Cumbria

Near Derwent Island House

Derwent Island House is a Grade II listed 18th-century Italianate house located on Derwent Island in Derwent Water, Keswick, Cumbria. Owned by the National Trust, it features neoclassical interiors and is open to the public only five days a year, offering a glimpse into historical architecture and island life in the Lake District.

Located in Keswick

Keswick is a historic market town in Cumbria's Lake District, famed for its stunning natural scenery, rich literary heritage, cultural festivals, and outdoor activities around Derwentwater and the surrounding fells.

Near Furness Abbey

Furness Abbey is a historic ruined Cistercian monastery in Cumbria, England, dating back to 1123. It was once the second wealthiest abbey in the country and is now a protected scheduled monument with Grade I listed buildings, offering an outdoor exploration experience with a visitor centre.

Located in Barrow-in-Furness

Barrow-in-Furness is an industrial port town in Cumbria known for its historic planned town layout, rich industrial and maritime heritage, and proximity to natural attractions like the Lake District. It offers cultural sites, shopping, varied leisure, and access to offshore wind farms.

3 miles from Ennerdale

Ennerdale in the Lake District offers a natural outdoor experience with wild landscapes, lakeshore walks, and wildlife in Cumbria's largest National Nature Reserve, accessible via two free car parks.

2 miles from Lakes Aquarium

Lakes Aquarium in Cumbria showcases diverse aquatic life from lakes around the world with themed exhibits including Lake District native species and a virtual diving bell experience, offering an engaging indoor aquatic encounter.

3 miles from Black Middens Bastle House

Black Middens Bastle House is a fortified farmhouse from the 16th century Anglo-Scottish border region, featuring thick stone walls and elevated living quarters. It offers a unique outdoor historic experience in a remote Northumberland setting with access via a walk from a small car park. Entry is free and visitors can explore the traditional bastle architecture and surrounding areas.

Near Netherby Hall

Netherby Hall is a historic Grade II* listed mansion house in Cumbria, located on the site of a Roman fort and containing a 16th-century pele tower. Visitors can explore the restored stables and walled garden as well as the historic interiors, with self-catering accommodation available on site. The venue offers a rich history linked to the Border region and literary connections to Sir Walter Scott.

3 miles from Bow Bridge

Bow Bridge is a well-preserved late medieval multi-span sandstone bridge near Furness Abbey in Cumbria, built in the 1500s by monks to access their New Mill, showcasing original features as a Scheduled monument.

2 miles from Hadrian's Wall

Hadrian's Wall is a historic Roman defensive fortification running across northern England, featuring ruins of forts, milecastles, and turrets. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site notable for cultural and historical significance, with a popular walking trail following its route.

Near Wray

Wray Castle is a Victorian neo-gothic castle in Cumbria with extensive grounds featuring rare trees, part of Windermere shoreline, and historic connections to Beatrix Potter. It is managed by the National Trust and offers both indoor tours and outdoor exploration, including public access to the grounds year-round.

Near Wray Grounds Tour - Walk & Talk

7–8 Oct, 11–15 Oct…

A 45-minute outdoor walk around the perimeter of Wray Castle, where a member of the Wray team shares stories about the estate’s history, notable guests and future plans.

Near Hill Top, Cumbria

Hill Top Farm is a 17th-century historic house museum in Cumbria, England, that was once home to Beatrix Potter. Visitors can explore the preserved interior rooms furnished as in Potter's time and enjoy the surrounding garden maintained in the style of her illustrations. The venue offers a unique insight into the life and works of the beloved children's author in a picturesque Lakeland village setting.

Near Pets to Page: The Tale of Two Bad Mice

7 Oct–13 Dec (another 65 days)

Explore Beatrix Potter’s creative process behind The Tale of Two Bad Mice through her manuscript, sketches, finished artworks and a restored dolls’ house. Visitors can watch animations and a conservation film, use interactive lighting and handle a replica dolls’ house.

Located in Settle

Settle is a historic market town in North Yorkshire, England, known for its cultural festivals, historic architecture, scenic walks, and access to the Yorkshire Dales and Settle-Carlisle Railway.

Near Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop

Tabitha Twitchit is a historic 17th-century stone building in Hawkshead, Cumbria, which housed the Beatrix Potter Gallery dedicated to original book illustrations by Beatrix Potter. It showcases her artwork and relates to her life and work within a preserved former solicitor's office, managed by the National Trust until 2022.

