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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.
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a…
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Keswick Film Festival is Cumbria’s premiere cinematic event bringing the best of international and…
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of…
Foulshaw Moss is an unusual habitat called a lowland raised mire – or a peat bog to you and me.…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Set on the shores of Derwentwater in Keswick, Theatre by the Lake produces and presents nationally…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Set in the heart of the Lake District, this intimate theatre shares a building in Bowness with the…
Sizergh boasts 800 years of family history, and is filled with thousands of fascinating items…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Grizedale Observatory and planetarium for stargazing under the dark skies of the Lake District.…
Eycott Hill is a great place to take a short walk with amazing views across Lake District fells.…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…


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

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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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