A LAKE District forest has been named as one of the most popular places in the UK to enjoy autumn foliage, according to new research from a holiday park operator.

For the autumn lovers amongst us, holiday park operator, Verdant Leisure, has revealed the 10 best parks and forests for viewing the beautiful foliage of the season, based on the percentage of woodland in each spot, and the number of positive TripAdvisor reviews left in September, October and November.

As trees across the UK start to change colour, new research has revealed the 10 best places to enjoy autumnal foliage, and it has revealed Whinlatter Forest as the third best places to spot autumn foliage. 

Whinlatter Forest Park was beaten to the top spot by Culzean Country Park in Ayrshire and Moors Valley Country Park in Hampshire.

 Whinlatter Forest Park is nestled amongst the unique backdrop of Keswick in the Lake District, renowned for its breath taking nature, including lakes and mountains.

With 100 per cent of the park comprising forest of fir, spruce and oak trees, as well as rising up to 790 metres, it’s one of the best locations for taking in the changing of the seasons.