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Welcome to the Lake District – where modern tourism was born.
England’s best-known and most popular national park is a postcard landscape of shimmering lakes, craggy hilltops and ancient forests that has enchanted poets and painters since the late 18th century, when the Romantics first had their imaginations stirred by the panoramas that have remained unchanged to this day.
And what panoramas they are. There’s the classic Lakeland setting of Windermere, England’s largest lake and the primary destination for millions of tourists since the railroad was first built in the middle of the 19th century. On it is busy Bowness and the charming villages of Grasmere and Hawkshead, surrounded on all sides by beautiful mountains.
The north lakes – Ullswater, Bassenthwaite, Derwentwater, Loweswater – are quieter and wilder, in the shadow of the rugged Skiddaw range and with handsome Keswick at the heart of it. The lush Borrowdale Valley leads to the dramatic Honister mountain pass and into the natural lakes of Buttermere & Crummock.
Adventure seekers go west, to the higher ground of Great Langdale and the region’s major summits of Bowfell, Crinkle Crags and the biggest mountain of all, Scafell Pike.
The Lake District is an outdoor activities paradise, but its literary connections draw as many visitors as its walks do. William Wordsworth lived virtually all of his life here, drawing inspiration from the surrounding countryside to write some of the English language’s most enduring poetry. The landscape also proved a creative spark for the likes of Sameul Taylor Coleridge, Arthur Ransome and Beatrix Potter – who dedicated much of her life to protecting the Lake District’s beauty and heritage.
In all its beauty and diversity the Lake District remains as it has been for millennia, which is one of the reasons why in 2017 the national park was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site – its river valleys, lakes and mountains home to an unique hill-farming culture and ancient heritage that has been carefully preserved. Here in the Lake District we know how to take good care of you; we’ve had plenty of practice.
Photo: Derwentwater
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From well-equipped campsites to luxury spa resorts, there’s no shortage of quality accommodation in the Lake District. This is where modern tourism was born, after all.- It’s easy to eat well in the Lake District. Whether in a cosy village inn or in the elegant setting of a high-class restaurant, the quality of food is exceptional.
- Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged and energised.
- Have you got a year to spare? You’ll need that amount of time and more if you want to make a real dent in the list of incredible activities available in the Lake District.
- Explore the towns and villages of the Lake District
- Let us help you find inspiring places to visit with our travel itineraries. Whatever your choice of location, duration and budget, check out our recommendations.
Highlights
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
A weekend of paddleboarding with leading adventurer and writer Jo Moseley
Curated and hosted by poet Kim Moore, our online contemporary poetry reading series continues…
A professionally designed and delivered course by Hiking Highs on behalf of the NNAS (National…
Demonstration printing session led by Heather Mullender-Ross & Tracy Hill using Gwyneth Alban Davis…
Book early for Easter Sunday! On Sunday 20th April 2025 we will be serving a three-course dinner…
Friday 2 May The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, and be immersed in the…
Following on from the success of his 2024 album, True North, acclaimed Folk artist, Jonny Campbell…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Looking for exciting family activities this Easter? Go Ape Grizedale, near Hawkshead is the perfect…
Programme: Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man – a Mass for Peace; Vivaldi: Gloria. With Joyce Tindsley…
The Knotted Project's Forge Festival is returning for the fourth year, promising a day filled with…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
This concert is an external hire by Lakeland Sinfonia and you will be directed to their booking…
Be inspired to create your own collages with artist Jackie Haynes. Looking at birds you'll come…
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Help for Heroes with the Scafell Pike Heroes Hike. Take…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
A weekend of paddleboarding with leading adventurer and writer Jo Moseley
Curated and hosted by poet Kim Moore, our online contemporary poetry reading series continues…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
A weekend of paddleboarding with leading adventurer and writer Jo Moseley
Curated and hosted by poet Kim Moore, our online contemporary poetry reading series continues…
A professionally designed and delivered course by Hiking Highs on behalf of the NNAS (National…
Demonstration printing session led by Heather Mullender-Ross & Tracy Hill using Gwyneth Alban Davis…
Book early for Easter Sunday! On Sunday 20th April 2025 we will be serving a three-course dinner…
Friday 2 May The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, and be immersed in the…
Following on from the success of his 2024 album, True North, acclaimed Folk artist, Jonny Campbell…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Looking for exciting family activities this Easter? Go Ape Grizedale, near Hawkshead is the perfect…
Programme: Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man – a Mass for Peace; Vivaldi: Gloria. With Joyce Tindsley…
The Knotted Project's Forge Festival is returning for the fourth year, promising a day filled with…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
This concert is an external hire by Lakeland Sinfonia and you will be directed to their booking…
Be inspired to create your own collages with artist Jackie Haynes. Looking at birds you'll come…
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Help for Heroes with the Scafell Pike Heroes Hike. Take…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
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- 1Landscape Photography Full Day Workshop
- 2Paddleboarding weekend
- 3'Go to the poets, they will speak to thee': Rachel Davies & Hilary Robinson
- 4Beginners Navigation - 2 Day NNAS Certificate with hiking Highs
- 5Printmaking Demonstration
- 6Easter Sunday
- 7The Mumford & Sons Story: Awake My Soul
- 8Rawlinson 350 Exhibition
- 9Dawn Chorus Day with the RSPB at Wild Haweswater
- 10Wainwright: An unplugged evening of original and traditional Northern English Folk with Johnny Campbell
- 11Easter at Muncaster
- 12Of Mice and Men
- 13Easter Holidays
- 14Ambleside & District Choral Society Spring Concert
- 15Forge Festival
- 16Forage and Nibble near Penrith
- 17Lunchtime Recital: Bradley Creswick-violinist extraordinaire
- 18Family Art Workshop
- 19Heroes Hikes: Scafell Pike
- 20150th Anniversary Steam Gala
- 21Easter Family Fun
- 22Forage and Nibble near Keswick
- 23Sausage Festival
- 24Women in Print - The Caravan Press
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2 Cambridge Villas, Church Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DLTelephone
07971 622616Ambleside
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer abseiling throughout the Lake District, all venues are stunningly beautiful and offer different abseil lengths so we can pick a venue to suit you best.
