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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.
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
The Lakeland Model Village showcases dozens of miniature buildings crafted from locally sourced…
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Keswick Film Festival is Cumbria’s premiere cinematic event bringing the best of international and…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Great exhibitions, activities, gift shop and café in a glorious park setting amongst the mountains.…
Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Visit BAHA and enjoy LIVE MUSIC on Fridays & Saturdays all year round!
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Eycott Hill is a great place to take a short walk with amazing views across Lake District fells.…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
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…
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the…


You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Coniston
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in this exquisite steam-powered craft. You can choose from three routes: Mountain cruise, Heart of the Lake cruise or the Full Lake cruise.
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…
Ambleside
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a fantastic collection of art & crafts by some amazing artists, many of them local to the area.
Ambleside
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of cinema and the arts. We offer the complete evening out, you can wine and dine and see a film.
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.
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.
Keswick
Prepare to be wowed by England's only true mountain forest. Rising 1000ft above sea level and set in the middle of the stunning Lake District National Park, Whinlatter offers a fantastic day out for all!
Nr Bowness-on-Windermere
The Lakeland Model Village showcases dozens of miniature buildings crafted from locally sourced Coniston slate. Over the past 25 years, local builder Edward Robinson carefully created each one by hand, faithfully recreating some of Cumbria’s most…
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…
Grasmere
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints from 4 generations of the family.
Boot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
St John's St, Keswick
Keswick Film Festival is Cumbria’s premiere cinematic event bringing the best of international and independent cinema from across the world for those who love films and the beautiful setting of the Lake District.
Cockermouth
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and interesting topics for guests to explore. These are very popular and seats should be reserved in advance through the website.
Cockermouth
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake Station offers a unique place to enjoy breakfast, brunch and lunch aboard the replica Orient Express train, right here in the Lake District.
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…
Grasmere
Make yourself comfortable in the former home of National Trust Founder, Canon Rawnsley. Only partially restored and decorated, this isn’t a typical National Trust experience.
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
Hawkshead
Come and discover all that Grizedale has to offer – take in Lake District landscapes, experience a whole range of contemporary art and enjoy an adventure, no matter your age!
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.
Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells, exploring the quaint villages, or simply relaxing on the water, hop aboard a Ullswater ‘Steamer’ to experience this little slice of Lake District…
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