2 miles from Mischief in Miniature

7 Oct–13 Dec (another 65 days)

Visitors explore Hill Top to spot needle-felted mice and miniature scenes inspired by Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Two Bad Mice.

2 miles from Swarthmoor Hall & Gardens

Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century country house renowned as the birthplace of Quakerism, featuring historic rooms open for viewing, set in extensive gardens with a wildflower meadow, a barn café, and a small gift shop. It offers a blend of indoor heritage and outdoor natural beauty for visitors.

Located in Alston

Alston is a historic market town located in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known as England's highest market town. It features cobbled streets, a rich mining heritage, and offers scenic outdoor activities including walking and cycling routes. The town also has cultural landmarks and hosts tourism linked to its industrial and natural history.

Near SY Gondola

The Steam Yacht Gondola is a restored Victorian steam-powered passenger vessel offering scenic cruises on Coniston Water, England. Operated by the National Trust, it runs from March to October with options for private charters and an immersive 'Engineer for the Day Experience'.

Near Castletown House

Castletown House is a Grade II listed historic mansion built in the Grecian style set within the Castletown Estate near Rockcliffe, Cumbria. Visitors can explore the house and grounds on an owner-led tour that includes refreshments and scenic views over the tidal Rockcliffe marshes. The house is open by appointment only and charges an entrance fee.

Located in Ulverston

Ulverston is a historic market town in Cumbria, England, known for its cultural festivals, historic monuments like the Hoad Monument, and connections to famous personalities such as Stan Laurel. It offers a vibrant town centre with markets, museums, and walking opportunities near the Lake District National Park.

3 miles from Haweswater

Wild Haweswater is a nature reserve in the eastern Lake District, featuring rugged upland landscapes and diverse wildlife including red squirrels, ring ouzels, and salmon. Visitors can explore hiking trails, enjoy wildlife hides, and experience a natural environment maintained by the RSPB and United Utilities.

3 miles from Campfield Marsh

Campfield Marsh is a large wetland nature reserve on the Solway Firth offering diverse habitats including saltmarsh, peatbogs and farmland, ideal for birdwatching and wildlife observation. Visitors can explore flat trails, boardwalks and hides, enjoy picnic facilities and learn at the visitor centre. Dogs are welcome on leads, and the reserve is wheelchair accessible with accessible toilets and baby changing facilities.

Located in Silloth

Silloth is a historic port town and seaside resort in Cumbria known for its maritime heritage, caravan parks, annual festivals, and charming planned town centre with a golf course.

Near Rayrigg Hall

Rayrigg Hall is a Grade II* listed Tudor and Georgian private family home on the shores of Lake Windermere, offering scenic gardens, historic architecture, and notable past residents. Visits are by appointment with light refreshments available, providing a unique glimpse into historical architecture and gardens.

3 miles from Pages from the Potter Family Album

7 Oct 2026–31 Mar 2027 (another 173 days)

An outdoor exhibition at Wray featuring enlarged photographs by Rupert Potter, Beatrix Potter’s father. The images show Victorian family life, travel, leisure and landscapes connected with the Potter family’s time in the Lake District.

2 miles from Borrowdale and Derwent Water

Borrowdale and Derwent Water in Cumbria offer a scenic outdoor experience with lakeshore walks, ancient woodlands, and accessible trails. Visitors can explore natural beauty including wetlands, historic landmarks like the Bowder Stone, and indulge in activities such as canoeing and paddleboarding. Facilities include car parks, a coffee shop, and several picnic spots making it suitable for all ages.

Near Bellingham, Northumberland

Bellingham is a village in Northumberland popular with walkers and cyclists on the Pennine Way, featuring a local heritage centre, historic church, waterfalls, and traditional bastle houses nearby.

Near Arnside and Silverdale

Arnside and Silverdale is a natural outdoor area noted for its limestone grassland, mixed woodland, and diverse wildlife including butterflies and song-birds. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Morecambe Bay and the Lake District, several walking trails, and notable landmarks like the Queen Victoria Jubilee Monument. The site is dog friendly but has uneven terrain and no indoor facilities.

Near Ambleside Roman Fort

Ambleside Roman Fort offers visitors the chance to explore the ruins of a significant Roman fortification from the 1st or 2nd century AD situated on the shore of Lake Windermere in Cumbria. Managed by the National Trust, the outdoor site features remains of defensive walls, gates, barracks, and other Roman structures, providing insight into Roman military presence in Britain. The site is accessible to the public and is an important historic and archaeological attraction within the Lake District National Park.

