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Spring at The Tranquil Otter
Spring is on its way. I have chosen my top five ways to enjoy the outdoors. Cumbria is one of the most beautiful and unpolluted parts of the UK.
- Top of the list has to be the night sky. I feel when I look to the sky on a clear night – that there are so many stars. So take your seat in the hottub, turn off the lights and lift your eyes to the skies.
- Woodland Walk listening to birdsong. Mature woodlands surround The Lough at the Tranquil Otter. Take a walk any time of the day and listen to the birds starting their springtime chatter. See if you can spot the difference between a territorial spat or a mating call?
- Enjoy the Forest. Choose your Forest, and choose your pace. Whinlatter is the only mountain Forest in the UK. Walk, run, cycle, Segway or Go Ape. All of these are available at Whinlatter Forest.
- Swim in the lakes. Join the revival in outdoor swimming, from dipping your toes in the lake water to going the whole hog. Learn more here.
- Picnic as part of your walk, swim or as an end in itself. There are so many beautiful places to choose from. Learn more here.
Cranston’s at Orton Grange
A great place to grab food for your picnic, breakfast, BBQ or tea. The meat counter has burgers, sausages and prepared meat that you can pop in the oven. The cold meat & salad counter is my favourite, steak pies, sliced meats, cheese and salad.
Forest Segway Go Ape
Re-opens March 27th
The Winlatter Off road Segway forest run reopens for Spring at the end of March. Climb aboard one of their all-terrain Segways, for some unrivalled Cumbrian views.
Find out more and book online by visiting their website here.
Walking Checklist
There’s nothing to beat walking in the Lake District and Cumbria on a crisp spring day. But while everything looks beautiful, it makes sense to do a bit of preparation.
This article provides a checklist for of things to consider before you venture out.
Latrigg Fell near Keswick
Looking for an easy family walk with outstanding views? You’ll climb 120 metres and the views over Keswick are outstanding and well worth the climb.
Parking is near Keswick Pools and you can approach the Fell from Spoonygreen Lane, an easy circular route up and around the summit.
We recommend that you take Ordnance Survey Explorer OL4 for this walk. Details of the walk can also be found on the Lake District National Park’s website, under “Miles without Stiles” here.
Find out more about Latrigg Fell here.
Rickerby Park
A gorgeous park, hugging the banks of the River Eden, with an abundant variety of trees and wildlife. Enjoy a tranquil walk, sit and reflect by the riverbank or take a picnic on one of the benches. One of our favourite green spaces in Carlisle, learn more here.
Rickerby Retreat & Assembly Restaurant
Enjoy Rickerby Park from the rooftop terrace of the Assembly Restuarant. An elegant space, serving quality food with a modern twist and fine wine. It’s best to book. If you want to make a day of it, book yourself in for a spa treatment onsite. We advise booking ahead.
The Filling Station Keswick, CA12 5PR
A family-friendly cafe/diner, which is also dog-friendly. It’s always great to see all-day breakfast on the menu, which features Brunch, Lakeland Steakburgers, Eggs Benedict, sweet or savoury American style pancakes, and a selection of vegetarian dishes.
Tel : 017687 72103
www.fillingstationcafe.co.uk
Spa Treatment
Eden Beauty provide spa treatments to guests at the Tranquil Otter in the privacy of their lodge. They do get booked up. Please call 07818 071373 to book an appointment.
Alternatives include:
www.secretgardenspa.co.uk
www.theloftbeautyroom.co.uk
Rickerby Retreat
Want to combine spa with swim & sauna, try Rickerby Retreat spa, where you can enjoy complimentary use of the swimming pool, steam room and sauna when you book from selected treatments. 01228 544200.
Click here to view available treatments…
Leah: Queen of the Realm
She loves to roam. We’d like your help in making sure she comes home for dinner.