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The Cumbrian garden is the perfect complement of nature and genius. Here you can discover topiary, visit national collections and explore those gardens with strong literary connections, from Wordsworth and Ruskin to Potter and Gilpin.
 
Large or small, the Lake District garden is one of the most beautiful feature of the region, from the grand garden at Holker Hall to the magnificent creations at Ruskin’s Brantwood and Wordsworth’s at Rydal Mount. At Levens and Muncaster you’ll find gardens that combine history and adventure, while smaller gardens at Dalemain and Hutton-in-the-Forest are fine examples of family care.

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  1. White Platts Recreation Ground, Ambleside
    White Platts Recreation Ground, Ambleside
    White Platt's Recreation Area

    Address

    Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DJ

    Telephone

    01729 860353

    enquiries@hortonlandscaping.co.uk

    Ambleside

    9 hole mini golf course, putting green, tennis courts, crazy golf, bowling green, infant play area, 18 hole mini golf course.

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  2. The Peter Rabbit Garden at The World of Beatrix Potter
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    The Peter Rabbit Garden at The World of Beatrix Potter

    Address

    The Old Laundry, Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

    Telephone

    015394 88444

    information@hop-skip-jump.com

    Bowness-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.

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  3. Lowther Castle & Gardens
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    Address

    Lowther Castle, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HH

    Telephone

    01931 712192

    martin.ogle@lowthercastle.org

    Penrith

    A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award winning Lowther Castle is a place to be inspired; by the setting, the story of the colourful characters who lived here, the transformation of the Gardens and one of…

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  4. Wray Castle
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    Wray Castle

    Address

    Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JA

    Telephone

    015394 33250

    wraycastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Ambleside

    A mock-gothic Castle, on the western shore of Windermere. Empty of original furniture, this is a place for all the family to enjoy. Join a guided tour to learn more about the castle's colourful history.

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  5. Levens Hall & Gardens
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    Levens Hall, Gardens & Kitchen

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    Levens Hall, Gardens & Kitchen, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0PD

    Telephone

    015395 60321

    houseopening@levenshall.co.uk

    Kendal

    A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. Also home to the world's oldest topiary gardens, designed by Guillaume Beaumont, retain many original features. Cafe, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.

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  6. Muncaster Castle Conferences
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    Muncaster Castle

    Address

    Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229 717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Cumbria

    Historic haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. A 70-acre garden famous for its rhododendrons set against the stunning backdrop of the Lakeland fells. Hawk & Owl Centre home to a diverse collection of birds.

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  7. Dove Cottage
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    Wordsworth Grasmere

    Address

    Town End, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

    Telephone

    015394 35544

    enquiries@wordsworth.org.uk

    Grasmere

    A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and high thinking’. The sights, sounds and smells bring to life the bustling family home the Wordsworths would have known over 200 years ago.

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  8. Barrow Public Park
    Barrow Public Park

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    Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA13 9BD

    Telephone

    01229 876564

    gardensandparks@barrowbc.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Set in 45 acres, Barrow's award-winning park provides the perfect place to stroll on sunny afternoons. Barrow Park..... always something going on, always something growing on!

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    Acorn Bank

    Address

    Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SP

    Telephone

    017683 61893

    acornbank@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Penrith

    A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal and culinary herb collection and orchards, woodland walks to a restored watermill.

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  10. Fell Foot
    Fell Foot

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    Newby Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8NN

    Telephone

    015395 31273

    fellfoot@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Ulverston

    Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access to Lake Windermere with picnic areas, boat hire and tea room.

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  11. Hutton in the Forest
    Hutton in the Forest

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    Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9TH

    Telephone

    017684 84449

    info@hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk

    Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC additions. Extensive gardens in woodland setting walled garden, topiary, woodland walk and lake with cascade.

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  12. Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House
    Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House

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    Near Sawrey, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0LF

    Telephone

    015394 36269

    hilltop@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Ambleside

    Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden. Her paintings of the House and garden were used to illustrate many of her tales.

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  13. Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin
    Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin
    Bluebell Wood
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    The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant
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    Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin

    Address

    Lake Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AD

    Telephone

    015394 41396

    enquiries@brantwood.org.uk

    Coniston

    Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.

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  14. Wood Hall Gardens
    Wood Hall Gardens

    Address

    Wood Hall, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0NX

    Cockermouth

    A 5.5 acre terraced garden with panoramic view. Summerhouses, ancient trees, choice shrubs and plants. Paradise for bird lovers, artists and gardeners.

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    Sizergh Castle - National Trust

    Address

    Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AE

    Telephone

    015395 60951

    sizergh@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Nr Kendal

    This imposing house stands proud at the gateway to the Lake District. Its rich and beautiful garden includes a pond, lake, a national collection of hardy ferns and a superb limestone rock garden. Sizergh Castle is a medieval house with Tudor…

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  16. Tarn Hows
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    Address

    Tarn Hows, Tarn Hows Main Car Park, Nr Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AG

    Telephone

    015394 41456

    tarnhows@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Nr 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.

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    Askham Hall Gardens

    Address

    Askham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PF

    Telephone

    01931 712 350

    enquiries@askhamhall.co.uk

    Penrith

    Askham Hall has 12-acres of beautiful gardens (with an edible theme), an animal viewing area and a stylish rustic café.

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  18. Lakeland Maze Farm Park
    Lakeland Maze Farm Park

    Address

    Raines Hall Farm, Sedgwick, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0JH

    Telephone

    015395 61760

    info@lakelandmaze.co.uk

    Kendal

    Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.

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  19. Cockshot Point
    Cockshot Point
    Cockshot Point

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    Glebe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, WINDERMERE, Cumbria, LA23 3GZ

    WINDERMERE

    A short walk from the centre of Bowness is Cockshot Point on the lake shore. It’s the perfect place for a family picnic and a paddle in the lake.

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  20. Borans Park, Ambleside
    Borans Park, Ambleside
    Borans Park, Ambleside

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    Borrans Road, AMBLESIDE, Cumbria, LA22 0EN

    AMBLESIDE

    Offering superb Lake Views, large open green space, picnic tables and parking nearby, Borans Park also has the remains of a Roman road leading to the ruin of the Galava Roman fort. Head down to the lake shore for the perfect picnic spot.

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