2 miles from War Comes to Westmorland

7–8 Oct, 13–15 Oct…

War Comes to Westmorland explores the Jacobite Rebellion through the stories of Old Ben Browne and George Browne of Townend, showing how the conflict affected the Lake District.

Located in Ambleside

Ambleside is a picturesque market town in the Lake District National Park, known for its historic sites, riverside setting by Windermere lake, and outdoor activities such as hiking, mountaineering, and mountain biking.

2 miles from Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens

Dalemain Garden in Penrith features a historic family home setting with extensive outdoor gardens including rare plants, heritage apples, a wild woodland, and themed borders. Visitors can enjoy award-winning and diverse botanical displays in a picturesque landscape.

Near Wordsworth House

Wordsworth House is a Georgian historic house museum in Cockermouth, Cumbria, where poet William Wordsworth was born. It is a Grade I listed building and is open to public visits from March to October each year.

Located in Cockermouth

Cockermouth is a historic market town in Cumbria, England, known for its medieval layout, Georgian architecture, and cultural heritage including the birthplace of poet William Wordsworth. It features a lively arts scene and scenic riverside walks.

2 miles from Penrith Castle

Penrith Castle is a ruined medieval castle in Penrith, Cumbria, dating from 1399-1470, now a historic ruin maintained by English Heritage and open to the public as a park with extensive remains near Penrith railway station.

Near Grasmere (lake)

Grasmere is a small lake in England's Lake District, known for its connection to poet William Wordsworth and its scenic natural surroundings. The lake allows private and hire rowing boats but prohibits powered boats. It features one island now owned by the National Trust and offers picturesque views from surrounding areas.

2 miles from Wordsworth the Influencer

7 Oct, 10–14 Oct…

A permanent exhibition at Allan Bank explores how William Wordsworth influenced the Lake District. Visitors can see large-scale photographs of landscapes featured in his writing, alongside a first edition of his Guide to the Lakes and later guides.

Near Brough Castle

Brough Castle is a historic ruined stone castle located in Brough, Cumbria, originally built in 1092 on a Roman fort site. Visitors can explore its extensive ruins including the 12th century keep and Clifford's Tower, revealing centuries of history shaped by battles, fires, and restorations. The site offers an outdoor experience rich in medieval and post-medieval heritage under English Heritage care.

2 miles from Castlerigg stone circle

Castlerigg Stone Circle is a prehistoric Neolithic and Bronze Age stone circle located near Keswick in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England. It features around 40 volcanic rock stones arranged in a flattened circle with a notable rectangular inner setting. The site offers scenic views of surrounding fells and is one of the earliest stone circles in Britain, popular among tourists and solstice visitors. It is a protected scheduled monument owned by the National Trust and managed by English Heritage.

Near Windermere and Troutbeck

Windermere and Troutbeck is a National Trust property in Cumbria featuring natural landscapes around Windermere lake, historic farms including Beatrix Potter's Troutbeck Park, and sites like Ambleside Roman Fort and Bridge House.

3 miles from Townend Guided Tour

7–8 Oct, 13–15 Oct…

A volunteer-led, 45-minute guided tour explores the history of Townend, the Browne family and the people and objects connected with their home. Some sessions include an additional focus on the library or a historical food display.

Located in Windermere

Windermere is a Cumbria town within the Lake District National Park known for its proximity to Windermere lake and scenic surroundings, offering rail and bus access, local amenities, and boat trips on the lake.

2 miles from Mirehouse

Mirehouse is a historic manor house in Cumbria set in beautiful parkland and gardens with literary and artistic heritage. Visitors can enjoy indoor tours of the house with live piano music and various collections, alongside outdoor exploration of gardens, woodland playgrounds, and lakeside walks with stunning views.

Near Cavens

Cavens is a historic house in Kirkbean that operates as a small exclusive hotel during summer months with six ensuite rooms, offering full dinner and breakfast. It can also be booked exclusively for family or group stays, especially for golf or shooting events.

Near Windermere and Footprint

Footprint in Windermere, Cumbria, is an educational centre housed in the first straw bale building in the region, offering pre-booked outdoor learning sessions, green woodworking, bushcraft courses, and family activities in a woodland and pasture setting. The site features wheelchair accessible facilities and indoor and outdoor experiences in nature.

