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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.
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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
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th for a night of vibrant live music featuring the talented Men…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th from 5:30 – 7:30pm for an unforgettable evening of live music…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation, in association with Cumbria…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon in Scorpio aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming…
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of…
Join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a workshop inspired by the local landscape. During the…
Starting in 2007 the Brathay 10in10 was the World's first 10 marathons in 10 days stage race. The…
The swim to Wild Cat Island is a classic Lake District swim right out of the pages of a storybook…
This concert is an external hire by Lakeland Sinfonia and you will be directed to their booking…
Combine brushstrokes and breathwork in this one-day workshop led by Em Whiteford at Another Place,…
Orienteering event suitable for for both novice and experienced orienteers of all ages.
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
Are you interested in open-water swimming? This course is designed just for you! We simplify the…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a…
Join artist Penny Hillier-Evans for a nature inspired creative workshop. Using flowers, leaves and…
'Life was never better on a swing, the higher the better!' Brought to you by the National Trust…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
This outdoor swimming course takes place at the picturesque Rydal Water, a charming small lake. The…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th for a night of vibrant live music featuring the talented Men…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th from 5:30 – 7:30pm for an unforgettable evening of live music…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation, in association with Cumbria…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th from 5:30 – 7:30pm for an unforgettable evening of live music…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation, in association with Cumbria…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon in Scorpio aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming…
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of…
Join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a workshop inspired by the local landscape. During the…
Starting in 2007 the Brathay 10in10 was the World's first 10 marathons in 10 days stage race. The…
The swim to Wild Cat Island is a classic Lake District swim right out of the pages of a storybook…
This concert is an external hire by Lakeland Sinfonia and you will be directed to their booking…
Combine brushstrokes and breathwork in this one-day workshop led by Em Whiteford at Another Place,…
Orienteering event suitable for for both novice and experienced orienteers of all ages.
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
Are you interested in open-water swimming? This course is designed just for you! We simplify the…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a…
Join artist Penny Hillier-Evans for a nature inspired creative workshop. Using flowers, leaves and…
'Life was never better on a swing, the higher the better!' Brought to you by the National Trust…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
This outdoor swimming course takes place at the picturesque Rydal Water, a charming small lake. The…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th for a night of vibrant live music featuring the talented Men…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
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- 1Live Music at The Swan - Reuben Tighe
- 2British Sign Language Guided Tour - House and Garden
- 3150th Anniversary Steam Gala
- 4Forage and Feast near Windermere
- 5Full Moon Women's Circle - Flower Moon
- 6Not quite the Dawn Chorus with the RSPB at Wild Haweswater
- 7Create a felt and textile landscape
- 8Brathay 10in10
- 9Swim to Wild Cat Island
- 10Lunchtime Recital: Bradley Creswick-violinist extraordinaire
- 11Creative X Wellness Workshop
- 12Border Liners UKOL Orienteering Event
- 13Wordsworth the Influencer
- 14Introduction to Open Water Swimming
- 15Forage and Feast near Coniston
- 16Create Botanical Art with Print , Collage and Stitch
- 17The Swings at the 100 year Anniversary of Crow Park
- 18Alfred Wainwright Exhibition
- 19Introduction to Outdoor Swimming
- 20150 Years of La'al Ratty Exhibition
- 21Forage and Nibble near Penrith
- 22Live Music at The Swan - Men in Hats
- 23Women in Print - The Caravan Press
- 24Forage and Cook (Half Day) near Keswick
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Newby Bridge
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company and welcome people of all abilities.
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Hawkshead
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in Grizedale Forest packs a punch with both action and adventure where you can test your nerve amongst the trees on one of two high rope’s courses.
