Planning a trip to Ullswater

Getting There -- About three trains from London's Euston Station arrive daily in Penrith, this region's main rail junction. Usually, a change of trains isn't necessary. For schedules and information, call tel. 0845/748-4950 or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk. Once in Penrith, passengers usually take a taxi to Ullswater.

Two Stagecoach buses (tel. 0870/608-2608; www.stagecoachbus.com) stop at the Penrith Bus Station daily on their way between Carlisle and Keswick. Passengers must take a taxi from Penrith to Ullswater.

If you're driving from Penrith, go southeast on the B5320.