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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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In 2004, Richard Askwith published Feet in the Clouds: a personal memoir of fell running and…
If you've ever been curious about how photography was done a century or more ago, this workshop…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
Take inspiration from Windermere Jetty Museum's collection and build your own model boat from…
Enchanting evenings of music in the forest, with floor spots, special guests and an informal…
A walking photography workshop around Ambleside and the nearby countryside with photographer Chris…
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days…
Stuck for things to do this May Half Term? Whether you are a thrill seeker looking for…
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Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
A short National Park Volunteer-led guided walk using accessible paths to the summit of Orrest Head…
On the 31st May we're looking forward to welcoming Rambling Rob Young – A singer-songwriter…
Since 2019, The Native Cult has been radiating their musical sunshine across the North West of the…
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
In partnership with the Theatre by the Lake and part of the Fells for All festival, join in on a…
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Hawkshead
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale Forest packs a punch with both action and adventure. Explore the forest on two wheels with our all-terrain Segways or test your nerve amongst the trees…
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869 reviewsWindermere
Tents can pitch in one of two areas. - Our Ghyllside camping area, allows you to reserve your pitch, with electrical hook-up (6amps) suitable for lighting, recharging devices and small appliances such as a travel kettle. These pitches are allocated…
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849 reviewsStaveley
Delightful village inn, riverside location with friendly family welcome, offering excellent cosy accommodation. Local produce of superb real ales.
Ambleside
Discover Ambleside on a walking tour with a Cumbria Blue Badge Guide weaving history, literary and artistic connections through its narrow backstreets.
Penrith
Askham Hall's beautifully remodelled dining area is made up of three exquisite rooms and overseen by renowned head chef Richard Swale.
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157 reviewsWindermere
Join us on our unique minibus tours and discover spectacular scenery, breathtaking views and fascinating Lake District stories. Daily guided tours for scenery, Beatrix Potter, William Wordsworth and out to Haworth and the Brontë sisters.
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499 reviewsNewby 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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54 reviewsPatterdale, Ullswater
At the heart of the village of Patterdale at the southern tip of Ullswater, the Patterdale Hotel is the perfect base for a walking holiday, while the tranquil surroundings are also perfect for a more relaxing break. You can be sure of home-from-home…
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1345 reviewsBowness-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.
Ullswater, Penrith
Waterfoot Park is located within the Lake District National Park, easily accessible from J40 M6.
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443 reviewsCockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
Grasmere
Tweedies Bar & Lodge with 2 restaurants and public bar serving guest ales, world beers, excellent selection of wines. Set in 3 acres of mature grounds. Newly refurbished throughout.
Grasmere
Voted Best Small Hotel at the 2018 Cumbria Tourism awards, Rothay Garden is a delightful Lakeland hotel, overlooked by majestic fells in the vale of Grasmere, surely the perfect choice to enjoy a holiday in Cumbria's English Lake District.
Great Langdale, Ambleside
The Langdale Hotel & Spa in the heart of the Lake District, is the perfect place for getting away from it all.
Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take control of the yacht or just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery unfold around you.
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169 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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4508 reviewsEcclerigg, Windermere
The 5* Langdale Chase is a Luxury. exclusive, Lake District Hotel with unbeatable Windermere views. At Langdale Chase, you can do as much as you wish, or kick back and fine tune the art of doing absolutely nothing either on your own, as a couple,…
Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther Castle is one of the northwest's most spectacular visitor attractions. Its setting within the Lake District National Park is truly beautiful while the…
Kendal
Carus Green Golf Club is based on the edge of the English Lake District and has become popular due to it’s PGA Golf Course and other fantastic features.
Penrith
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination of history, architecture and family which is both a Cumbrian and national story. Dalemain is an award-winning delight and is part of the UNESCO World…
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