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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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An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
In partnership with the Theatre by the Lake and part of the Fells for All festival, join in on a…
A short National Park Volunteer-led guided walk using accessible paths to the summit of Orrest Head…
The Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon & 10k in May 2024. With…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Walk with our Ranger and help to fill the squirrel feeders in the forest! Whinlatter is a red…
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon. This wonderful and undulating…
Visitor Sketchbooks: fanciful flora Flowers and foliage appear in designs and decorations all over…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
Brought to you by the National Trust for Geo Week. Come and join us for a rare opportunity to visit…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
Join rising star Dana Zemtsov and Festival Director Anthony Hewitt in John Ruskin's elegant drawing…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
Lake District Theatre Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June…
Our 26th Keswick Beer Festival will take place on the 7th and 8th June 2024.
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Choose between the 60km or 99km routes starting just outside Keswick. The route takes us into…
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
Follow the 'Tone Trail' in the serene setting of Brantwood Gardens and hear beautiful music whilst…
This week we'll be helping our special woods at Staveley Woodlands Nature Reserve. Try your hand at…
If you've ever been curious about how photography was done a century or more ago, this workshop…
Join us for an incredible adventure on Scafell Pike, one of the National three peaks and the…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Thwaites Ln, Windermere
Whether you're looking for the perfect spot to take a break from shopping or needing some fuel for the fells, The Café at Lakeland is just the place.
Seascale
A small family-run boutique bed & breakfast in an enviable location. Superb views and a great base from which to explore the quieter part of the Lake District - its mountains, valleys & coastline.
Our contemporary interiors are designed to offer…
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273 reviewsAmbleside
Set in the heart of the Lake District national park, come visit us at our exclusive location set in the estate of Rydal hall. Our campsite is suited for a quiet stay for families, individuals, and couples looking for a peaceful break in the great…
Grasmere
Broadrayne is a traditional Lakeland Farm with a small cluster of former 17th to 19th century farm buildings nestling round a picturesque farmyard in the beautiful Vale of Grasmere.
Ambleside
Stove Bar and Restaurant offers something for everyone all day and evening merging great indoor and outdoor spaces. Modern and traditional dishes featuring seasonal and the finest local produce are created by Scott and his team, you are able to get…
Keswick
This small and friendly guest house is located a short walk from the town centre and many of the rooms enjoy fine views of the surrounding fells. Bedrooms are well equipped and the breakfast room overlooks the small front garden.
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193 reviewsWindermere
Our modern hard standing touring caravan and motorhome pitches have been tastefully landscaped into our surrounding countryside and have lovely views of Moor How and the surrounding fells. They are maintained to high standard so on arrival you can…
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849 reviewsPenrith
Highgate is a characterful and comfortable property with 5 bedrooms, all of which have their own bath or shower room. It is situated in the North Lakes near to Penrith and a few miles from Ullswater.
Keswick
Situated in the heart of Newlands Valley Keswick, opposite Catbells, The Old Barn and Farm House have outstanding views of the entire valley.
Church St, Ambleside
Restaurant located in the former work place of William Wordsworth, serving food inspired by Cumbria, specialising in Cumbrian sourced produce.
Windermere
Applegarth Villa is a hotel in the heart of Windermere offering 22 rooms & suites ranging from Deluxe Cheeky Doubles to Hot Tub Suites. Being the only hotel if its kind in Windermere Village, enjoy the easy access, free off road parking (with EV…
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1938 reviewsAmbleside
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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4510 reviewsKeswick
The Coppice is quintessentially a former Edwardian small country house situated on the lower slopes of Catbells in the stunning Borrowdale Valley, close to the village of Grange and approximately five miles from the market town of Keswick.
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Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere
A playful environment filled with vibrant colours, ambient sounds and digital creatures, inspired by ecosystems found in nature. Immerse yourself in the Microworld and discover a space where creatures respond to each other and to you.
Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
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458 reviewsConiston
Locally based and proudly independent, we manage a beautiful collection of self-catering properties to suit all tastes and budgets. Short flexible stays available year round. Escape to the Lakes with us...
Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Another Place, The Lake is a relaxed, contemporary hotel on the shores of Ullswater, from where you can explore the great outdoors. At the heart are good food, fresh air and relaxation.
Pooley Bridge
Just a stones throw from Lake Ullswater & Pooley Bridge, Hillcroft Park boasts one of the most stunning locations of any UK holiday park.
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More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills and mountains of the English Lake District. We specialise in designing bespoke days out that are tailored to meet your goals and aspirations.
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77 reviewsGreat Langdale, Ambleside
The Langdale Hotel & Spa in the heart of the Lake District, is the perfect place for getting away from it all.
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