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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.

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Northern Lights Gallery
Northern Lights Gallery

Friendly, contemporary Keswick-based art gallery in the heart of the Northern Lake District…

Mountain Biking
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre

Whinlatter Forest Park is England's only true mountain forest. Rising to 790 metres above sea level…

BAHA - Live Entertainment
BAHA - Live Entertainment

Our unconventional Japanese Robata cooking with Korean flavours and Pacific Rim influences makes…

Wray Castle
Wray Castle

A mock-gothic Castle, on the western shore of Windermere. Empty of original furniture, this is a…

Elvastone Circle
Elvastone Circle

The 15 stones, of which the tallest is just under one metre, form an almost perfect circle some 40…

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness

Windermere Lake Cruises offer more than a ferry service. We hold private charters, lunch cruises,…

Mine Tour at Honister Slate Mine
Mine Tour at Honister Slate Mine

Looking for something memorable this summer? Experience the rich history of our underground mining…

Townend
Townend

A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone…

Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House
Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House

Blackwell is one of Britain's finest and most important houses from the turn of the last century,…

The Lake District Wildlife Park
The Lake District Wildlife Park

Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…

Birkrigg Common
Birkrigg Common

Double Circle of stones surrounding cremations in urns (removed). 'Platform' cairn, small barrows,…

Windermere Lake Cruises, Waterhead
Windermere Lake Cruises, Waterhead

Windermere Lake Cruises offer more than just a ferry service. We hold private charters, lunch…

Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam & Stories
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam & Stories

Discover 200 years of Windermere’s boating history and the stories of the people involved - from…

The Heaton Cooper Studio
The Heaton Cooper Studio

Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…

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Sizergh Castle - National Trust

This imposing house stands proud at the gateway to the Lake District. Its rich and beautiful garden…

Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum

A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle

Raised in circa 3000BC, Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric of all British stone circles…

The Peter Rabbit Garden at The World of Beatrix Potter
The Peter Rabbit Garden at The World of Beatrix Potter

The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…

Theatre by the Lake
Theatre by the Lake

Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…

Aira Force Waterfall © National Trust Images, John Malley
Aira Force

The stream which flows over Aira Force is Aira Beck, which rises on the upper slopes of Stybarrow…

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Askham Hall Gardens

Askham Hall has 12-acres of beautiful gardens (with an edible theme), an animal viewing area and a…

Swinside Stone Circle
Swinside Stone Circle

Originally know as Sunkenkirk, consists of 50 stones at the foot of Black Combe. Access is via a…

Dove Cottage
Wordsworth Grasmere

A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…

Fell Foot
Fell Foot

Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…

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  • 2Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre
  • 3BAHA - Live Entertainment
  • 4Wray Castle
  • 5Elvastone Circle
  • 6Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness
  • 7Mine Tour at Honister Slate Mine
  • 8Townend
  • 9Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House
  • 10The Lake District Wildlife Park
  • 11Birkrigg Common
  • 12Windermere Lake Cruises, Waterhead
  • 13Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam & Stories
  • 14The Heaton Cooper Studio
  • 15Sizergh Castle - National Trust
  • 16Lakeland Motor Museum
  • 17Castlerigg Stone Circle
  • 18The Peter Rabbit Garden at The World of Beatrix Potter
  • 19Theatre by the Lake
  • 20Aira Force
  • 21Askham Hall Gardens
  • 22Swinside Stone Circle
  • 23Wordsworth Grasmere
  • 24Fell Foot
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  1. The Ruskin Gallery at The Ruskin Museum
    The Ruskin Gallery at The Ruskin Museum
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    Donal Campbell's Jetstar Speedboat at The Ruskin Museum
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    The Ruskin Museum

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    Yewdale Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DU

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    015394 41164

    helenconistoninstitute@gmail.com

    Coniston

    Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace, and discover the mineral wealth of the fells, all at 'the most thought provoking museum in the Lakes', Rough Guide - all editions.

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  2. Keswick Brewery Tours, Bar and Shop
    Keswick Brewery Tours, Bar and Shop

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    Keswick Brewery Tours, Bar and Shop, The Old Brewery, Brewery Lane, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5BY

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    017687 80700

    info@keswickbrewery.co.uk

    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.

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  3. Lady Anne's Needlework Retreats
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    Lady Anne’s Needlework Retreats

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    Pembroke House, 1 Clifford Street, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TS

    Telephone

    01768 353683

    philipaturnbull@crewelwork.com

    Appleby-in-Westmorland

    We host immersive needlework retreats and tours in the UK and Ireland for the historic needlework enthusiast. Hosted by Phillipa Turnbull and other embroidery specialists and tutors, these experiences are a bucket list...

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  4. Rosehill Theatre
    Rosehill Theatre

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    Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

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    01946 692422

    info@rosehill-theatre.co.uk

    Whitehaven

    Our vision is to be a local theatre of national significance, presenting and producing first class arts and entertainment with a vibrant programme of creative learning.

