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England’s best-known and most popular national park is a postcard landscape of shimmering lakes, craggy hilltops and ancient forests that has enchanted poets and painters since the late 18th century, when the Romantics first had their imaginations stirred by the panoramas that have remained unchanged to this day.
And what panoramas they are. There’s the classic Lakeland setting of Windermere, England’s largest lake and the primary destination for millions of tourists since the railroad was first built in the middle of the 19th century. On it is busy Bowness and the charming villages of Grasmere and Hawkshead, surrounded on all sides by beautiful mountains.
The north lakes – Ullswater, Bassenthwaite, Derwentwater, Loweswater – are quieter and wilder, in the shadow of the rugged Skiddaw range and with handsome Keswick at the heart of it. The lush Borrowdale Valley leads to the dramatic Honister mountain pass and into the natural lakes of Buttermere & Crummock.
Adventure seekers go west, to the higher ground of Great Langdale and the region’s major summits of Bowfell, Crinkle Crags and the biggest mountain of all, Scafell Pike.
The Lake District is an outdoor activities paradise, but its literary connections draw as many visitors as its walks do. William Wordsworth lived virtually all of his life here, drawing inspiration from the surrounding countryside to write some of the English language’s most enduring poetry. The landscape also proved a creative spark for the likes of Sameul Taylor Coleridge, Arthur Ransome and Beatrix Potter – who dedicated much of her life to protecting the Lake District’s beauty and heritage.
In all its beauty and diversity the Lake District remains as it has been for millennia, which is one of the reasons why in 2017 the national park was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site – its river valleys, lakes and mountains home to an unique hill-farming culture and ancient heritage that has been carefully preserved. Here in the Lake District we know how to take good care of you; we’ve had plenty of practice.
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Our 26th Keswick Beer Festival will take place on the 7th and 8th June 2024.
If you've ever been curious about how photography was done a century or more ago, this workshop…
Take inspiration from Windermere Jetty Museum's collection and build your own model boat from…
Create your own silver pendant or earrings inspired by the natural world. Silver clay is fun, fast…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
We're excited to present our first ever Green Film Festival to celebrate the Big Green Week! Five…
This talk by Joseph Ritson will take you through the history of fell running in the Lake District,…
The Lakes Charity Classic Vehicle Show is an annual event for the whole family in the English Lake…
Join us for an incredible adventure on the Coniston Fells, a stone's throw from the historic…
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that combines the power of nature, ancient…
This week we'll be helping our special woods at Staveley Woodlands Nature Reserve. Try your hand at…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
A 13 or 26 mile trek for supporters of Alzheimer's Society to raise funds.
Join rising star Dana Zemtsov and Festival Director Anthony Hewitt in John Ruskin's elegant drawing…
Join us for an epic day exploring the breathtaking Coniston fells with our expert guide, where…
Lake District Theatre Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June…
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
Join our crafty team in the Visitor Centre for free drop in craft activities. A great way to finish…
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days…
In partnership with the Theatre by the Lake and part of the Fells for All festival, join in on a…
Join us for an incredible adventure on Scafell Pike, one of the National three peaks and the…
Explore the natural world both indoors and outdoors at Windermere Jetty Museum this summer. …
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Thwaites Ln, Windermere
Whether you're looking for the perfect spot to take a break from shopping or needing some fuel for the fells, The Café at Lakeland is just the place.
KENDAL
Sizergh Caravan and Camping, is a small family run site ,based on an organic dairy farm with an award winning farm shop and cafe.We are with in easy reach of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.
Pitch up,relax and enjoy our…
Keswick
Situated in the heart of Newlands Valley Keswick, opposite Catbells, The Old Barn and Farm House have outstanding views of the entire valley.
Bassenthwaite
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are friendly and inquisitive animals and just like us they enjoy a bit of fresh air and exercise. Meet our five boys Hugo, Hector, Herbie, Dougal and…
Penrith
Lacet is an idyllic Lakeland cottage, whilst being comfortable and modern. It has two bedrooms, one with a feature bath with a view. There are two shower rooms and a well equipped kitchen and cosy sitting room with log burner.
Glenridding
We offer a wide range of land and water based activities in the Lake District including RYA sailing courses, corporate events, team building activities, youth group events, and family adventure days.
Staveley
The Beer Hall, is open every day to bring you the freshest core range and small batch beers. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.
Newby Bridge
The Swan Inn, nestled within The Swan Hotel, is a charming pub that serves as the heart of our wonderful establishment, providing a warm and inviting space for both guests and locals alike! It's the ideal cosy hub where you can unwind and reconnect…
Every single one of our holiday cottages have been personally inspected by dedicated property managers to ensure a high standard of holiday accommodation. Our growing collection of well-kept properties in Cumbria and the Lake District make a perfect…
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.
Grasmere
Tweedies Bar & Lodge with 2 restaurants and public bar serving guest ales, world beers, excellent selection of wines. Set in 3 acres of mature grounds. Newly refurbished throughout.
Get ready for an experience on the water you'll never forget! We offer a range of options for kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddleboarding (SUP) in Coniston. Get in touch today to build your own custom experience.
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46 reviewsKeswick
Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to discover. Take a sunset paddle with a picnic dinner or journey to a sheltered hidden bay for a lunch, kayaking is as relaxing or demanding as you like.…
Our ghyll scrambling, gorge walking & canyoning experiences around Coniston suit most fitness levels. Experience exhilarating waterfalls, canyons, and water challenges on our guided private sessions.
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46 reviewsUllswater
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct?
Bowness-on-Windermere
A delicate restoration to the Grade 2 listed hall, Fallbarrow Hall celebrates its history while leaving ensuring it’s equipped to host a modern, 21st century get together for up to 36 people. Located in Fallbarrow Holiday Park, relax and unwind in…
Newby Bridge, Backbarrow
The Whitewater Hotel is the ultimate Lake district retreat, featuring the fantastic Cascades Leisure Club & Spa.
Keswick
A luxury, family run country house hotel and restaurant near Keswick in The Lake District National Park. Lyzzick Hall is a perfect base for a walking, sight-seeing or relaxing break.
Ravenglass
Located at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Fellbites Café serves everything from hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and homebaked cakes, to full meals made to order.
The Turntable Café, located on Platform 1 serves a wide array of food from hearty…
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1940 reviewsHawkshead, Lake Windermere
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake frontage, is our magical bushcraft base where we love to welcome those seeking a real outdoor experience. Our bushcraft experiences are relaxed, fun and…
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