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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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Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
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Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of…
Connect with other visitors and explore the space through their illustrations and ideas. Engage…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
Wrap up warm and join our expert Ranger Rob for a chance to spot a hawfinch at first light.…
The Disabled Ramblers is a small national charity working to help those with limited mobility to…
Our 2024 gala celebration will be taking place from Saturday 4th May - Monday 6th May, as we…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Award winning crime writer Jonathan Whitelaw is flying in from Canada to launch his new book, The…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
The autumn 23/24 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Ambleside & District Choral Society present an evening with the three greatest composers of the…
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Join us in the woods and meadows for a morning of foraging, nature connection, discovery and plant…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout…
Dr Anna Ploszajski is an award-winning materials scientist, author, presenter, comedian and…
Ladies from West Cumbria - join Jo from JAG Outdoors for this special free Dark Skies Walk at…
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations…
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and…
It is traditional at Beltane to jump the 'Bel fire' for good luck and prosperity, to purify and…
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of…
Create a unique piece of silver jewellery that will be a joy to wear or make a perfect gift.…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Hesket Newmarket, Near Caldbeck
A superb luxury self-catering cottage in the peaceful village of Hesket Newmarket, 200 metres from the village pub and restaurant. A spa bath and log burner are two of the world-class luxuries available.
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105 reviewsThe English , Buttermere
Building on site for over 1000yrs. First licensed 1735 as a coaching inn. Nestles between 2 lakes Buttermere and Crummock. Surrounded by famous peaks, Haystacks, Red Pike and Great Gable.
Keswick
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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Borrowdale, Keswick
You’ve never experienced anything like this…
Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against the backdrop of the stunning Lake District mountains.
Climb up the massive Cargo net to one of the finest views of Lake District. Buttermere, Crummock…
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1706 reviewsBassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
The privately owned, four star 17th century former stately home, has 42 individually designed bedrooms, wood panelled public rooms, real log fire, Lake View Restaurant, six conference rooms, croquet lawn, tennis courts and spa facility.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Ravenglass
Welcome to Lakeland's oldest, longest and most scenic railway!
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. Excellent…
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1936 reviewsIf you have a head for heights or wish to take yourself out of your comfort zone, why not challenge yourself to go over the edge? We offer abseiling and climbing experiences to give you a unique perspective from real rock faces.
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46 reviewsConiston
Copper View is a VB 4-star bungalow. Set in the centre of Coniston village - an ideal base for many activities.
Cockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
Ambleside
Stay in a luxury Shepherd's Hut at the stunning Victorian House Hotel in Grasmere. Perfect for a relaxing stay after days exploring the Lake District with private riverbank views.
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.
Great Langdale
These two traditional Lakeland cottages are beautifully situated in Great Langdale valley in the heart of the Lake District where there are numerous walks to suit all abilities and ambitions.
Newby Bridge
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die for, this is thriving not just surviving!
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54 reviewsTroutbeck, Penrith
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!
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526 reviewsKeswick
Low Briery Holiday Park is situated just outside Keswick, in a beautiful wooded valley in the English Lake District.
Discover the freedom a self catering holiday in the Lake District offers.
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171 reviewsAmbleside
The Temperance Inn is located in the heart of the Lake District’s walking capital, Ambleside, known for it’s bustling atmosphere, unbeatable mountain views and winding streets.
Penrith
Our spacious plush glamping cabins can offer a comfortable glamping experience.
Ireby
An elegant 18th century country house hotel set in its own extensive grounds in the stunning northern Lake District. Luxury accommodation, award-winning food and genuine hospitality. Dogs welcome.
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682 reviewsPenrith
Our Universally Accessible glamping pods and cabins are suitable for guests with and without disabilities. All our Universally Accessible units are wheelchair accessible and include features such as level entry, wide doors and at least 1.5m turning…
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