3 miles from Taste of Townend

8 Oct, 15 Oct…

Explore the Browne family’s 17th-century recipe book at Townend, where a volunteer in period costume discusses its food, medicine and household recipes. Food recreated by the living history team is displayed but cannot be tasted.

3 miles from Ravenglass Roman Bath House

Ravenglass Roman Bath House is a well-preserved ancient Roman bath house ruin in Cumbria, England, part of a 2nd-century fort. Visitors can explore outdoor remains of walls and structural features accessible by a disability-friendly walking route.

2 miles from Isel Hall

Isel Hall is an ancient historic house situated on a steep slope above the River Derwent in Cumbria, offering impressive south-facing terraces with scenic river and Lakeland fell views. The venue is open seasonally for tours and welcomes Historic Houses members with free entry.

3 miles from Aira Force

Aira Force is a notable waterfall in Cumbria's Lake District, set in National Trust land with accessible paths, historic bridges, and a visitor center with a café. It offers scenic outdoor walks and features a unique visitors' Wish Tree.

2 miles from Lanercost Priory

Lanercost Priory in Cumbria is a historic Augustinian monastery founded around 1169, featuring impressive ruins and a nave still used as a parish church. Visitors can explore both the outdoor ruins and the indoor church and exhibition areas, who enjoy its rich history including royal visits and Roman influences.

3 miles from Allan Bank

Allan Bank is a Grade II* listed historic villa in Cumbria, England, known for its connection to William Wordsworth and other literary figures. Located in the Lake District, it offers both indoor historical house exploration and outdoor garden experiences with red squirrels. The property is owned by the National Trust and open to the public.

3 miles from Verdigris

7 Oct, 10–14 Oct…

An exhibition by artist Kathryn Poole brings together flower paintings, botanical etchings and lithographs of foxgloves from the grounds of Allan Bank. The works explore the foxglove’s life cycle, regeneration and the contrast between its poisonous and medicinal qualities.

3 miles from Sizergh

Sizergh Castle is a Grade I listed stately home and historic house museum in Cumbria, England, featuring Elizabethan and Georgian architecture with notable oak interiors and portraits. Visitors can explore both the castle's historic indoor spaces and its extensive outdoor gardens and estate, which includes the largest limestone rock garden held by the National Trust.

3 miles from House Taster Tours

8 Oct, 13 Oct…

A 45-minute guided tour through Sizergh House, where volunteers introduce key people and events from the house’s 800-year history.

Near Whitehaven Coast

Whitehaven Coast in Cumbria offers a scenic outdoor experience featuring wildflower meadows, seabird colonies, and an industrial heritage with the site of England's first under-sea coalmine. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, family-friendly play events, and coastal views from Whitehaven to St Bees Head.

Located in Whitehaven

Whitehaven is a historic planned Georgian town and port in Cumbria, England, known for its coal mining heritage, maritime history, and cultural attractions including the Beacon museum and various festivals.

2 miles from Beckside House

Beckside House is a rare small northern gentry Georgian house dating from 1767, featuring a well-preserved interior and contemporary garden with formal lawn and beck-side walk, open to visitors by prior appointment mainly in August and holiday periods.

Located in Kirkby Lonsdale

Kirkby Lonsdale is a picturesque historic market town in Cumbria known for its Norman architecture, the medieval Devil's Bridge, and scenic views along the River Lune.

2 miles from Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve

Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve is a coastal nature reserve featuring wild sand dunes, grasslands, and a beach with panoramic views of the Lake District mountains. It is notable for its rare wildlife including the natterjack toad and migratory bird populations, offering outdoor recreation like guided nature walks for families and dog walking.

2 miles from Geltsdale

Geltsdale is a remote nature reserve in the North Pennines known for upland birds like Black Grouse and Hen Harrier, with diverse habitats including bogs, grasslands, and woodlands. Visitors can explore nature trails, enjoy viewpoints, and visit the accessible visitor centre and toilets. Dogs are allowed on leads, and entry and parking are free.

Located in Haltwhistle

Haltwhistle is a market town in Northumberland, England, near Hadrian's Wall and Northumberland National Park, known for its historic sites, walking opportunities, and rich history.

3 miles from Holker Hall & Gardens

Holker Hall & Gardens is a 25-acre estate featuring formal and woodland gardens, including a romantic Sunken Garden, a wildflower meadow, and the National Collection of Styracaceae. Visitors can enjoy plant sales, refreshments, and scenic mown paths through vibrant herbaceous borders and natural parkland.

