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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
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
A weekend of paddleboarding with leading adventurer and writer Jo Moseley
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and swimming. Rydal…
Uplifting choral music for springtime and Easter with soloists. To include John Rutter "Songs for…
Thursday 17- Saturday 19 April Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this…
Programme: Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man – a Mass for Peace; Vivaldi: Gloria. With Joyce Tindsley…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Friday 2 May The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping…
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days. This will give you the unique…
Join us in celebration for the 20th year of the Dalemain Marmalade Awards!! A celebration of all…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
The medical form for this event will be emailed out before the event to the email address you…
Curated and hosted by poet Kim Moore, our online contemporary poetry reading series continues…
A Luxury Spa and Yoga Retreat at The Langdale Hotel & Spa. Renew your mind, body and soul with our…
Looking for exciting family activities this Easter? Go Ape Grizedale, near Hawkshead is the perfect…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 20th…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 20th…
Are you interested in open-water swimming? This course is designed just for you! We simplify the…
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
A weekend of paddleboarding with leading adventurer and writer Jo Moseley
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and swimming. Rydal…
Uplifting choral music for springtime and Easter with soloists. To include John Rutter "Songs for…
Thursday 17- Saturday 19 April Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this…
Programme: Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man – a Mass for Peace; Vivaldi: Gloria. With Joyce Tindsley…
Uplifting choral music for springtime and Easter with soloists. To include John Rutter "Songs for…
Thursday 17- Saturday 19 April Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this…
Programme: Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man – a Mass for Peace; Vivaldi: Gloria. With Joyce Tindsley…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Friday 2 May The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping…
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days. This will give you the unique…
Join us in celebration for the 20th year of the Dalemain Marmalade Awards!! A celebration of all…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Celebrate 150 Years of Steam at our May Day Bank Holiday Gala Weekend! 3rd–5th May 2025 - An…
The medical form for this event will be emailed out before the event to the email address you…
Curated and hosted by poet Kim Moore, our online contemporary poetry reading series continues…
A Luxury Spa and Yoga Retreat at The Langdale Hotel & Spa. Renew your mind, body and soul with our…
Looking for exciting family activities this Easter? Go Ape Grizedale, near Hawkshead is the perfect…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 20th…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 20th…
Are you interested in open-water swimming? This course is designed just for you! We simplify the…
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
A weekend of paddleboarding with leading adventurer and writer Jo Moseley
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and swimming. Rydal…
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- 1Songs for Springtime
- 2Do I Love You
- 3Ambleside & District Choral Society Spring Concert
- 4Spring in Kentmere
- 5Easter Family Fun
- 6150 Years of La'al Ratty Exhibition
- 7The Mumford & Sons Story: Awake My Soul
- 8Garden Days at Dalemain
- 9The Dalemain World Marmalade Awards & Festival
- 10Sausage Festival
- 11150th Anniversary Steam Gala
- 12Wainwright: Nordic Walking for the Fells with Nicola Merrett
- 13'Go to the poets, they will speak to thee': Rachel Davies & Hilary Robinson
- 14Spring Renewal Luxury Spa & Yoga Retreat
- 15Easter Holidays
- 16Rawlinson 350 Exhibition
- 17Children's Easter Sunday Party - The Swan Hotel & Spa
- 18Harry's Friday Night Bistro
- 19Of Mice and Men
- 20Children's Easter Sunday Party
- 21Introduction to Open Water Swimming
- 22Live Music at The Swan - Evie Plumb
- 23Paddleboarding weekend
- 24Rydal Islands & Caves Swim
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The Heaning Estate, Heaning Lane, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1JWTelephone
07715177275Windermere
A luxury estate with seven self catering properties set in the picturesque Lake District.
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Windermere Restaurant (The W), Road, Ambleside, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LPTelephone
015394 33338Ambleside, Windermere
British and continental menu served up in contemporary, colourful, and classy surroundings.
