CUMBRIA will be thrust into the limelight this week when the beautiful Lake District hits the big screen in the new Swallows and Amazons adaptation.

The film, which stars Kelly Macdonald, Rafe Spall, Harry Enfield and Andrew Scott, will be released in cinemas nationwide on the Friday August 19 during the summer holidays, making it the perfect time for families to be inspired to have their own adventures and follow in the footsteps of the young explorers.

With locations including Boon Crag Farm in Coniston and Derwentwater in Keswick showcasing our stunning scenery on big screen, the whole country will be able to see how the area is the perfect place for an outdoor adventure.

From sailing on the lakes to exploring ancient woodlands there is nowhere else more suited for the ultimate family escape.

Rachel Tyson, head of marketing and sales at Cumbria Tourism, says: “We are really excited about the release of this brand new adaptation of Swallows and Amazons and look forward to welcoming many fans to visit the iconic locations for themselves, and have their own summer of adventure in the Lake District, in Cumbria.

"We look forward to the positive impact the film will have on the local economy and we hope to see an increase in bookings and trade across the county.”

In July, Keswick’s Theatre by the Lake took centre stage welcoming the cast and crew for the World Premiere of the film which was very well received by all who attended.

Director Philippa Lowthorpe says: "It was hugely important to me that we filmed Swallows and Amazons in the Lake District. We filmed on Coniston and Derwentwater, with Herbert Island doubling as the infamous Wildcat Island. The Lake District is more than just a location in the film and Arthur Ransome’s story, it’s as important as any lead character. It was exhilarating to capture its epic beauty on the big screen.

"We hope the film's release this August will inspire families to go out and have their own adventures in the Great British countryside and we can’t think of a better place to visit than the glorious Lakes."

Cumbria is no stranger when it comes to being chosen as the perfect blockbuster setting with Miss Potter, King Arthur and even Snow White showcasing the beautiful Cumbrian countryside on big screen.

Swallows and Amazons hits cinema screens nationwide on Thursday August 19.