Near Wordsworth Grasmere

Wordsworth Grasmere offers a rich cultural experience exploring William Wordsworth's home, Dove Cottage, with restored gardens and woodland, an interactive museum with manuscripts, and engaging activities for all ages. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, a sensory garden, and a café serving local food amidst the scenic Lake District setting.

Near The Caravan Press

7 Oct, 10–14 Oct…

An exhibition about printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis and the printing business she ran from a caravan in Langdale in the late 1940s. Visitors can explore her life and work, with printing activities available for adults and children.

2 miles from Tarn Hows and Coniston

Tarn Hows in Cumbria offers a scenic and accessible outdoor experience featuring a circular walk around a breathtaking tarn, woodland trails including a waterfall, and grazing rare cattle breeds. Facilities include a café and mobility scooter hire, with parking available for a fee unless you are a National Trust member.

3 miles from St Bees Head

St Bees Head is a coastal nature reserve in Cumbria featuring a unique cliff-nesting seabird colony with three scenic viewpoints and nature trails. Visitors can enjoy outdoor wildlife watching, picnic in designated areas, and explore the rugged coastline. Dogs are welcome on leads and the site is free to access.

Near Number Seven Church Street

Number Seven Church Street is a classic Lakeland cottage located in Wordsworth country, Ambleside, Cumbria, offering charming historic accommodation with limited accessibility and free parking for visitors. Access requires payment even for Historic Houses members.

3 miles from Stranger Folk Digital Adventure at Allan Bank

7 Oct, 10–14 Oct…

Visitors use the Stranger Folk mobile app to follow a guided quest through Allan Bank’s grounds, completing magical tasks and encountering creatures from British folk tales.

3 miles from Bowder Stone

The Bowder Stone is a massive andesite lava boulder located in Borrowdale, Cumbria, known for its impressive size and climbing staircase for visitors to reach the top. It is a historic natural landmark cared for by the National Trust with open outdoor access.

3 miles from Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon is a protected natural area in the Lake District with mountains, farms, valleys and historical sites owned and maintained by the National Trust.

Near Winshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall

Winshields Wall is a section of Hadrian's Wall at its highest point in rugged countryside offering spectacular outdoor views. The site is free to enter and accessed only by foot, with nearby parking available at Once Brewed visitor centre.

Near Lakeland Wildlife Oasis

Lakeland Wildlife Oasis is a 3-acre zoological collection in Cumbria featuring over 100 species including snow leopards and fossa, with themed indoor exhibits and outdoor enclosures. It offers interactive animal experiences, a café, and participates in conservation efforts.

2 miles from Askham Hall

Askham Hall is a historic Cumbrian house featuring early peel tower architecture, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences. It is a popular wedding venue with luxurious accommodation, in-house catering, and exclusive use options, set in picturesque surroundings near Penrith.

Near Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore

Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore offer stunning panoramic lake views from a historic viewing platform with coloured glass, combined with extensive outdoor walking and cycling trails along England's largest lake. Visitors can enjoy a cosy café, wildlife, and family-friendly activities in a beautiful natural setting with accessible lakeshore paths.

Near Hodbarrow

Hodbarrow is a peaceful nature reserve situated on a coastal lagoon and grassland overlooking the Duddon estuary, popular for birdwatching and wildlife observation with wheelchair accessible paths and no entry fee.

2 miles from Tarn Hows

Tarn Hows is a scenic artificial tarn located in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria, known for its beautiful natural surroundings, walking trails, and waterfalls. It is a protected Site of Special Scientific Interest and managed by the National Trust, attracting many visitors for outdoor recreation and nature appreciation.

3 miles from Buttermere and Ennerdale

Buttermere and Ennerdale is a National Trust property in the Lake District featuring expansive fell and common land, lakes, farms, and woodland, offering a natural outdoor experience.

2 miles from Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park

Aira Force is an 18th-century pleasure ground featuring a dramatic 65-foot waterfall and extensive woodland trails rich in wildlife such as rare red squirrels. Visitors can enjoy outdoor adventures including walking trails with panoramic views over Ullswater, along with a tea-room offering refreshments. The site is family-friendly, dog-friendly with dogs on leads welcome, and free for the general public to visit. While it offers accessible parking and toilets, the steep and rugged terrain limits wheelchair accessibility to the waterfall itself.

