Christmas In The Lake District Idyllic

We've all been warned that the snow is heading this way, it's the middle of November and the bets are being placed for another white Christmas! Will it or won't it? The tips of the Lakeland Mountains are covered with snow, but at such a distance we cannot make out whether the depth is adequate to justify a white Christmas. How does the white Christmas bet system work anyway? Is it based on snow actually falling on this festive day or does it mean to wake up on this day, to draw back your curtains and be greeted with a white feathery like view?
Either way whether this is on or prior to the day there really is nothing better than to wake up on one of the most glorious days known to man, with a crackle of the fire in the background and ever so melting scent of mulled wine seeping through.

The perfect vision, the idyllic dream of waking up on Christmas morning with the greeting of excited children scampering into the bedroom to enthuse you with the same enthralling attitude they have, to jump onto the bed ever so lively while you lie toasty under the feather filled duvet, daring to dip your toe out into the air.

When energy gained and a certain percentage of enthusiasm has been allowed to grasp you, you are then able to take a leisurely stroll into the living quarters where yet again the children ensure you are wide awake by ever so kindly increasing the volume as well as adding musical notes to the unwrapping of their gifts. This is now the time where the mulled wine or bucks fizz comes into play, a large glass of your favourite Christmas tipple first thing in the morning is acceptable on this particular day, besides it's so full of snow out there, there is certainly no way you are willing to take the risk of venturing into the frozen midst of the beautiful Lake District while you can enjoy the comfort of your log fire and the magnificent view on your terrace.

If you are lucky enough to stay in a cottage with an Aga then Christmas dinner is a case of letting the Aga do the work, alternatively you may be also be lucky enough to stay in a Lake District village with restaurants that are open for Christmas day, in which case do ensure it is not far to walk as to make plans for journeys using your vehicle at this time of the year in the Lake District is not a wise idea!

Whatever your plans your Christmas in the Lake District is a sure set winner, there really is no better place to be at this magical time of year with or without children, the Lake and mountainous terrain add further sparkle and the crackling of the fire the smell of the fire fumes that add warmth to the cold night air, brings back all memories of Christmas past, present and for the future.