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Cumbria and the Lake District is the perfect family getaway, with something for everyone – regardless of age. And when it comes to where to stay, we’ve got you covered.- It does rain from time to time in the Lake District, but how else did you think we got our fabulous landscapes and those lakes? Still, we’re more than prepared for the occasional downpour, and there’s plenty to do while taking shelter from the elements.
- The Lake District, Cumbria is England’s most beautiful corner in any weather, but there’s something magical about the place when the sun shines. The sun draws out walkers and mountaineers, sailors and cyclists, abseilers and zorbers, zipliners and those looking to sit quietly by a lake and take in the majestic beauty of it all.
- Lots of great inspiration hints and tips to help you get the most out of your visit to the Lake District, Cumbria.
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Historic haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. A 70-acre garden famous for…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Busy Marina on Derwentwater offering boat hire, watersports shop & chandlery, berthing & launching,…
No visit to The Lake District, Cumbria, would be complete without a visit to England’s largest…
Leisure at the Castle Inn offers a great range of facilities available to our Members and guests…
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the…
Ruskin’s former home Brantwood incorporates a historic house, gardens, museum and a vibrant centre…
Eden Arts is an artist-led organisation based in Eden in Cumbria. Eden Arts hosts a range of gigs,…
Windermere Lake Cruises offer more than a ferry service. We hold private charters, lunch cruises,…
Cumbria's multi-award winning all-weather attraction on our family farm, meet our friendly animals,…
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
A full day of mountain activities for families with kids aged 11+, including climbing, abseiling…
A website showcasing hundreds of family friendly walks here in The Lake District. Search our map…
Journeying in our sit on top kayaks is the perfect way to paddle around the small islands and bays…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Beatrix Potter day! After breakfast we will make our way to Hill Top, owned by the National Trust,…
Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley.…
If you have your eye on walking up a Wainwright, maybe even all of them, or if you want to scale…
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in…
While Windermere is famous for its larger vessels, did you also know there’s a fleet of almost 50…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Ravenglass
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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Newby Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8NPTelephone
07946841772Windermere
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District National Park. Our experiences are suitable for all including families, couples and friends, and we also offer group training courses that are suitable…
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Derwentwater Marina, Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RFTelephone
017687 72912Keswick
Busy Marina on Derwentwater offering boat hire, watersports shop & chandlery, berthing & launching, boat sales and self-catering apartments. Hiring a boat is the perfect way to get out & explore Derwent Water.
No visit to The Lake District, Cumbria, would be complete without a visit to England’s largest lake, Windermere; And what better way to experience it than from onboard a world-famous Windermere Lake Cruises ‘steamer’? Steamers and launches sail…
Penrith
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. A place where friends, family and colleagues can share a meal, watch a film, hold a meeting, see an exhibition, buy a gift or catch up…
Coniston
Ruskin’s former home Brantwood incorporates a historic house, gardens, museum and a vibrant centre for the arts. The views of Coniston Lake from the house are stunning.
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The Old Fire Station, Bridge Lane, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7TPTelephone
01768 899444Penrith
Eden Arts is an artist-led organisation based in Eden in Cumbria. Eden Arts hosts a range of gigs, exhibitions and activities at their base in The Old Fire Station in Penrith.
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Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JATelephone
015394 43360Ambleside
Windermere Lake Cruises offer more than a ferry service. We hold private charters, lunch cruises, buffet cruises, corporate hospitality, public sailings and group travel. Steamers and launches sail daily throughout the year from Bowness.
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Walby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4QLTelephone
01228 573056Carlisle
Cumbria's multi-award winning all-weather attraction on our family farm, meet our friendly animals, try out our exciting indoor and outdoor play areas and explore our nature trail. Our Curly Tails Cafe is open from 10.00 until 17.00.
Lakeside
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you can visit the station tea room, gift shop, woodland playground, picnic area and engine shed.Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from…
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Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SPTelephone
017683 61893Penrith
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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Rossett Bridge, Great Langdale, Cumbria, LA22 9JUTelephone
07903456136Great Langdale
A full day of mountain activities for families with kids aged 11+, including climbing, abseiling and a grade 1 scramble. You will spend half the day at a crag a few minutes walk away to climb and abseil. The other half of the day will involve a…
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Beyonk Online Booking
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Carlisle
A website showcasing hundreds of family friendly walks here in The Lake District. Search our map today to discover your next family adventure!
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Graythwaite Adventure Watersports Site, Near Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA12 8BATelephone
07498 574659Near Hawkshead
Journeying in our sit on top kayaks is the perfect way to paddle around the small islands and bays off Graythwaite Estate’s private shoreline. We feel that no visit to the Lake District is complete without spending some time on the water and this…
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Beyonk Online Booking
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North Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PWTelephone
01229 876400Barrow-in-Furness
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the social and industrial history of the Furness area. The museum is a great day out for all with a popular playground, attractive Channelside walks, cafe…
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Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BNWindermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
Far Sawrey
Beatrix Potter day! After breakfast we will make our way to Hill Top, owned by the National Trust, this is the home that inspired Beatrix Potter to create her much loved characters. Full of her precious things, Hill Top encapsulates her passion that…
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Beyonk Online Booking
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Raines Hall Farm, Sedgwick, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0JHTelephone
015395 61760Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Newby Bridge
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays. Plus discover creatures from around the world including piranha, otters and clownfish.
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Haverthwaite Station, Haverthwaite, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8ALTelephone
015395 31594Ulverston
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley. Licensed tea room, gift shop, engine shed, picnic area & playground.
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