Camping is a favored leisure activity for many young people in the UK. Setting up tents with friends, gazing at the endless horizon of the sea, or the glow of fireflies, accompanied by the aroma of BBQ, the chirping of insects, and birdsong, it feels like at this moment one can temporarily escape the pressures of study and work and unwind. Although the UK is not vast, its undulating terrain has created excellent natural landscapes – the Lake District, Peak District, Highlands, each with its own characteristics and activities.
Keswick, Lake District
With over 100 camping sites in the UK, none are as popular as England’s Lake District, often referred to as the “back garden of England”. This camping site is nestled in the beautiful Lake District. If you’re tired of the crowds in the Lake District and seek a quiet place to admire the scenery and relax, this is a great choice.
Keswick is an ancient town near the Lake District, dating back to the Victorian era. The town is backed by Skiddaw and nestled by Helvellyn. Several streams flow south into the Borrowdale Valley, with several woodland paths leading to nearby cliffs and waterfalls. Exploring outside Keswick is a great option, with some of the Lake District’s most beautiful scenery and England’s highest peak, Scafell Pike. Keswick is also a paradise for hikers, offering over a dozen hiking trails to choose from. The town also boasts numerous shops selling hiking, climbing, and camping equipment.
Here, you can leave behind the fast pace of the city and embrace the slow pace of nature, listening to the sounds of blossoming flowers and singing leaves. For those with good physical fitness, you can climb Scafell Pike and then overlook the entire town from the summit, experiencing an unforgettable visual spectacle.
