Cartmel named one of the best chocolate box villages in UK

The picturesque location is nestled on the south edge of the Lake District National Park.

According to Fulton Umbrellas, it is every bit as enchanting as its appearance on countless chocolate boxes suggests.

Its idyllic stone cottages, winding lanes, and quaint bridges crossing a tranquil river make it the perfect destination for an upcoming family staycation or a peaceful weekend retreat.

With two Michelin-star restaurants and a reputation for the country's best sticky toffee pudding, you certainly won't go hungry during your visit.

The 12th-century Cartmel Priory, with its intricate carvings and stained-glass windows, is also worth a visit.

Fans of the great outdoors will enjoy the variety of walking routes nearby, including Eggerslack and Hampsfield.

These ancient woodlands become a stunning carpet of bright bluebells come springtime.

But among the pantheon of vibrant villages and towns across the UK, Cartmel holds a unique charm.

Its presence on souvenir chocolate boxes is no coincidence; Cartmel perfectly personifies the romantic vision of traditional British country life.

Its historic charm and rural beauty make it an undisputed gem among the UK's picturesque chocolate box locations.

The village provides a feast for the eyes with its cute stone cottages and blooming flower boxes.

There’s perhaps no better way to truly appreciate UK history, or life in the countryside, than spending time in such a picture-perfect location.

As one of the UK's most endearing and iconic villages, Cartmel serves as a timeless testament to the quintessential British charm.

Regardless of where you are in the UK, there's likely a chocolate-box-worthy village nearby waiting to be discovered.

Other places on the list include: Bibury and Painswick in Gloucestershire, Haworth in West Yorkshire, Portmeirion in Gwynedd, and Luss in Loch Lomond.