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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
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
A Celebration Reading from the Poetry Business International Book & Pamphlet Competition. Hosted…
Following on from the success of his 2024 album, True North, acclaimed Folk artist, Jonny Campbell…
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
The medical form for this event will be emailed out before the event to the email address you…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
Can you discover eight of the birds that call Sizergh home? Take part in the Spring Bird Challenge…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness…
A professionally designed and delivered course by Hiking Highs on behalf of the NNAS (National…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Friday 2 May The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping…
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
A Celebration Reading from the Poetry Business International Book & Pamphlet Competition. Hosted…
Following on from the success of his 2024 album, True North, acclaimed Folk artist, Jonny Campbell…
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
The medical form for this event will be emailed out before the event to the email address you…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
Can you discover eight of the birds that call Sizergh home? Take part in the Spring Bird Challenge…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness…
A professionally designed and delivered course by Hiking Highs on behalf of the NNAS (National…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Friday 2 May The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping…
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
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- 1Easter Family Fun
- 2150th Anniversary Steam Gala
- 3Easter egg hunt at Allan Bank
- 4A Celebration Reading with Caroline Bracken & Jen Feroze
- 5Wainwright: An unplugged evening of original and traditional Northern English Folk with Johnny Campbell
- 6Wordsworth the Influencer
- 7Forage and Nibble near Penrith
- 8Wainwright: Nordic Walking for the Fells with Nicola Merrett
- 9Women in Print - The Caravan Press
- 10Harry's Friday Night Bistro
- 11Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition
- 12All The Better To Hear You With
- 13Piano recital series "Through the Winter"
- 14Landscape Photography Full Day Workshop
- 15Sizergh's Spring Bird Challenge
- 16Keswick Market
- 17Full Moon Women's Circle - Pink Moon
- 18Beginners Navigation - 2 Day NNAS Certificate with hiking Highs
- 19Forage and Feast with Alpkit in Keswick
- 20Easter at Muncaster
- 21The Mumford & Sons Story: Awake My Soul
- 22From Sketchbook to Canvas
- 23Spring in Kentmere
- 24Spring Landscape Week
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2 Cambridge Villas, Church Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DLTelephone
07971 622616Ambleside
From short walks along valley bottoms or around lake shores, to lesser known mountain routes on the smaller and bigger mountains, right up to the likes of Scafell Pike and Helvellyn or even multiple summits, we will endeavour to build a route to…
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Gilpin Lake House, Knipe Tarn, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8LNTelephone
015394 88818Kendal
Discover the epitome of luxury with ‘Posh Scran’ afternoon tea at Gilpin Lake House. Enjoy freshly made delicacies in a serene setting, complemented by fine teas, coffee or Champagne, with breathtaking views of Knipe Tarn.
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Windermere
Our modern, fully furnished and equipped caravan holiday homes are situated in a quiet area, adjacent to the main touring park yet within easy reach of all the park amenities.
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Windermere
We offer 7 different glamping options at Park Cliffe so you’ll find one that perfectly suits your needs. Each will give you a great experience and a bit more comfort than a traditional camping holiday – it’s a brilliant way to enjoy the great Lake…
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Park Foot Holiday Park, Howtown, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2NATelephone
017684 86309Penrith
We offer a selection of beautiful Lakeland self-catering cottages. Located both on Park Foot holiday park on the shores of Lake Ullswater and around the village of Pooley Bridge, they are suitable for families or couples looking for the convenience…
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The Coniston Inn, Hawkshead Old Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AJTelephone
015394 93333Coniston
Located on the shores of Coniston Water with sensational lake and fell views, this classic Lakeland slate building has undergone an exciting restoration to create a stunning pub with rooms. Open all day, every day for food, drinks and rooms.
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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, Lake Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BXTelephone
015394 32244Ambleside
Central Lake District location ideal for sight-seeing and walking. Overlooking the centre of the market town of Ambleside, the Ambleside Salutation Hotel has welcomed visitors since the 1600s.
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The Cranleigh Boutique - Windermere Hotel with Hot Tubs, Kendal Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3EWTelephone
015394 43293Bowness-on-Windermere
The multi-award winning, no.1 hotel for romance. Discover high-end luxury, designer decor, hot tubs and exclusive guest extras at the Cranleigh Boutique in Bowness-on-Windermere.
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Spoon Hall, Haws Bank, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AWTelephone
015394 41391Coniston
Spoon Hall Caravans is a quiet family run farm site with beautiful views over Coniston water. Nearly 1 mile from Coniston village in a good area for walking and touring the Lakes.
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Keswick
Catering for families and couples, Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Caravan Park occupies one of the finest positions in the Lake District overlooking Derwentwater with breath-taking views of the surrounding fells.
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Arragon's Cycle Centre, 2 Brunswick Rd, Penrith, County (optional), CA11 7LUTelephone
07525243159Penrith
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery & landmarks by cycle, or would like an exclusive guided day out, simply select what you require & we will deliver everything directly to your accommodation.…
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Horse & Farrier, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SQTelephone
017687 79688Keswick
The Horse and Farrier has an excellent reputation for good food from our hearty Lakeland breakfast to our home cooked meals served in our intimate restaurant or bar. Our menus are interesting and varied making full use of seasonal and local produce…
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Holly Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2AFTelephone
07928373326Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
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Newby Bridge
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those without. We have a wide range of adaptive and inclusive equipment to make adventure possible for our clients.
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The Waterhead Inn, Lake Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0ERTelephone
01539 432566Ambleside
There is no better way to refuel after a long day exploring than with a hearty, home-cooked meal. The Waterhead Inn offers just that! With delicious Cumbrian classics as well as exciting culinary twists served all day every day, there is something…
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Penrith
The stream which flows over Aira Force is Aira Beck, which rises on the upper slopes of Stybarrow Dodd at a height of 720 metres and flows north-easterly before turning south, blocked by the high heather-covered slopes of Gowbarrow Fell.
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The Holly Wood, Holly Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2AFTelephone
07928373326Windermere
This private 4×4 driving experience offers a wide variety of vantage points including, lakes, mountains, caves, waterfalls, rivers and streams. An ideal activity for those with an adventurous nature and passion for the outdoors. The tour is customer…
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Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, Anyone who can sit with support, Users of Wheelchairs, Unsure or low confidence walkers, All people with visual impairments, People with Auditory impairments, People with learning difficulties, People with…
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Sail Windermere with us, feel the wind ruffle your hair, and then the surge of the boat as the sails begin their work of converting breeze to smiles.
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2 Cambridge Villas, Church Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DLTelephone
07971 622616Ambleside
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland holiday! These days aim to blend rock climbing, rock scrambling and abseiling to give a varied and always fun experience in beautiful locations.