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Grange-over-Sands
Pine Lodges (sleep 4) with Sauna & spa bath. In a beautiful setting in the heart of a 5 acre wood, Woodlands Pine Lodges are ideal for a relaxing break. On site Restaurant & Bar. Friendly staff. Great Food. Great Value. A real hidden gem.
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Mountain Goat Ltd, Victoria Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1ADTelephone
015394 45161Windermere
Mountain Goat Tours has over 50 years’ experience and recognises itself as the No.1 Lake District tour specialist. Mountain Goat has rightfully made its mark of distinction and won the ‘Minibus Operator of the Year Award’ in 2010 and was Finalist of…
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Lakeland, Alexandra Buildings, Thwaites Ln, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BQTelephone
015394 88100Thwaites Ln, Windermere
Whether you're looking for the perfect spot to take a break from shopping or needing some fuel for the fells, The Café at Lakeland is just the place.
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Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XNTelephone
017687 77230Borrowdale, Keswick
You’ve never experienced anything like this…
Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against the backdrop of the stunning Lake District mountains.
Climb up the massive Cargo net to one of the finest views of Lake District. Buttermere, Crummock… -
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Hill of Oaks Caravan & Lodge Park, A592, Lake Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8NRTelephone
015395 31578Lake Road, Windermere
Experience the adventure. Glamping is one of the best ways to stay close to nature without sacrificing those all-important home comforts.
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Ellenboro House Bed & Breakfast, Ellenboro House Newton-in-Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6JPTelephone
015395 30393Grange-over-Sands
Ellenboro House is a cosy self-catering property for couples located near Cartmel.
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Biketreks Grizedale, Grizedale Forest, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0QJTelephone
015394 31245Ambleside
Biketreks Grizedale is a bike hire centre and shop in Grizedale Forest, offering mountain bike and E-Bike hire all year round. Our shop stocks a wide range of clothing, accessories and new and ex-hire bikes.
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Ullswater
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping...
Whatever you want to call it, whether it’s a descent or ascent or a splash down the river, it’s a buzz. -
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Ullswater Holiday Park, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0LRTelephone
017684 86666Penrith
Camping Cabins are the perfect alternative to camping in a tent.
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Fell Foot National Trust, Newby Bridge, ULVERSTON, Cumbria, LA12 8NNTelephone
01539 31 00 41ULVERSTON
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, anyone who can sit with support, wheelchair users, unsure or low confidence walkers, visually impaired people, people with auditory impairments, people with learning difficulties, people with autism, people with…
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Chocolate Factory Hawkshead, Main St, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0NTTelephone
015394 36075Hawkshead
Packed full of goodies from great gifts and tasty treats to over a hundred varieties of the finest hand made chocolates and enjoy our selection of freshly made butter and cream fudges. You’re sure to find something to tempt your taste buds.
Keswick
Rural location, small hamlet but only 1.5 miles from Keswick and Skiddaw and with outstanding views southwards. Ideal for fell walking, touring, water sports and ready access to north and central Lakes. Arrival time 16.00, departure 10.00.
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Near Howe, Mungrisdale, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SHTelephone
01768 779678Penrith
A perfect location to explore the Lake District, there are seven dog-friendly, high-quality, tastefully decorated, family-friendly self-catering cottages. Located in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside, Near Howe is an idyllic, quiet, and tranquil…
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Cafe Ambio Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
01768778410Whinlatter Pass, Keswick
"Cafe Ambio at Whinlatter Forest is set in the beautiful location of Whinlatter Forest, nestled in the treetops. We offer modern cafe food, and brilliant coffee. We use local suppliers to showcase the best food that Cumbria has to offer. Everything…
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High Street, Pooley Bridge, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA10 2NHTelephone
017684 86334Ullswater
Dinner at 1863 will no doubt generate conversation around the table on the night, but (we hope!) will also give you something to talk about long after you’ve left for the evening.
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Keswick Country House Hotel, Station Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NQTelephone
0844 811 5585Keswick
A few minutes’ walk from the market town of Keswick and Derwentwater Lake, the Keswick Country House Hotel is set in four acres of landscaped gardens. The perfect base for a relaxing break exploring the town and further afield, the hotel offers…
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Coniston
Breath-taking mountain views, a private hot tub, wrap-around gardens and a tranquil location on the outskirts of Torver, yet with all the amenities of Coniston close at hand, make Hollace the perfect choice for those looking for a spectacular…
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Waterfoot Caravan Park, A592, Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JFTelephone
017684 86302Ullswater, Penrith
Stepping through the sliding glass doors and into the S-Pod, you’ll be welcomed by the open plan arrangement which incorporates a lounge area with an L-shaped sofa for cosy nights in, a well-equipped kitchen including an oven and dishwasher, and a…
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Grasmere
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and high thinking’. The sights, sounds and smells bring to life the bustling family home the Wordsworths would have known over 200 years ago.
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