Way Out West

Back on the road and away from the computer to research the latest leg of Cumbria With Kids.

Here's the video blog from the latest journey. If it's slow to download, you can see it here on YouTube too.

Cumbria without the crowds

Good news for the Lake District. The domain of winsome poets and hardy hikers takes second place behind Cornwall as the destination of choice this summer in a poll of UK holidaymakers.

   The report, published by the budget hotel group, Travelodge, is the latest to talk up the Great British summer of domestic tourism we're hearing so much about.

   But does this mean the rural byways and hiking trails will be full to bursting this summer? Is there plenty of Lakeland charm to share around?

   Maybe you know some hidden-gem Cumbrian hang outs that the coach parties still bypass and the tourist throngs still miss.

   Post details here and tell us all about them. I've got a potential project coming up in Cumbria and your input will be much appreciated.