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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.
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
Foulshaw Moss is an unusual habitat called a lowland raised mire – or a peat bog to you and me.…
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays…
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and…
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.…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Gorgeously restored two-screen Edwardian cinema showing the latest blockbusters as well as indie…
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
This imposing house stands proud at the gateway to the Lake District. Its rich and beautiful garden…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
A playful environment filled with vibrant colours, ambient sounds and digital creatures, inspired…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
Sublime Symmetry is an exhibition featuring 60 pots, tiles and vases from the De Morgan Collection,…
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Coniston
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns together. In 1929 it was bought by Beatrix Potter who sold it to the National Trust. There is a 1.5 mile, level footpath around the tarn.
Staveley
Inspiring art and craft workshops based in a stunning open plan studio. Treat yourself to a special creative day and enjoy the amazing Lakeland landscape and tranquillity of the Kentmere Valley. 2 course lunch included in the fee.
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight into school life ever since it opened in 1585. William Wordsworth also attended the school from age 9 to 17 with his brothers.
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