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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.
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Our unconventional Japanese Robata cooking with Korean flavours and Pacific Rim influences makes…
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Gorgeously restored two-screen Edwardian cinema showing the latest blockbusters as well as indie…
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…
This imposing house stands proud at the gateway to the Lake District. Its rich and beautiful garden…
Foulshaw Moss is an unusual habitat called a lowland raised mire – or a peat bog to you and me.…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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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…
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1865 reviewsUlverston
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.
Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere, Lakeside Pier offers a different pace of exploration in the Lake District. Board a Windermere Lake Cruise’s vessel and get treated to the finest views from the water.
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4557 reviewsAmbleside
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point to this iconic National Park location. Windermere Lake Cruises provides visitors with the opportunity to arrive at this historic spot in style, on…
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4557 reviewsBowness-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.
Bowness-on-Windermere
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet all your favourite characters and find out more about Beatrix Potter herself.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Berrier
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking control or just take in the views. Based at Berrier airstrip near Penrith/Ullswater/Keswick. Ideal gift or just to treat yourself.
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.
Keswick
Gorgeously restored two-screen Edwardian cinema showing the latest blockbusters as well as indie movies, and live-streamed theatre, ballet and music.
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297 reviewsBampton, Haweswater
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit wildlife, water and people.
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
Ambleside
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the best arts and crafts in the Lakes and Britain today, including wall art, glass, wood and ceramics.
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25 reviewsConiston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
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.
Bowness on Windermere
Set in the heart of the Lake District, this intimate theatre shares a building in Bowness with the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. The Theatre produces a lively programme of professional drama, music, folk, comedy, lectures and film.
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79 reviewsWindermere
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.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Sublime Symmetry is an exhibition featuring 60 pots, tiles and vases from the De Morgan Collection, including examples of De Morgan's Middle Eastern-inspired designs and glistening lustreware.
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…
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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