Escape to the Lake District for a weekend of wellbeing

Gone are the days of partying ‘til dawn on a sunset strip, the latest holiday trend sees wellness breaks top the desired list. Taking a trip away is often associated with excessive and indulgent food and drink, with more and more people demanding an experience that delivers on more levels than just culinary, the wellbeing holiday was born. If you’re looking for a healthy holiday that will restore both your mind and body, then a wellbeing weekend may well be for you.

Yet wellness holidays are no longer reserved for spa-breaks, they can now include everything from yoga and walking to hiking, cycling and personal discovery trips, all of which are designed with a healthier and happier lifestyle in mind. A wellness break offers the opportunity to visit a new and exciting destination, but instead of being bombarded with the hustle and bustle of a tourist trap, the option to focus on more relaxing activities appears significantly more appealing.

The Lake District is just one of the many fantastically unique areas within the UK which offer a vast array of options for a break which is sure to reset your mental and physical balance. Though there are various operators and businesses offering wellness weekend “packages” or deals, there really is no better way to have the ultimate relaxing experience than to indulge in a break that’s been specifically catered to your every need. By building your own holiday, you’re much more likely to choose accommodation and activities that support your wellbeing aims.

Starting with accommodation, wellness weekends are focused on relaxing, relaxing, relaxing so it’s important to select a place where you will feel comfortable and at one with both yourself and nature. Though there are hotels and spa destinations within the area, for the ultimate in tranquillity, head to one of the many Lake District cottages in the area. With everything from country boltholes nestled into the rolling hills to properties with lakeside access and yoga decks, there’s a place for everyone.

When it comes down to the activities to undertake throughout your wellness break within the Lakes, there are too many to choose from! Narrowing down the options to just a couple of activities each day should allow for plenty of down time at the end of the day. The park itself offers a fantastic range of walking and cycling tours, or you could simply head off and explore the National park under your own steam to discover beautiful views and a peaceful tranquillity like never before. There are also indoor and outdoor community yoga classes dotted throughout the quaint towns and villages; the friendly local communities make each of the classes extremely welcoming.

If group activities aren’t your thing, or your idea of wellness is taking some time to yourself, the Lakes offer an abundance of wide-open spaces in which to take a moment to reflect. Whether setting up a resting spot by one of the beautiful open waters, or reading a book surrounded by wildlife, the possibilities within the Cumbrian county are endless.

However you choose to spend your wellness weekend, it’s important to take time to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and invest in your personal self. Looking after your mental and physical health is key in the world of self-care and we are certainly more productive in life if we are content. By taking a short break away and delving into those simple activities that we may not have access to in our day to day lives, we’re much more likely to be happier and healthier long-term.