Grasmere named among England's most scenic villages

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 1 Nov, 06:15 · Archive

The Cumbrian village of Grasmere has been named one of England's 11 most scenic towns and villages for 2026 by World Atlas.

Grasmere, a lakeside village in Cumbria, has been named one of England's 11 most scenic towns and villages for 2026 by World Atlas. The village is known for its literary history and natural beauty, with poet William Wordsworth describing it as 'the loveliest spot that man has ever found.' The Lake District National Park characterises it as full of 'picturesque pebbledash cottages, slate roofs and Victorian villas' that create 'classic Cumbrian charm.'

Property in Grasmere comes at a premium. The average house price in the village over the past year was £562,500 according to Rightmove, more than double the North West regional average of £221,000. Semi-detached homes sold for an average of £375,000, whilst terraced properties reached £750,000. Despite these figures, prices have dropped by 22% compared to the previous year and are now 16% below the 2017 peak of £666,765.

The village lies in Westmorland and Furness and takes its name from nearby Grasmere Water. It has long been a popular destination in the Lake District, with attractions including Dove Cottage, once home to William Wordsworth, and scenic walking routes offering 'still water, wooded shoreline, and views of the surrounding fells'.

How it is being reported

• Cumbria village named among most scenic in England - how much it costs to live thereGrasmere was highlighted as one of the most scenic in the country - but how much does it cost to live there?Westmorland Gazette · 1 Nov, 05:00
• Cumbria village named among most scenic in England - how much it costs to live thereGrasmere was highlighted as one of the most scenic in the country - but how much does it cost to live there?NW Evening Mail · 1 Nov, 05:00

In this story: Grasmere · Cumbria · World Atlas · William Wordsworth · Lake District · Westmorland and Furness

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