The Lake District has the UK's favourite beauty spot according to millions of British TV viewers. Faced with a choice of oustanding places throughout the country, viewers voted Wastwater in the Lake Distritct as the most picturesque place to see. Wastwater at nearly three miles long, almost half a mile wide, with a depth of 258 feet, is the deepest lake in England. Add to the fact that it is overlooked by England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike at 3,210 feet, it is a special place indeeed for cruise customers to visit. And with a special deal on port fees, there has never been a better time to discuss how we can meet your business needs. For more information on why the Lake District should feature in your itineraries, please contact Keri Smith, ksmith@cumbriatourism.org, tel. +00 44 1539 825006

Miss Potter the long awaited movie recounting the life of Peter Rabbit author, Beatrix Potter, is now on general release. Widely well received by critics, Renee Zellweger stars as the author with the other star being the beautiful Lake District which provides the backdrop to the film. Nigel Wool, the movie's Executive Producer was so impressed that he said "the scenery is second to none ... I'd love to come back to the lake District. Find out how your customers will be enchanted by the Lake District by visiting www.visitmisspotter.com