WITH it officially being springtime, many people will be dreaming of spending their free time in a picture-perfect sunny location as the days get longer and temperatures rise.

Keswick in Cumbria is amongst the places named by Stelrad to visit this spring following research by the company which looked into the number of times places had been 'tagged' on social media site Instagram.

A spokesperson said: "With a stunning natural landscape, Keswick takes third place with 505,435 Instagram hashtags.

"Located in the northern part of the Lake District, Keswick is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green forests, and crystal clear lakes.

"The area is also home to many unique attractions, like the World of Beatrix Potter, the Keswick Museum, and the Theatre by the Lake.

"It's an ideal spot for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking, as well as for simply taking in beautiful views."