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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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The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
Since 2019, The Native Cult has been radiating their musical sunshine across the North West of the…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation. Join us as we take you…
In 2004, Richard Askwith published Feet in the Clouds: a personal memoir of fell running and…
Create your own silver pendant or earrings inspired by the natural world. Silver clay is fun, fast…
The Whopper is a 6hr or 12hr looped trail race set within Whinlatter forest. Each loop is…
The Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon & 10k in May 2024. With…
On the 31st May we're looking forward to welcoming Rambling Rob Young – A singer-songwriter…
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
Lake District Theatre Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June…
Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique viewing point for some of the…
Choose between the 60km or 99km routes starting just outside Keswick. The route takes us into…
Looking ahead to Friday 24th May, we'll be welcoming Jack Hartley to The Swan. An Avid player on…
The Lakes Charity Classic Vehicle Show is an annual event for the whole family in the English Lake…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Join our crafty team in the Visitor Centre for free drop in craft activities. A great way to finish…
Fell Foot For All is a day of activities championing accessibility to the outdoors for…
Explore the natural world both indoors and outdoors at Windermere Jetty Museum this summer. …
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days…
A 13 or 26 mile trek for supporters of Alzheimer's Society to raise funds.
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
Join us for an incredible adventure on Scafell Pike, one of the National three peaks and the…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Newby Bridge
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company and welcome people of all abilities.
Kendal
Carus Green Golf Club is based on the edge of the English Lake District and has become popular due to it’s PGA Golf Course and other fantastic features.
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
This experience combines two of our most popular, all-year round, activities. We’ve listened to guest feedback and put together a 2-hour activity that combines 4x4 off-road driving with a mini bushcraft experience.
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334 reviewsGrange-over-Sands
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's ideal for those who love this special nature reserve and want to see something new, as well as those who haven't visited before and would like exclusive…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Join us day or night for delicious American Soul Food oozing with flavour right in the heart of Bowness. Combining small plates and sharing dishes, as well as lighter options at lunch, means we have something for everyone.
Coniston
Copper View is a VB 4-star bungalow. Set in the centre of Coniston village - an ideal base for many activities.
Keswick
Camping Pods and Glamping have become very popular and here in the Lake District we can now offer a variety of accommodation here at Castlerigg Hall Caravan and Camping Park to suit most budgets.
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565 reviewsWindermere
We offer 7 different glamping options at Park Cliffe so you’ll find one that perfectly suits your needs. Each will give you a great experience and a bit more comfort than a traditional camping holiday – it’s a brilliant way to enjoy the great Lake…
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849 reviewsWindermere
Laik manages super-stylish holiday homes in some of the favourite spots in the Lake District.
Local, flexible and friendly, Laik goes that bit extra with their homes and hospitality to make sure your stay in The Lakes turns out just perfect…
Keswick
Rowling End Farm and The Mouse House Rowling End are located in the Newlands Valley, with private gardens and access straight on to the fells.
Windermere
Afternoon tea served overlooking Windermere or in our comfortable lounge bar. Our restaurant, Burlington's, named after the local slate, is not just a hotel restaurant, its a destination in its own right. Our head chef Lukasz specialises in French…
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1475 reviewsConiston
Spoon Hall Caravans is a quiet family run farm site with beautiful views over Coniston water. Nearly 1 mile from Coniston village in a good area for walking and touring the Lakes.
Ambleside
Completely refurbished in 2018, in a beautiful location by Rydal Falls, Stable Cottage is a self-catering holiday cottage. The extensive grounds include a Victorian Ice-house, an 18th century Game Larder, an 18th century viewing station known as the…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Opened summer 2021 on a quiet side street one step up from the lake in Bowness-on-Windermere. This former grande dame Victorian hotel has just had an £8 million makeover, and has re-emerged dressed for a night out and sporting a chic, city-slicker…
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462 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?
Windermere
Lakelovers is the self-catering company of choice for tens of thousands of holiday makers each year and with lots of luxury properties, pets staying for free, exclusive discounts when you are here.
Keswick
Join our Head Chef Chris Lyon and our restaurant team for an experience you wont forget.
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2336 reviewsNear Hawkshead
Our pop-up canvas village is made up of sturdy pre-pitched bell tents that take the hassle out of pitching up, leaving you free to explore the local area or try out some of the activities available on site. How idyllic does this sound? Located on…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Take in the stunning views from our lakeside Restaurant whilst dining from our seasonal menu, we serve only the finest British cuisine in our restaurant.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Glamping PODs in the heart of the Lake District National Park above Lake Windermere. Nestled in a woodland with great walks and mountain bike routes from the door. Dogs welcome in some PODs. Heated facilities and on-site parking. Great for…
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