A famous mountainous pass in the Lake District has been deemed a 'must for petrolheads and nature lovers alike'.

Now we are finally getting a proper summer, the temptation to go on a scenic drive can prove all but too tempting.

And where is the best place? Cumbria, of course.

The Lake District has a plethora of famous routes that take you over the hills and through the villages.

With that in mind, experts at Hankook Tire UK have compiled a handy list of the most scenic drives to help make the most of your self-drive adventure, with a road trip in Cumbria ranking as one of the top four across the UK.

Honister Pass, Cumbria

According to the experts, Honister Pass is a "must for petrolheads and nature lovers alike".

They said: "Honister Pass is a mountainous pass in the Lake District, connecting Seatoller in the valley of Borrowdale to Gatesgarth at the southern end of Buttermere.

"Bear in mind that the road here is very steep, reaching a 19.3% maximum gradient, so it’s vital to take extra care when embarking on this route. That said, the views at the summit are among the best in the country, making the arduous trip all the more worthwhile.

"Here, you’ll find Honister Slate Mine, where you can take a guided tour through its tunnels and caves and learn how the mine is extracting the slate which was formed some 400 million years ago.

"If you fancy exploring a bit further afield, some footpaths lead from the summit to Fleewith Pike, Grey Knotts and Dale Head."

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People love to share their experiences of Honister Pass online, including ScottyGee81 who left a review on Tripadvisor describing the ‘unbelievable views’ and ‘great driving experience’.

Meanwhile, on TikTok, one user commented: ‘England has some amazing roads. and this is one of them’ in response to a video showcasing the scenic route.

Honister Pass was one of four routes selected by Hankook Tire UK, with drives in Scotland, the Peak District and Northern Ireland also featuring.