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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.
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Set in the heart of the Lake District, in Bowness-on-Windermere, The Victoria Wood Theatre presents…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William…
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and…
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…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Set on the shores of Derwentwater in Keswick, Theatre by the Lake produces and presents nationally…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a…
Foulshaw Moss is an unusual habitat called a lowland raised mire – or a peat bog to you and me.…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…


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

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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…
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