Virtual Tour – Discover the Lake District Coast, with Tess Pike

In the central Lakes the hidden gems are often little visited corners of a tourist honeypot, but this evening I’m going to transport you in your mind’s eye to a much larger hidden gem that for many years has hidden its light under a bushel – the Lake District coast. I’m going to guide you from Ulverston to Aspatria through a rich landscape with fine beaches, magnificent views and a compelling story.

Virtual Tour – The Wonders of Whitehaven, with Tess Pike

This evening’s virtual tour will transport you from Whitehaven’s magnificent harbour, from which 80% of Ireland’s coal was once shipped, up into the broad streets of the 17th century New Town, described in the late 1700s as “one of the handsomest in the North of England…as populous as it is elegant”

Virtual Tour – In the footsteps of L.S. Lowry: Gateway to Ennerdale, with Tess Pike

Join me for a virtual tour of Egremont, Cleator Moor and the maze of settlements on the edge of the western fells.

Virtual Tour – Sea Valley Mountains, with Tess Pike

This evening’s virtual tour will lead you from the rugged coastline of St Bees through the river valleys and into the heart of the western Lakes.

Virtual Tour – Millom: nestled in the shadow of Black Combe, with Tess Pike

When I think of Millom, poet Norman Nicholson springs to mind, and I remember a wonderful day I once spent there with fellow Blue Badge Guides. We explored Millom Castle, marvelled at the beautiful stained glass windows in ancient Holy Trinity Church, and finished our day at Millom Discovery Centre. The town really is a hidden gem that’s so full of history – join me on a virtual tour of discovery.