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Sometimes it’s hard to find a holiday that will make everyone in the family happy. In the Lake District, Cumbria, the hard part is finding the time to do everything the region has to offer everyone – from 8 to 80. For the kids, the whole region is an adventure playground: whether it’s exploring forests, rowing across a lake like a Viking or building sandcastles, fun is never far away.
Sit back and relax as your youngsters develop an appreciation for the great outdoors. From wild swimming to mountain biking, human bowling to assault courses high up in the trees, climbing your first mountain or following a forest trail, there’s nothing quite like the sight of children enjoying what Cumbria has to offer. Famous for its abundance of wildlife, birdwatchers won’t be disappointed – with our feathered-friends thriving both inland and along more than 100 miles of coastline. Our stunning natural environment also means animals like squirrels, badgers and rabbits are a regular sight when all is still and silent. With an almost unparalleled choice of activities that are fun for the whole family, the Lake District is the perfect place to keep the whole family occupied.
The Lake District, Cumbria is the perfect place to be for a family adventure. Take the clan to one of our fantastic forests and experience everything from a family cycle ride, a bracing walk or zip around on a Segway. You could even explore the tree -tops with an enduring climb or feel the exhilaration of flying over the trees on a zip wire.
We also proudly boast bags of all-weather attractions here in The Lake District, Cumbria. There is always something to do to entertain the kids including lake cruises, steam train rides, theatre shows, independent cinemas and when the sun shines a Wainwright walk or a splash in one of our many lakes and tarns. Or just relax and take in the view with a family picnic on the lake shore.
Make your holiday educational and visit the homes of literary legends such as William Wordsworth and Peter Rabbit author Beatrix Potter. Create your own swallows and amazons on the lake shore or learn about the history of the historic vessels that sail on the lake.
There are enchanting castles, and stately homes, some of them are even said to be haunted. Cumbria has some of the darkest skies in the country, so after nightfall explore the heavens and amaze at the millions of stars overhead.
The Lake District, Cumbria is the place to be for festivals and events. From live concerts in the park to mountain festivals, music festivals of every genre you can think of plus street carnivals and traditional country shows. If you are feeling adventurous there are many endurance challenges from lake swims, to fell runs, extreme cycle rides and triathalons. There really is something for everyone.
Whether its little ones, teenagers, parents or grandparents you will always find something to entertain all the family in the Lake District, Cumbria.
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.
Windermere
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…
Keswick
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.
Penrith
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.
Ambleside
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.
Carlisle
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…
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.
Great 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…
Carlisle
A website showcasing hundreds of family friendly walks here in The Lake District. Search our map today to discover your next family adventure!
Near 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…
Barrow-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…
Windermere
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…
Kendal
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.
Ulverston
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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