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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
A rusty 'tin shed' beside a dramatic waterfall in a remote valley just outside Keswick – this…
Starting in 2007 the Brathay 10in10 was the World's first 10 marathons in 10 days stage race. The…
Race the Sun is an exhilarating triathlon-style team challenge where teams of two or four bike,…
Try outdoor swimming with Swim the Lakes in Ambleside, right at the heart of the Lake District and…
Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
Demonstration printing session led by Heather Mullender-Ross & Tracy Hill using Gwyneth Alban Davis…
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
Morning swims and downward dogs at dawn, slowly unfolding practices and restorative sensory…
Light Stories is tales from Matthew Barley's life, told through music and projected imagery,…
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…
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works.…
Experience adventure at Keswick Mountain Festival (16-18 May 2025) with trail runs, hikes,…
The Cumbrian Challenge is our annual flagship fundraising event for individuals, organisations and…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation, in association with Cumbria…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and swimming. Rydal…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th from 5:30 – 7:30pm for an unforgettable evening of live music…
This hilarious battle of cons will keep you laughing, humming, and guessing to the end! Lawrence…
Fell Walkers, especially those wishing to head up into the mountains, Road & Trail runners new to…
Open Day at South Windermere Sailing Club SATURDAY 17 May 2025 SWSC will be holding an open day…
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, tasting wild ingredients and a wild…
A rusty 'tin shed' beside a dramatic waterfall in a remote valley just outside Keswick – this…
Starting in 2007 the Brathay 10in10 was the World's first 10 marathons in 10 days stage race. The…
Race the Sun is an exhilarating triathlon-style team challenge where teams of two or four bike,…
Try outdoor swimming with Swim the Lakes in Ambleside, right at the heart of the Lake District and…
Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
Demonstration printing session led by Heather Mullender-Ross & Tracy Hill using Gwyneth Alban Davis…
Try outdoor swimming with Swim the Lakes in Ambleside, right at the heart of the Lake District and…
Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
Demonstration printing session led by Heather Mullender-Ross & Tracy Hill using Gwyneth Alban Davis…
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
Morning swims and downward dogs at dawn, slowly unfolding practices and restorative sensory…
Light Stories is tales from Matthew Barley's life, told through music and projected imagery,…
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…
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works.…
Experience adventure at Keswick Mountain Festival (16-18 May 2025) with trail runs, hikes,…
The Cumbrian Challenge is our annual flagship fundraising event for individuals, organisations and…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation, in association with Cumbria…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and swimming. Rydal…
3 -5 May 2025 Muncaster's Sausage Festival is an annual family friendly festival to celebrate all…
Join us at The Swan Hotel on May 9th from 5:30 – 7:30pm for an unforgettable evening of live music…
This hilarious battle of cons will keep you laughing, humming, and guessing to the end! Lawrence…
Fell Walkers, especially those wishing to head up into the mountains, Road & Trail runners new to…
Open Day at South Windermere Sailing Club SATURDAY 17 May 2025 SWSC will be holding an open day…
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, tasting wild ingredients and a wild…
A rusty 'tin shed' beside a dramatic waterfall in a remote valley just outside Keswick – this…
Starting in 2007 the Brathay 10in10 was the World's first 10 marathons in 10 days stage race. The…
Race the Sun is an exhilarating triathlon-style team challenge where teams of two or four bike,…
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- 1Wild Swimming Taster
- 2Wild Swimming Club - The Swan Hotel & Spa - 22nd May
- 3Printmaking Demonstration
- 4Forest run and yoga
- 5Yoga break
- 6Light Stories
- 7Forage and Feast near Windermere
- 8Full Moon Women's Circle - Flower Moon
- 9RB&O Cinema Season 2024-25: Ballet To Broadway: Wheeldon Works
- 10Keswick Mountain Festival
- 11Cumbrian Challenge
- 12Of Mice and Men
- 13British Sign Language Guided Tour - House and Garden
- 14Rydal Islands & Caves Swim
- 15Sausage Festival
- 16Live Music at The Swan - Reuben Tighe
- 17Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
- 18Intermediate Navigation - NNAS 2 Day Certificate with Hiking Highs
- 19Discover Sailing!
