A PAIR of shuttle bus services are to run in tourist hotspots in the Lake District this summer. 

The vehicles will operate in the Buttermere and Wasdale areas and cost £2 for an adult fare.

The scheme has been organised by the Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA) and partners.

Emma Moody, LDNPA lead strategy advisor for recreation and sustainable transport, said the buses had been 'very popular over the last couple of years'.

“Both the Buttermere and Wasdale valleys can get very busy with traffic during peak times so this is an ideal solution to ensure that people really can make the most out of their day," she said.

Cllr Anne Quilter, cabinet member for vibrant and healthy places at Cumberland Council, said: “The shuttle buses are a chance to sit back, relax and connect with your stunning surroundings.

"Developing sustainable travel habits should not be demanding on our visitors or residents."

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Each bus will run on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays.

The Buttermere service is to begin running tomorrow and will travel between Cockermouth and Buttermere via Low Lorton. The bus will be available until August 28.

The Wasdale service will run from Ravenglass to Wasdale via Gosforth then move between the Nether Wasdale car park and Wasdale Head. It will return to Ravenglass at the end of the day. The bus will be available throughout June, July and August.

Visit tinyurl.com/49w3xjyn to view the timetables.