3 miles from Hawkshead and Claife

Hawkshead and Claife is a National Trust property in Cumbria featuring the historic town of Hawkshead, Claife Viewing Station with unique colored glass rooms offering views over Windermere, and nearby Wray Castle. Visitors can enjoy walking and cycling along the lake shore and explore notable historic sites within the woodland and village areas.

Near Lincluden Collegiate Church

Lincluden Collegiate Church offers visitors the chance to explore the remains of a historic collegiate church with notable Gothic architecture and the tomb of Princess Margaret from 1450. The site is primarily an outdoor experience focused on historic ruins.

Located in Dumfries

Dumfries is a historic market town and administrative centre in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, known for its rich cultural heritage, Robert Burns connections, and vibrant arts and festival scene along the River Nith.

Located in High Bentham

Bentham is a traditional market town in North Yorkshire with rich weaving history, heritage walking trails, and community events including an agricultural show and carnival.

2 miles from The Langdales

The Langdales in the Lake District offer dramatic natural landscapes with mountain peaks, tarns, woodland trails, and a historic arboretum. Visitors can enjoy extensive outdoor walking and cycling routes, accessible areas including a circular trail around Blea Tarn, and peaceful woodland at High Close Estate. Facilities include parking, accessible toilets, and dog-friendly paths, making it suitable for families and nature lovers.

Near Harps North West

13 Oct, 10 Nov…

Members of Harps North West play an informal harp quartet performance in the Wordsworth Study, with music ranging from folk and pop arrangements to classical and specially written pieces. Attendees can also chat with the musicians and see or try the harps.

2 miles from Housesteads Roman Fort

Housesteads Roman Fort, located on Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland, England, is a remarkably well-preserved Roman fort dating back to around 124 AD. Visitors can explore both extensive outdoor ruins and an indoor site museum showcasing Roman artefacts, providing insight into over 300 years of Roman military history in Britain.

2 miles from Stagshaw Garden

Stagshaw Garden is a woodland garden in Cumbria managed by the National Trust, famous for its shrubs including rhododendrons, azaleas, and camellias, providing a scenic outdoor experience.

2 miles from Mayburgh Henge

Mayburgh Henge is a large prehistoric Neolithic and Bronze Age monument near Eamont Bridge, Cumbria. It features a circular stone bank and a standing monolith, with alignment to the equinox sun. The site offers an outdoor experience exploring ancient ritual and trade center remains in a historic landscape.

2 miles from Townend

Townend is a 17th-century historic house in Troutbeck, Cumbria, owned by the National Trust. It offers insight into the life of a wealthy farming family and is a Grade I listed building open to the public for tours.

Near King Arthur's Round Table

King Arthur's Round Table is a Neolithic henge monument in Cumbria, offering visitors a chance to explore historic earthworks forming part of a ritual landscape near Penrith. The site is free to access and maintained by English Heritage, with visible features including a large circular ditch and bank.

3 miles from Holehird Gardens

Holehird Gardens is a 10-acre fellside garden featuring spectacular views over Windermere, diverse plant collections, woodland walks, and a walled garden. Visitors can enjoy national plant collections and new accessible paths amid wildflower meadows and herbaceous borders.

3 miles from Guided Walk: Prehistoric Sizergh

12 Oct, 19 Oct…

Join a guided walk to Sizergh Fell to explore traces of the area’s prehistoric and Roman past, alongside its grassland, wildlife and views over Morecambe Bay. The walk lasts around two hours.

Located in Kendal

Kendal is a historic market town in Cumbria known for its grey limestone buildings, Kendal Castle, local festivals, shopping, and cultural attractions like galleries and museums.

2 miles from Cawfields Roman Wall - Hadrian's Wall

Cawfields Roman Wall is a prominent outdoor section of Hadrian's Wall located on a steep slope in Northumberland, featuring historic turrets and a milecastle built by the Second Legion Augusta. Visitors can explore freely during daylight hours and enjoy nearby facilities and parking.

Near Brantwood

Brantwood is a historic garden and museum in Cumbria, formerly home to John Ruskin, featuring a large estate with diverse plantings, ancient woodland, a meadow, and rare flora by Coniston Water. Visitors can explore both indoor museum exhibits and extensive outdoor gardens and woodlands.

2 miles from Leighton Moss

Leighton Moss is a large nature reserve in Lancashire featuring extensive reedbeds, saltmarsh, and woodland habitats. It offers outdoor wildlife watching with hides and trails accessible to wheelchair users. The venue includes an award-winning visitor centre with a café, shop, and family-friendly facilities.