Discover world-famous
Poets & Authors
in the Lake District
The woman who brought the world Peter Rabbit and his friends is justly famous as an author an illustrator of well-loved childrens' stories.
Before her death though, she was better known for her passionate love of the land and waters of the Lake District. We reveal the truth beind the author who should really be known as Helen Heelis...
Some of the most loved children's stories of the 20th century were Arthur Ransome's 'Swallows and Amazons' books.
Amazingly, the unassuming author behind these tales of innocence and pirate adventure harboured an almost unbelievable secret. He was at various times, wanted by both the Russian and English Governments for espionage and diamond smuggling...
Take a look at why William Wordsworth, Lakeland's world-famous Romantic Poet, is connected to Grasmere Gingerbread.
Discover the little-known memorial Wordsworth placed for his brother, high in the hills above Thirlmere. See the obscure location at which Captain Flint the Pirate taught the Swallows to fish, and visit the real island home of Old Brown, The Owl from 'The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin'.
We reveal these and dozens more curious hidden stories behind the the Lake District you thought you knew.
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An hour of stunning stories and all-new footage from the northern half of The Lake District - a land filled with Kings, knights, eagles and wolves. A region of splendid isolation and bitter controversy.
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Discover over 65 minutes of fascinating tales and all-new footage from the southern half of The Lake District. A region bursting with daredevils, poets and authors - with astounding scenery and curious history.
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This special guidebook picks up where all other guides stop. As you explore new corners and visit your favourite locations, you'll discover the incredible true stories hiding in plain sight.
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Indulge your passion for the Lake District and don't miss stories and amazing footage from your favourite locations with over two hours of the most complete tour of the region ever produced.
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Thousands of years of occupation have seen Bronze-age miners, Romans, Vikings, Normans and Victorians alike stamp their distinct mark upon the region.
Scratch the surface and you'll discover a unique mix of cultures.
Discover the gruesome details behind 2 separate "Lady Of The Lake" murders.
Learn about the imposter & fraudster MP who seduced a teenage girl before going on the run.
Uncovered: The terrifying exorcisms, ghosts and ghouls which haunt every corner of the Lake District.
Revealed: The UFO incident which sparked international panic.
Learn about the incredible record-setting exploits of Donald Campbell & Sir Henry Segrave, and the tragedy which connects them.
For the first time, you can fly high over England's most spectacular scenery.
We bring you unique footage of never-before filmed locations, and all the favourite tourist spots.
Revealed: The historical Lake District events behind the legend of King Arthur.
See the damage caused by Coniston's evil fairies, and what remains of a church destroyed by the devil himself