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  5. Farfield Mill
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    Colour Pattern Texture weaving workshop with Jan Beadle at Farfield Mill
    Farfield Mill
    Heritage weaving loom at Farfield Mill
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    Tearoom at Farfield Mill
    Weaving Water Woven Land - British Tapesty Scottish group exhibition at Farfield Mill
    Hidden Hedgerows exhibition by Ruth Clayton Wickerfish art studio Farfield Mill
    Artist studios at Farfield Mill
    Farfield Mill shop and Makers Gallery
    Colour Pattern Texture weaving workshop with Jan Beadle at Farfield Mill
    Farfield Mill

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    Garsdale Road, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

    Telephone

    01539 621958

    reception@farfieldmill.org

    Sedbergh

    Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art exhibitions, heritage looms and tea room.

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    Live music at Zeffirellis
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    Millans Park, Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AD

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    015394 33845

    enquiries@zeffirellis.com

    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.

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  7. Keswick Museum Cabinet of Curiosities
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    Keswick Museum Cabinet of Curiosities
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    Keswick Museum Telling Tales
    Keswick Museum Exploring History
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    Keswick Museum

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    Keswick Museum, Fitz Park, Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NF

    Telephone

    017687 73263

    info@keswickmuseum.org.uk

    Station Road, Keswick

    Treasures and tales of the north lakes in a beautiful Lakeland slate building in Fitz Park with special exhibitions, activities and cafe.

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  8. Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
    Hawkshead Grammar School Museum

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    Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NT

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    015394 36674

    hgsfcurator@gmail.com

    Hawkshead, Ambleside

    IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS, THE MUSEUM WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

    Wordsworth attended Hawkshead Grammar School from age 9 to 17. The school is now a
    museum and looks much as it did in Wordsworth’s day.

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  9. Thuline Studio Gallery
    Thuline Studio Gallery

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    22 Main Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1DY

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    01539 422382

    art@thuline.com

    Windermere

    Thuline opened a Studio-gallery in Windermere where she sells art and related gifts, paints and run's art workshops. She is known for her original take on animals. and takes commissions. She also runs art workshops.

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  10. Lanercost Priory
    Lanercost Priory

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    Lanercost, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2HQ

    Telephone

    01697 73030

    customers@english-heritage.org.uk

    Brampton

    Standing close to Hadrian's Wall, this beautiful 13C church stands to its full height and remains remarkably well-preserved.

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  11. Holker Hall and Gardens
    Holker Hall and Gardens

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    Cark in Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PL

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    015395 58328

    info@holker.co.uk

    Grange-over-Sands

    Family home to the Cavendish's. Victorian wing, glorious gardens and parkland, woodlands, food hall, gift shop, courtyard cafe and Ilex Brasserie. The hall is set in 25 acres of romantic formal & woodland gardens and ancient parkland, with the…

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  12. Keswick Alhambra Cinema
    Keswick Alhambra Cinema

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    Keswick Alhambra Cinema, St. Johns Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5AG

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    017687 72195

    alhambracinema@gmail.com

    Keswick

    Traditional picture house showing the latest films, arthouse movies, and live-streamed theatre opera and ballet.

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  13. Gallery 26
    Gallery 26

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    68 Main Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DX

    Telephone

    017687 72090

    gallery26@aol.com

    Keswick

    Gallery 26 houses the work of the well known artist, Nelsonn, a painter and sculptor who produces works in series of 26 which are in different materials, styles and subject matter.

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  14. Plaza Cinemas
    Plaza Cinemas

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    Plaza Cinemas, Dunmail Park, Maryport Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1NQ

    Telephone

    01900 870001

    matthew@gcl-leisure.com

    Maryport Road, Workington

    Six-screen independent cinema showing all the leatest blockbusters and weekly alternative titles, with disabled access, free parking and American stadium-style luxury seating.

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  15. Upfront Gallery & Coffee Shop
    Upfront Gallery & Coffee Shop

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    Upfront Gallery & Coffee Shop, Unthank, Nr. Hutton-in-the -Forest, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9TG

    Telephone

    017684 84538

    info@up-front.com

    Nr. Hutton-in-the -Forest, Penrith

    Beautifully converted 17thC farm buildings. Changing exhibitions, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop, holiday accommodation & purpose built 144 seat puppet theatre/arts venue.

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  16. Hawkshead Brewery & Beer Hall
    Hawkshead Brewery & Beer Hall

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    Mill Yard, Back Lane, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9LR

    Telephone

    01539 825260

    info@hawksheadbrewery.co.uk

    Kendal

    The beer hall is the Brewery Tap, sampling room, visitors centre and beer shop. it is a fully licensed bar which looks down onto the brew house.

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  17. Soldiers in Silloth
    Soldiers in Silloth

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    1 Marine Terrace, Criffel St, Silloth, Cumbria, CA7 4BZ

    Telephone

    016973 31246

    twbarker@tiscali.co.uk

    Silloth

    A museum/exhibition based on a collection of toy soldiers and related forts, guns etc. Battlefield models, Hadrian's Wall feature, historical information.

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  18. Larch Cottage - Red Barn Gallery
    Larch Cottage - Red Barn Gallery

    Address

    Melkinthorpe, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2DR

    Telephone

    01931 712404

    plants@larchcottage.co.uk

    Penrith

    Red Barn is the place to shop for a fantastic selection of hand picked, unusual and unique gifts. But Shhhhhhh don’t tell everyone! Upstairs, find ceramics, paintings, prints, glassware sculptures and the largest selection of bespoke hand-crafted…

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