- 20Wordsworth the Influencer
- 21Forage and Nibble with Alpkit in Ambleside
- 22Force Crag Mine Open Day for GeoWeek
- 23Brathay 10in10
- 24Race the Sun Lake District Coniston Off-Road
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The Yewdale Inn, Yewdale Inn, 2 Yewdale Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DUTelephone
015394 231322 Yewdale Rd, Coniston
The Yewdale Inn is a traditional British pub located in the picturesque village of Coniston. Enjoy a pint of ale by the fire or sit down for a delicious pub meal. With 9 comfortable en-suite guest rooms it's the perfect base to enjoy the area. Also…
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Woodlands Hotel & Pine Lodges, Meathop, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6RBTelephone
01539 534128Grange-over-Sands
Beautiful secluded setting. The Woodlands Hotel & Pine Lodges is an ideal base for touring the Lake district . Great food. Great value. Friendly staff. A real hidden gem. Guests return again & again. View our 5-star Trip Advisor reviews.
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Rosthwaite, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XBTelephone
017687 77214Keswick
Our restaurant full of eager diners, a non-fussy, relaxed atmosphere, staff who take pride in serving Executive Chef David’s delectable dishes and where the food and service speak for itself. Hopefully our guests agree, it’s called real Cumbrian…
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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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Lyth Valley Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JPTelephone
015394 43286Windermere
Enjoy a superb traditional afternoon tea at Lindeth Fell which includes a selection of delicious home made sandwiches and sweets along with a selection of leaf teas. Licensed bar. Wi-Fi. Parking.
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The Belsfield Hotel, Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3ELTelephone
015394 42448Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere
The Brasserie at The Belsfield Hotel offers a relaxed way to enjoy superb food and elegant surroundings. Situated in 6-acres of gardens overlooking Lake Windermere and the Cumbrian hills beyond.
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Graythwaite Adventure | Outdoor Activities | Water Sports | Off Road Driving | Clay Pigeon Shooting |, Graythwaite Estate Nr, Hawkshead, Lake Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8AZTelephone
07498 574659Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience that combines one-hour of 4x4 off-road driving with a mini bushcraft session.
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Brathay Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0HPTelephone
015394 33041Ambleside
Located within the peaceful grounds of Brathay Hall, we have just six grasscrete pitches available for weekend stays, and some mid-week stays in summer, including electrical hook-up. Access to a water supply is available on site with a tap opposite…
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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.
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Lindeth Howe, Longtail Hill, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JFTelephone
015394 45759Bowness-on-Windermere
Lindeth Howe’s 2AA rosette restaurant is as popular with residents of nearby Bowness-on-Windermere, as it is with visitors to the Lake District, and our hotel guests, who come to enjoy the activities & delights of Lake Windermere.
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Fallbarrow Hall, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DLTelephone
0330 123 4976Bowness-on-Windermere
A delicate restoration to the Grade 2 listed hall, Fallbarrow Hall celebrates its history while leaving ensuring it’s equipped to host a modern, 21st century get together for up to 36 people. Located in Fallbarrow Holiday Park, relax and unwind in…
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Poole Bank Farm, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1PNTelephone
078916 34592Windermere
Our three warm and cosy pods are situated behind the main farm steading in a quiet setting away from the road and next to a small beck. The pods all have underfloor heating so you are guaranteed to be warm no matter the season. Unfortunately we…
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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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The Belsfield Hotel, Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3ELTelephone
015394 42448Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere
Our exquisite AA Rosette awarded Belsfield Restaurant offers unrivalled, unique and spectacular views over Lake Windermere and the fells beyond. Originally built in early Victorian times and dating back to 1815 The Belsfield is situated in 6-acres…
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Newby Bridge, Lakeside, Cumbria, LA12 8BDTelephone
01539 267030Lakeside
A spectacularly located site on the quieter western shores of Windermere, England’s largest lake and with stunning views our Lakeside site has it all in spades. Each of our yurts here have stunning lake views and are a hop, skip and a splosh away…
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Finsthwaite, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8BJTelephone
07946841772Newby Bridge
Join us for a half-day guided woodland walk in the South Lakes, learning some bushcraft essentials on the way. An enjoyable morning to be had by the whole family!
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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 Promenade, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HQTelephone
015394 43360Windermere
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque village buzzing with tourism. The star attraction is undoubtedly Bowness Pier, the central hub for cruises on England's largest lake, Windermere.
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Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JTTelephone
015394 46139Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
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Hillcroft Park, Roe Head Lane, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2LTTelephone
017684 86363Pooley Bridge
With two dedicated camping fields, camping at Hillcroft Park is a really lovely choice. Camping field Angle Tarn is set amongst our Pods, so if some of you are traditional campers but perhaps other family members prefer something more substantial…
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