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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.
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Gorgeously restored two-screen Edwardian cinema showing the latest blockbusters as well as indie…
This charming 17th century building, which served as the office of Beatrix Potter's solicitor…
A playful new exhibition for 2023, which explores eating and etiquette in Beatrix Potter's stories…
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns…
9 hole mini golf course, putting green, tennis courts, crazy golf, bowling green, infant play area,…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays…
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Wordsworth's best loved family home for 37 years. It was here that he wrote many of his poems. He…
A mock-gothic Castle, on the western shore of Windermere. Empty of original furniture, this is a…
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
Historic haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. A 70-acre garden famous for…
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…
This imposing house stands proud at the gateway to the Lake District. Its rich and beautiful garden…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Our unconventional Japanese Robata cooking with Korean flavours and Pacific Rim influences makes…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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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.
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
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…
Borrowdale, Keswick
Looking for something memorable this summer? Experience the rich history of our underground mining tour first-hand!
Adventure deep into the mine through our underground tunnels and caverns and have a day you’ll never forget.
Our historic slate mine…
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.
Ravenglass
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a 20-minute video.
Cockermouth
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery nights really are like no other. Seated on our stunning steam train and surrounded by 1930’s decor, you will be transported to an era gone by whilst the…
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.
Coniston
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in this exquisite steam-powered craft.
Windermere
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…
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.
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
A mock-gothic Castle, on the western shore of Windermere. Empty of original furniture, this is a place for all the family to enjoy. Join a guided tour to learn more about the castle's colourful history.
Ambleside
This charming 17th century building, which served as the office of Beatrix Potter's solicitor husband, now houses an annually changing exhibition of Potter's original artwork.
Ambleside
Wordsworth's best loved family home for 37 years. It was here that he wrote many of his poems. He became Poet Laureate to Queen Victoria at the age of 74 and was his most successful.
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.
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.
Crag Brow, 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.
Ambleside
Windermere Lake Cruises offer more than just a ferry service. We hold private charters, lunch cruises, buffet cruises, corporate hospitality, public sailings, group travel.
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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