Think of things to do in the Lake District and, besides wintery stomps or sunny lounges by the spectacular bodies of water, you could be a little stumped. It’s that startling beauty which attracts people to this UNESCO World Heritage Site – but there’s also a fantastic culinary scene, and activities galore should the rain dampen a family holiday. The importance that Cumbria places on food is even apparent if you stop off at the county’s award-winning service station, Tebay, on the way….

