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.

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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 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.

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.

Winster Cottage

A detached cottage on the edge of Grange-over-Sands in the Lake District National Park, offering a peaceful setting with three bedrooms and a garden, suitable for families and close to local outdoor activities.

2 miles from 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 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.

2 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.

Dunlin Haven

This holiday apartment on the first floor offers panoramic sea vistas towards the Lake District Fells, accommodates up to six guests with three bedrooms, welcomes pets, and features a large balcony with outdoor furniture and private parking onsite.

2 miles from 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.

Near Great Langdale

Great Langdale is a scenic valley in the Lake District National Park, renowned for hiking, climbing, and outstanding natural features like the Langdale Pikes and Dungeon Ghyll waterfall. It also has historic significance for Neolithic stone axe production and offers outdoor activities for all ages.

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 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.

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.

Sunnybank

This two-bedroom family-friendly lodge is located on the South Lakeland Leisure Village and offers a ground-floor open plan living space with shared access to leisure facilities including a heated indoor swimming pool, gym, steam room, and private parking.

Near Warton Old Rectory

Old Rectory, Warton is a free-to-visit ruin of a 14th-century rectory near Lancaster, showcasing historic architecture and medieval manorial court history under English Heritage protection.

Garth Country House Cottages- Garth Court

A split-level one bedroom apartment located near the village of Near Sawrey in The Lake District National Park, offering a peaceful rural retreat ideal for couples with private parking and shared laundry facilities.

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.

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.

2 miles from Sandscale Haws

Sandscale Haws is a national nature reserve in Cumbria featuring sand dunes, rare natterjack toads, and significant fungal biodiversity. Visitors can explore natural habitats and historic mining remains with boardwalk access from the car park to the beach and pools.

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 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 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.

Near 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 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.

Church House Cottage

This accommodation is a cosy cottage located in a quiet setting within the Duddon Valley, surrounded by nature and wildlife, offering a homely and peaceful atmosphere suitable for families.

The Studio at Cross House

The Studio at Cross House is a cosy, charming studio retreat located in the village of Whittington near Kirkby Lonsdale, offering a peaceful and intimate setting ideal for couples or solo guests seeking relaxation in the countryside.

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.

3 miles from Stott Park Bobbin Mill

Stott Park Bobbin Mill is a 19th-century working bobbin mill museum in Cumbria, showcasing historic wood turning machinery including a steam engine and water power, operated by English Heritage.

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.

3 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.

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.

2 miles from 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.

Near Frontierland, Morecambe

Frontierland Western Theme Park was a historic amusement park in Morecambe, Lancashire, operating from 1909 to 1999. It featured classic roller coasters, flat rides, and the Polo Tower observation tower, becoming a popular seaside attraction before closing and being redeveloped into retail outlets.

Located in Morecambe

Morecambe is a historic seaside town in Lancashire known for its Victorian and mid-20th century heritage as a popular seaside resort, with cultural landmarks, live music venues, and events.

2 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.

Shore Meadow

This semi-detached bungalow is located near the Lake District National Park and a secluded sandy beach, offering peaceful coastal countryside views. It features two double bedrooms, a woodburner, and an enclosed lawned garden with a patio, making it suitable for families with children and pets.

Located in Millom

Millom is a historic town in Cumbria, England, known for its heritage linked to ironworks and mining, scenic views from Black Combe hill, historic buildings like Millom Castle and churches, and cultural venues celebrating local arts and the poet Norman Nicholson.

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 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.

Dale Garth Lodges - Oak Lodge

A contemporary, high-end lodge with private hot tub and private parking, set in landscaped grounds near the South Lakes, ideal for exploring the Lake District National Park.

Hillside Farm Cottage

Hillside Farm Cottage is a former farmhouse on the Cumbrian coast near the Lake District National Park, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere for families and couples with easy access to beach, countryside, and local amenities.

3 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.

Grange End Cottages - Grange End Stables

Grange End Stables is a cosy cottage set in a quiet corner of Grasmere, surrounded by scenic countryside and close to the River Rothay, offering a peaceful retreat with private parking and a small enclosed courtyard garden.

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.

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.