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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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Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YLTelephone
017687 76599Cockermouth
The Orient Express Afternoon Tea at Bassenthwaite Lake Station and Carriage Cafe offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a selection of delicious food in the most elegant of surroundings. A fine selection of finger sandwiches, savoury and sweet treats…
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Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HHTelephone
01931 712192Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther Castle is one of the northwest's most spectacular visitor attractions. Its setting within the Lake District National Park is truly beautiful while the…
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Lake District Castle Inn, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RGTelephone
0176 877 6401Keswick
Nestled near Keswick within the picturesque Lake District National Park lies Lake District Castle Inn Hotel, originally a coaching Inn dating back to 1770. Surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Cumbrian mountains and with views of the serene…
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Linthwaite House Hotel, Crook Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JATelephone
015395 87766Bowness-on-Windermere
Set within the contemporary country house hotel Linthwaite House, Henrock opened its doors in October 2019.
Henrock is an informal restaurant that serves an à la carte menu using local, seasonal ingredients, inspired by flavours and techniques…
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Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JATelephone
015394 43360Ambleside
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point to this iconic National Park location. Windermere Lake Cruises provides visitors with the opportunity to arrive at this historic spot in style, on…
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Askham Hall, Askham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PFTelephone
01931712350Penrith
A stunning grade 1 listed Pele Tower dating back to the 13th century, Askham Hall has been transformed from a stately family abode into a unique and contemporary stylish retreat and restaurant. A luxurious, intimate, unpretentious home from home…
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Greaves Farm Caravan Park, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6HRTelephone
015395 36587Grange-over-Sands
Greaves Farm Caravan Park is family run park in beautiful countryside on the fringe of the Lake District within easy reach of Lake Windermere, the historic village of Cartmel and Grange over Sands and many places of interest. An ideal location for…
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The Eagle & Child Inn, Kendal Rd, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9LPTelephone
01539 821320Staveley
Delightful village inn, riverside location with friendly family welcome, offering excellent cosy accommodation. Local produce of superb real ales.
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Cumbrian Heavy Horses, Baystone Bank Farm, Whicham, Valley, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 5LYTelephone
01229 777764Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
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Pennington Hotel, Main Street, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SQTelephone
+44 01229 717222Ravenglass
Standing proudly in the center of the village of Ravenglass the Pennington Hotel has 22 well appointed and relaxing bedrooms, with quality bathrooms, smart TV’s, and comfy beds, all areas offer high speed internet which has been complete upscaled…
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Waterhead Pier, Waterhead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EYTelephone
015394 43360Ambleside
Experience the very best of England's Lake District with a journey aboard a renowned Windermere cruise from Ambleside (Waterhead) Pier. Windermere Lake Cruises is the most popular attraction in Cumbria and constantly one of England top five ‘paid…
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Old Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0DJTelephone
07810 803 415Ambleside
Our traditional Lakeland property welcomes groups of up to 16 in the main house and four in the adjoining apartment. Nestled in the heart of Ambleside in a quiet location, we offer stunning Fell views, as well as private parking. Packed with…
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The Wayside & Whisky Barn, Whitbeck, Millom, Cumbria, LA19 5UPTelephone
01229 718883Millom
The Wayside and Whisky Barn offers a peaceful escape in the Western Lake District with beautiful en-suite rooms, local homemade meals, stunning views, and a whisky bar. Ideal for relaxation and exploring the Lakes and coast.
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11 Hawthorne Rise, Hackthorpe, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2FWTelephone
07432002713Penrith
Lakes For All: luxury self-catering, wheelchair accessible holidays in the Lake District, Cumbria for people with physical disabilities and their families.
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Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, Ambleside Rd, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LPTelephone
0333 2203 105Windermere
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, in the heart of the National Park, with Wainwrights walks a stone’s throw away and the pretty Lakeland village of Ambleside a mile away, Low Wood Bay is the perfect base for relaxing and exploring the Lakes.
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Lake District Wildlife Park, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RDTelephone
017687 76239Bassenthwaite
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are friendly and inquisitive animals and just like us they enjoy a bit of fresh air and exercise. Meet our five boys Hugo, Hector, Herbie, Dougal and…
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Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XNTelephone
017687 77230Borrowdale, Keswick
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the only one of its type in England.
