National parks of The united kingdom Выполнил студент группы МЭ.09.16.02 Груздов Сергей

1. Lake District National Park Lake District National Park is situated in the northwest of England in the county of Cumbria. It is considered the most beautiful place in the whole country offering some of the most beautiful scenery. It is not surprising that this area annually attracts more than 18 million people. The mountainous landscape is home to about sixty larger or smaller lakes, after which it is named. Established in 1951, Lake District National Park is with its area of 2292 square kilometers the 2nd largest national park in the UK and the largest one in England. The area around Derwentwater and Buttermere lakes are definitely the most beautiful here.

Derwentwater lake, Lake District, National parks in the UK by Diliff

2. Peak District National Park Peak District National Park is truly exceptional natural phenomenon. You will hardly find nature like this in any other European country. It was founded in 1951 and protects the area of 1437 square kilometers. Cycling, hiking, or horse riding are very popular activities in this national park and you are recommended to try camping in one of many campsites in the area. 55 kilometers of trails are a guarantee of well spent and active UK holidays.

Derwent Valley from Curbar Edge, Peak District National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by David Guyler You will be amazed by the beautiful scenery, clean rivers and streams, varied flora, varied fauna including rare orchids, heather moorland, limestone plateaus, stalactite caves and infinite numbers of sheep. In addition to the hilly evergreen scenery, there are also lots of History Museums and magnificent palaces such as Buxton and Chatsworth House. Black Clough Waterfall, Peak District National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by Stephen Bowler

3. Dartmoor National Park If you are looking to try and get the best weather when you go away, you may wish to think about Dartmoor National Park. Being located in Devon, so being quite far south, you are more likely to get better weather than some of the other national parks around. Old Bridge in Postbridge, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England, National Parks in the UK by Michal Stehlík

Dartmoor National Park is characterized by rugged landscape covered with heaths, bogs, and granite rocks. Granite plain covers an area of about 1200 square kilometers and rises to an altitude of 500-600 meters. In the middle of this amazing landscape, you can find granite rocks known as Dartmoor tors, which look like statues from afar. The White Lady waterfall at Lydford Gorge, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England, National Parks in the UK by john spivey

4. Exmoor National Park Dartmoor, as well as Exmoor National Parks, are both located in the county of Devon, situated on the southwestern edge of the country. While Dartmoor is inland, Exmoor National Park boasts the longest coastline of all national parks in England. Lynton and Lynmouth are the most popular villages in the park thanks to their Cliff Railway. The area of 694 km2 has been designated a National Park back in 1954. Valley of Rocks near Lynton in Exmoor National Park, Devon, England, National Parks in the UK by Nilfanion

Tarr Steps, Exmoor National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by Stefan Kühn

5. North York Moors National Park Situated in the eastern – central part of the country, North York Moors National Park is one of nine UK National Parks that are located at the coastline. It was established in 1952 and its main features are Heather moorland or impressive coastline. It has something to offer for the whole family, including charming villages, forests, rugged coastline, but even sights, such as abbeys, castles and much more. There are lots of hiking and walking trails around the park. However, you can explore the park from the train as well. North York Moors National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by Welcome to Yorkshire

Thomason Foss, North York Moors National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by Mick Garratt

6. Yorkshire Dales National Park Yorkshire Dales National Park is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists as well as those who love horseback riding. It is a land full of amazing valleys, beautiful towns and villages, caves, gorges, waterfalls, UNESCO sights and other attractions you cannot miss on your UK holidays. Blakethwaite Lead Mine, Yorkshire Dales National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by Andrew Bowden

Catrigg Force, Yorkshire Dales National Park, England, National Parks in the UK by Cat Burston