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In 1799 William Wordsworth arrived in Grasmere aged 29, largely unknown and writing innovative poetry in a new style. Whilst living at Dove Cottage with his family, Wordsworth wrote many of his greatest poems and his sister Dorothy kept her insightful Grasmere journal. Visit Wordsworth Grasmere and discover the story of this remarkable time in his life. As well as Dove Cottage and the other historic buildings at Wordsworth Grasmere, we look after a unique collection of works by Wordsworth and the other writers and artists of the Romantic period. At the heart of this collection are the manuscripts that Wordsworth’s descendants gave to the Wordsworth Trust in 1935 so that they could remain here, where they were largely written and inspired. This is one of the things that make Wordsworth Grasmere so special. It is very unusual to find the original works of such a major writer at the very place with which he or she is most associated.

Play your part in the Lake District National Park - the UK's latest World Heritage Site. Discover. Explore. Inspire. Around 200 staff work for the Lake District National Park. They include rangers taking care of our special landscape, advisers at our information centres who make sure tourists have an amazing visit, property teams, planners and archaeologists. Administrative staff and those working at our head office help provide the infrastructure and support vital to our care of the outdoors. The Lake District is home to the highest mountain in England in Scafell Pike, and the deepest lakes in Wastwater and Windermere. Our purpose is to enhance the unique environment of the National Park and manage it as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where: · the landscape and its diverse wildlife thrives · the more than 40,000 people who live and work in the park create vibrant, prosperous communities · our millions of visitors enjoy an outstanding experience. Find out more about the Lake District as a World Heritage Site at: www.lakesworldheritage.co.uk and use #WeAreTheLakes on social media to celebrate this special place. Our journey towards this vision requires us to work alongside others who share our dependency on, and passion for, this inspirational part of the country. So, in addition to delivering our own services with professionalism and pride, we will continue to work closely with the Lake District National Park Partnership and other stakeholders. As stewards of a truly special landscape, about which Wordsworth said, “every man has a right and an interest who has an eye to perceive and a heart to enjoy”, we will encourage others to help us create a truly sustainable National Park. Visit our website: http://www.lakedistrict.gov.uk Follow us on Twitter: @lakedistrictnpa Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/lakedistrictnationalpark Be inspired on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lakedistrictnpa

We operate cruises on Windermere, England’s largest natural lake in the heart of the English Lake District. Our scenic cruises range from 45 minutes to over 3 hours in length and are ideal for individuals, groups or as a highlight to any Lake District or UK itinerary. Let us work with you: • We offer cruises to fit any budget or itinerary, let us do the planning based upon you/your group’s needs. • Combine a cruise on Windermere with a visit to the many local attractions surrounding the lake. We have over 15 packages available that add cultural, natural or historical attractions to your lake cruise. • Discounts for groups of 20 or more passengers and further discounts for businesses that use us frequently. • One-stop-shop for group bookings: let us arrange the cruise, attractions & catering for you and your customers. • Partnership working is what we do best. Find out how we can work with your travel business, coach company, tour operator, hotel or supplier. Largest Attraction in Cumbria / 6th most visited paid attraction in England / ETOA Member / 2017 Coach Tourism Awards Winner /UKInbound Member / Great China Welcome Accredited /