BRIT holidaymakers heading to the Lake District are likely to visit places like Keswick and Ambleside – but there are plenty of other lesser-known towns and villages that certainly deserve some attention. One of those places is Hawkshead, a quaint village tucked inside the Lake District National Park. 5 Hawkshead is a quaint village tucked … Read more
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