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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.
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
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…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
The house boasts 800 years of family history, and is still lived in by the Strickland family today.…
Grizedale Observatory and planetarium for stargazing under the dark skies of the Lake District.…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
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…
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Set on the shores of Derwentwater in Keswick, Theatre by the Lake produces and presents nationally…
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…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…


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

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Ambleside
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…
Ravenglass
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of prey flying displays from Easter to Christmas.
Keswick
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica graphite mine which would have served as the source of the pencil industry over three centuries ago.
Newby Bridge
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience.
Over 100 years of motoring history, the Campbell Bluebird exhibition, IOM TT tribute display and the Leven Valley heritage centre. Gift shop and Cafe Ambio.
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.
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.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Brewery Lane, Keswick
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk from Keswick town centre, enjoy a beer where it’s brewed. Explore on a tour, visit our Brewery Shop, and relax in our Flying Fox Bar.
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.
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.
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
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…
Ambleside
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive backdrop of turrets, towers, informal grounds and miles of lakeshore paths.
Consiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
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.
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…
Windermere
A free Exhibition at the first floor of Windermere Library which tells the heritage of pioneering aviation at Windermere from 1911 up to the present, including features for involvement by children. Disabled access.
Hawkshead
Step inside the charming world of Tabitha Twitchit's second-hand bookshop in Hawkshead, where every shelf holds a story. Come in and wander round, browse and lose yourself in the quiet magic of well-loved pages and forgotten treasures. Whether…
Keswick
Mirehouse is a beautiful family home in a breathtaking setting, welcoming visitors of all ages. Stroll lakeside paths, explore woodland playgrounds, and enjoy the Poetry Walk or the serene walled Bee Garden. Inside, discover fascinating literary…
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