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Let your imagination soar in Cumbria and the Lake District. Whatever you fancy, chances are we’ve got it, whether it’s award-winning museums about almost everything – from ancient history to motorcars, from boats to pencils – to visiting the houses of some of England’s most famous writers.
Some of our best-known attractions are about engaging directly with the beautiful landscapes: from boat hire options on Lake Windermere to tackling the Via Ferrata at Honister Slate Mine. Whatever your age, whatever your interest, we’ve something for you to see and do. All you need to do is show up.
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
This imposing house stands proud at the gateway to the Lake District. Its rich and beautiful garden…
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
Set in the heart of the Lake District, this intimate theatre shares a building in Bowness with the…
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
A playful environment filled with vibrant colours, ambient sounds and digital creatures, inspired…
Our unconventional Japanese Robata cooking with Korean flavours and Pacific Rim influences makes…
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the…
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Eycott Hill is a great place to take a short walk with amazing views across Lake District fells.…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Cockermouth
A unique and special cafe experience on board the replica Orient Express train and restored station buildings, with a level-access path along the former platform and through woodland teeming with wildlife. Serving interesting and fresh cafe food,…
Ambleside
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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4554 reviewsPenrith
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling across one of the largest adventure playgrounds in the country. When you do this at Lowther, you have found the lost castle.
Windermere
A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone and slate house sits imposingly on the hillside, its huge chimneys typical of the area.
Berrier
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking control or just take in the views. Based at Berrier airstrip near Penrith/Ullswater/Keswick. Ideal gift or just to treat yourself.
Bampton, Haweswater
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit wildlife, water and people.
Windermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
Bowness-on-Windermere
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the beauty and attention to detail in the design and the way the garden evokes the atmosphere of the Peter Rabbit stories.
Coniston
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in this exquisite steam-powered craft.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Our unconventional Japanese Robata cooking with Korean flavours and Pacific Rim influences makes Baha the perfect destination to enjoy a unique food experience.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Kentmere
Long House Studios is a small, friendly, independent art school offering intensive and immersive Art Courses for adults and young people. Courses run for 3-5 days in the beautiful Kentmere valley.
Lake Rd, Keswick
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in Britain can match. Each year it stages up to nine of its own productions of classic, modern and new plays and has won multi-starred reviews.
Boot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
Ravenglass
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake District coast where mountains meet the sea. With over 800 years of history, Muncaster is still cherished by the Pennington family, who warmly welcome…
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1863 reviewsBorrowdale, Keswick
The slate mine tours at Honister Slate Mine offer an exciting experience suitable for all ages come rain or shine. Set in a picturesque part of the Lake District at the top of Honister Pass, visitors can adventure deep into the belly of Fleetwith…
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1757 reviewsHawkshead
Come and discover all that Grizedale has to offer – take in Lake District landscapes, experience a whole range of contemporary art and enjoy an adventure, no matter your age!
Lakeside
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you can visit the station tea room, gift shop, woodland playground, picnic area and engine shed. Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from…
Consiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
Ravenglass
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a 20-minute video.
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