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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…
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…
Visit BAHA and enjoy LIVE MUSIC on Fridays & Saturdays all year round!
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
The house boasts 800 years of family history, and is still lived in by the Strickland family today.…
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Set on the shores of Derwentwater in Keswick, Theatre by the Lake produces and presents nationally…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Eycott Hill is a great place to take a short walk with amazing views across Lake District fells.…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…


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

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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…
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…
Hawkshead
Grizedale Observatory and planetarium for stargazing under the dark skies of the Lake District. Nestled deep within the breathtaking Grizedale Forest in the heart of the Lake District, this immersive stargazing experience invites the whole family to…
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.
Ulverston
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.
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.
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.
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.
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
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…
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
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in this exquisite steam-powered craft.
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.
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.
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.
Windermere
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the kids keep watch for the creature. It’s a magical way to make a family walk or boat trip even more exciting. A Lake District Character – Bownessie…
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.
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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