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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.
A playful environment filled with vibrant colours, ambient sounds and digital creatures, inspired…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of…
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes.…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Dominating the Lake District Coast where the mountains tumble into the sea and bursting with…
Gorgeously restored two-screen Edwardian cinema showing the latest blockbusters as well as indie…
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and…
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Coniston
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View the fully restored Bluebird craft in the Bluebird wing of the museum. Discover the mineral wealth of the fells, all at 'the most thought provoking…
Staveley
Inspiring art and craft workshops based in a stunning open plan studio. Treat yourself to a special creative day and enjoy the amazing Lakeland landscape and tranquillity of the Kentmere Valley. 2 course lunch included in the fee.
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight into school life ever since it opened in 1585. William Wordsworth also attended the school from age 9 to 17 with his brothers.
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