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Welcome to the Lake District – where modern tourism was born.
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.
Photo: Derwentwater
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From well-equipped campsites to luxury spa resorts, there’s no shortage of quality accommodation in the Lake District. This is where modern tourism was born, after all.- It’s easy to eat well in the Lake District. Whether in a cosy village inn or in the elegant setting of a high-class restaurant, the quality of food is exceptional.
- Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged and energised.
- Have you got a year to spare? You’ll need that amount of time and more if you want to make a real dent in the list of incredible activities available in the Lake District.
- Let us help you find inspiring places to visit with our travel itineraries. Whatever your choice of location, duration and budget, check out our recommendations.
Highlights
Our delectable Afternoon tea, made by our talented pastry chef, receives a festive makeover to…
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One of the finest female singer/songwriters this country has produced in years, Edwina brings…
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Wow your friends this festive season with your own special designed wreath made by your own fair…
This is a three day intensive art course for beginners or experienced artists. You will be…
Based on Dickens' own performance adaptation, Simon Callow and director-designer Tom Cairns have…
Come along and create a handmade festive wreath hosted by Florist Siobhan from Stem & Petal Flowers…
What was education like in the late 19th and early 20th centuries? Who was Charlotte Mason? Why was…
A 10K course through the beautiful Great Langdale valley. The Langdale Christmas Pudding run has…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meets on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
This time we will not be burned! Fire walking has been practiced in many cultures around the globe…
Are you ready to get in the festive spirit? Enjoy a spot of seasonal indulgence this Christmas…
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
A series of folk music sessions with a difference - set in the glorious surroundings of the…
A Christmas show with some crazy bits, a sackful of their singalong, wintry-wonderful songs. The…
A roaring fire, a house decked with greenery, a wintery walk with views of snow topped fells. Take…
Join us at The Beer Hall for a gin tasting evening and guided talk through the history of the…
Extend the festive period with a trip to the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway and experience the…
Prepare to embark on an enchanting journey like no other with Honister Slate Mine's Secret…
Step back in time with a Victorian Christmas at Townend. The fire is roaring, the house decked…
THE KING OF THE WALTZ BRINGS YOU A FESTIVE SPECTACULAR FROM HIS WINTER PALACE IN HIS HOMETOWN OF…
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High Swinklebank Farm, Longsleddale Rd, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9BDTelephone
01539 823682Kendal
High Swinklebank is a hill sheepfarm with local Kendal rough fell sheep. It is in one of the beautiful unspoilt valleys of the Lake District. Ideal for walking, relaxing and getting away from it all.
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Stickle Ghyll Car Park, Great Langdale, Cumbria, LA22 9JYTelephone
07946841772Great Langdale
Spend an action packed day learning the essential skills needed to successfully survive and thrive in a mountainous environment.
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Ullswater Holiday Park, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0LRTelephone
017684 86666Penrith
Camping Cabins are the perfect alternative to camping in a tent.
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Newlands Adventure Centre, Stair, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UFTelephone
017687 78463Keswick
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a wet decent of a Lakeland mountain stream, We are based just twenty minutes walk away from the top of the ghyll which means the only thing getting soaked…
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Turntable Cafe, Ravenglass, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SWTelephone
01229 717171Ravenglass
Located at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Fellbites Café serves everything from hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and homebaked cakes, to full meals made to order.
The Turntable Café, located on Platform 1 serves a wide array of food from hearty…
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Coniston
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock climbing, it is a great way to ascend a mountain taking on the challenge of using your hands and feet to climb steeper sections of rocky terrain. As the…
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Buttermere, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9UZTelephone
017687 70252Cockermouth
A 17thC building, owned and run by family for 30 years. First licensed in 1735 as coaching inn. Apartments built in grounds 17 years ago and continually upgraded.
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Roe Head Lane, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2LTTelephone
017684 86363Penrith
A choice of self-catering accommodation, owned and operated by the Heath Family. The award-winning Hillcroft Park is set in the beautiful Ullswater Valley, and offers year-round holiday accommodation to suit every taste and pocket.
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Ullswater
Hidden with a seculded spot within the hotel grounds and connected by glazed walkways, a large double bedroom and twin bedroom look out onto floor-to-ceiling views across the grounds to the lake and fells beyond.
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High Hollin Bank, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AGTelephone
015394 41680Coniston
We are a small family run cottage letting business in Central Lakeland. Our five traditional cottages are in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside and Coniston.
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Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LATelephone
015394 45566Windermere
Broadoaks is set in the beautiful and tranquil Troutbeck valley yet is central for the centres of activity at Windermere, Bowness and Ambleside. It boasts beautiful views, a croquet and boules lawn and a luxurious Victorian ambience.
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Highgate, Hutton John Estate, Penruddock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SETelephone
01768483742Penruddock, Penrith
Brow Wood Cabin is a bespoke and luxurious L-shared cabin, situated next to an ancient wood. There is a super king bed and shower room. The perfect place to escape to.
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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Elterwater National Trust Car Park, Elterwater, Langdale, Cumbria, LA22 9JUTelephone
015395 96317Langdale
Stickle Ghyll is a fantastic ascent of a gorge in the Langdale valley. The location is stunning and parking is plentiful. If you are in the National Trust the parking is free, otherwise expect to pay. There are toilet blocks in the car park and two…
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Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2NATelephone
017684 86309Penrith
We offer a selection of beautiful Lakeland self-catering cottages. Located both on Park Foot holiday park on the shores of Lake Ullswater and around the village of Pooley Bridge, they are suitable for families or couples looking for the convenience…
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Newby Bridge Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3LRTelephone
015394 42137Windermere
The Beech Hill Hotel is situated on the banks of lake Windermere. We have 55 bedrooms that have been refurbished to a high standard. Our AA rosette-awarded restaurant offers 2 delicious menus of local and seasonal produce.
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Kirkstile Inn, Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RUTelephone
01900 85219Cockermouth
Set in Loweswater village between Loweswater lake and Crummock water. Rural setting with picturesque views.
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Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YLTelephone
017687 76599Cockermouth
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake Station offers a unique place to enjoy breakfast, brunch and lunch aboard the Orient Express train, right here in the Lake District.
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Slater Bob's, Coppermines Valley, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HPTelephone
015394 41765Coniston
• Sleeps 4
• Mountain hot tub with incredible views of Coniston Old Man
• 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
• Fellside garden
• Slate floors
• Up to 2 dogs welcome
• Log-burning stove
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Low Briery Holiday Park, Penrith Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RNTelephone
01768 772 044Keswick
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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