DEREK LAMBIE saddles up and heads to Cumbria for a short break at Center Parcs, a resort where children, bicycles and getting wet are a match made in heaven?

THINK Lake District, think water. Whichever way you turn, there’s little hope of escaping the wet stuff says FRANK CORLESS.

From singalongs to historical theatre tours, there's plenty to get you excited over the British Bank Holiday, reveals CHARLOTTE CIVIL

With National Pet Month starting today, LUCY GILMORE finds pet-friendly spots

PATRICK LENNON and JOHN MAHONEY visit the Lake District

This week we are loving Gilpin Lake House, Cumbria says LEAH SIMPSON

Check into a plush caravan by Lake Windermere with all mod cons for a bargain fun-filled holiday with the kids says NIGEL ROE

Alfred Wainwright became synonymous with the Lake District through his illustrated guides. To mark the 80th anniversary of his first visit, RICHARD WEBBER takes on five of his celebrated walks

Following last year's deluge in the Lake District, Cockermouth is now firmly back in business, finds BRIAN PEDLEY

With its magnificent waterside setting, Storrs Hall Hotel is the perfect base for a weekend in Cumbria, says LESLEY GRANT