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Let your imagination soar in Cumbria and the Lake District. Whatever you fancy, chances are we’ve got it, whether it’s award-winning museums about almost everything – from ancient history to motorcars, from boats to pencils – to visiting the houses of some of England’s most famous writers.
Some of our best-known attractions are about engaging directly with the beautiful landscapes: from boat hire options on Lake Windermere to tackling the Via Ferrata at Honister Slate Mine. Whatever your age, whatever your interest, we’ve something for you to see and do. All you need to do is show up.
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a…
Gorgeously restored two-screen Edwardian cinema showing the latest blockbusters as well as indie…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Set in the heart of the Lake District, this intimate theatre shares a building in Bowness with the…
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays…
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip…
Foulshaw Moss is an unusual habitat called a lowland raised mire – or a peat bog to you and me.…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
The house boasts 800 years of family history, and is still lived in by the Strickland family today.…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Ravenglass
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a 20-minute video.
Keswick
Experience adventure at Keswick Mountain Festival (16-18 May 2025) with trail runs, hikes, triathlons, live music, outdoor brands & more in the stunning Lake District. Book now!
Ravenglass
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake District coast where mountains meet the sea. With over 800 years of history, Muncaster is still cherished by the Pennington family, who warmly welcome…
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…
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…
Penrith
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling across one of the largest adventure playgrounds in the country. When you do this at Lowther, you have found the lost castle.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Troutbeck, Penrith
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!
Borrowdale, Keswick
The slate mine tours at Honister Slate Mine offer an exciting experience suitable for all ages come rain or shine. Set in a picturesque part of the Lake District at the top of Honister Pass, visitors can adventure deep into the belly of Fleetwith…
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight into school life ever since it opened in 1585. William Wordsworth also attended the school from age 9 to 17 with his brothers.
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.
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.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Visit BAHA and enjoy LIVE MUSIC on Fridays & Saturdays all year round!
Consiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
Windermere
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque village buzzing with tourism. The star attraction is undoubtedly Bowness Pier, the central hub for cruises on England's largest lake, Windermere.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
Bassenthwaite
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and endangered species like Gibbons and Asian Fishing Cats, plus family favourites like lemurs and Meerkats. A great day out for all the family.
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
Bampton, Haweswater
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit wildlife, water and people.
Nr Bassenthwaite Lake
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National Park with the vision of producing a world class single malt whisky and a global brand that is recognised and respected around the world
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