Lake District, July 2022: It is a given that the Lake District is a super popular destination for a staycation, one of the most beautiful parts of Great Britain, England's largest National Park and a World Heritage Site, but how do you make sure you see the very best of it on a fleeting visit? You book a “Making Memories” package at Linthwaite House (https://leeucollection.com/UK), which includes a full day of hiking with Steve Watts, who will take you to the most idyllic, Instagrammable spots in the area.

Steve has over 30 years of experience of walking and running the Lake District fells, and his knowledge of Lakeland life, its people and its pastimes is second to none, so you can expect to end the day with a wealth of knowledge, as well as plenty of incredible images to share with friends on social media and to relive many happy memories in years to come.

As it is a private one-day hike with Steve, the walk is totally tailored to your interests and abilities, whether you wish to dip into the life of Beatrix Potter, walk alongside shimmering lakes or hike up steep fell climbs. Following a pre-arrival discussion, Steve will create the personalised itinerary and agree a perfect starting point with you. Then all that's left is for Linthwaite House to provide a complimentary packed lunch and a Herdy flask full of a comforting hot drink or a refreshing cold drink and off you go to experience the best of the Lakes.

After the most magical of days out, there are plenty of peaceful corners in the grounds of Linthwaite House to relax and let tired limbs recuperate: there is a boules pitch, a croquet lawn and a large outdoor chess set, as well as plenty of sheltered seating areas and a small private lake on which to gently row a boat. With a delicious three-course dining experience in Michelin-starred chef Simon Rogan's inhouse restaurant Henrock providing the icing on the cake.

To book the “Making Memories” package, with rates starting from £830 for two people sharing a Classic Room, visit https://leeucollection.com/UK or call 01539 488 600. The package comprises a full-day guided hike for two with Steve Watts, a three-course dinner in Henrock, overnight accommodation and breakfast, as well as a packed lunch and Herdy flask; transfers to the start of the hike are not included.

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NOTES TO EDITORS

Linthwaite House, originally built as a five-bedroom family residence in 1901, was converted into a B&B in 1969 and has grown over the years into what it has become today: a 36-bedroom boutique hotel set within 14 acres of landscaped gardens with a private tarn (small lake).

Leeu Collection, a dynamic and fast-growing hotel group owned by Indian entrepreneur Analjit Singh, or BAS as he is affectionately known, acquired Linthwaite House from Mike Bevan (who had owned the property for over 25 years) in April 2016.

Since then, the property has undergone an extensive refurbishment, costing in excess of £12 million, that has included refreshing all the interiors of the existing early 20th century building (with 3o bedrooms), an extended conservatory and terrace that make the very most of the panoramic views over Lake Windermere, a re-landscaping of the 14-acre gardens (which are now scattered with a large number of impressive sculptures) and the creation of six all-new Fell Suites in the grounds.

Its location, above Bowness-on-Windermere and with panoramic views across Windermere to the stunning fells of the South Lakes, offers guests complete privacy.

Address:

Crook Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, LA23 3JA

Leeu Collection (in Sanskrit singh means lion, which is leeu in Afrikaans) comprises three five-star boutique properties in South Africa (Leeu Estates, a 17-room country house retreat and boutique winery in the Franschhoek valley; Leeu House, a 12-room hotel in the heart of Franschhoek village; and Le Quartier Français, a romantic 32-room hotel with two independent villas also located in the village) and Linthwaite House.

Extending beyond the offering of luxury accommodation, Analjit Singh is a partner in Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines, which produces award-winning wines in the Swartland wine region some 80km north of Cape Town.

Leeu Collection also has a partnership with Everard Read, which showcases contemporary artworks by Southern African artists. Everard Reads' first Franschhoek gallery is a considered space adjacent to Le Quartier Français in the heart of Franschhoek, while the new gallery showcasing monumental art and featuring a sculpture garden is located on Leeu Estates, with indoor and outdoor artworks.

For more information, hi res images and to discuss a review visit, please contact:

Sue Heady
Heady Communications
sue@headycommunications.com

T: 01608 651692 or 078 5595 0705