2 miles from Dalton Castle

Dalton Castle is a 14th-century Grade I listed peel tower in Cumbria, England, managed by the National Trust. It offers indoor historical exhibitions including local history and art displays, highlighting its past as a prison and administrative center.

Tower Cottage

This is a stylish three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage in Arnside, a coastal village near the Lake District, offering private parking and access to nearby leisure facilities including a heated swimming pool and spa amenities.

2 miles from Leighton Hall

Leighton Hall is a Grade II*-listed Regency gothic house in Lancashire, still lived in by the Gillow family. Visitors can explore both the historic house interiors and extensive parkland with family-friendly outdoor activities, enjoy a traditional tea room, and watch birds of prey displays.

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.

Near 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.

3 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.

Near Levens Hall

Levens Hall is an Elizabethan manor house in Kendal, Cumbria, known for its historic interior and extensive, world-famous topiary gardens dating from the 17th century. Visitors can explore the house and gardens, enjoy the picnic areas, cafe, and shop, with facilities suitable for children and wheelchair access.

Near 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.

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.

Brent Cottage

A spacious four-bedroom house located in the centre of Windermere Town, offering a characterful and deceptively spacious accommodation ideal for families and groups, close to local amenities and Lake Windermere with an enclosed rear garden and private parking.

3 miles from 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 Hest Bank At Morecambe Bay

Hest Bank at Morecambe Bay is a nature reserve known for its extensive mudflats supporting a rich variety of birdlife including waders, ducks, and geese. Visitors explore open outdoor spaces to enjoy birdwatching with facilities like nearby parking and a cafe, but no toilets or formal trails on the site.

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.

2 miles from Heysham Coast

Heysham Coast is a sandstone headland near Morecambe featuring the ruins of the early medieval St Patrick's Chapel and unique rock-cut graves. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks through coastal grassland and woodland with spectacular views over Morecambe Bay and the Lake District.

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.

Ramblers' Cottage

A three-bedroomed cottage situated in a quiet and peaceful location close to the pier and restaurants of Bowness, offering a comfortable home suitable for families and groups, with a private enclosed garden and convenient on-site parking.

3 miles from 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.

Farleton View

A detached holiday home with living areas on the first floor, sleeping up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms, set in a scenic countryside location with views of Farleton Fell and a small lawned garden with patio.

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 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.

Torver Station Cottages - Ticket Office

This unique accommodation is a former railway station ticket office located on the ground floor in a peaceful hamlet near Coniston Water, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with countryside surroundings and historical features.

3 miles from Guided Walk: Ancient Trees and Magnificent Murals

12 Oct, 19 Oct…

A volunteer-led, two-hour walk explores Sizergh’s ancient trees, farmland and limestone woodland, with views over the Lyth Valley and Lake District fells, and a visit to the historic mural at St John’s Church.

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 Cartmel Priory Gatehouse

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse is a medieval building in Cumbria that served as part of the Augustinian Cartmel Priory and later a grammar school. It is now owned by the National Trust with limited public access to the Great Room on certain days.

Located in Grange-over-Sands

Grange-over-Sands is a picturesque Victorian-era seaside town in Cumbria, England, known for its scenic promenade along Morecambe Bay and proximity to the Lake District. It offers a charming centre for tourists with hotels, holiday properties, and a variety of cultural and natural attractions.

Pier Cottage

This holiday cottage is located in Arnside and offers a stylish, self-contained accommodation suitable for families and groups, with access to scenic coastal and nature surroundings and leisure facilities nearby.

3 miles from Halecat

Halecat is a historic Georgian house set in scenic woodlands and gardens in Cumbria. Visitors can explore the house's grand interiors and enjoy the natural beauty of the estate's broadleaf woodlands and meticulously designed formal gardens, including a listed gazebo. The site offers facilities for children and is part of the Witherslack Estate, popular with walkers and wildlife enthusiasts.

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 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.

Near 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.

The Cottage at Breeze Hill

This spacious bungalow in the small village of Carr Bank near Arnside offers a tranquil coastal setting ideal for couples, families, or small groups seeking a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat with nature on the doorstep.

Meadowcroft Cottages - Haystacks

This semi-detached holiday cottage is located near Lake Windermere and Bowness, providing a peaceful and homely retreat with easy access to the town and scenic countryside surroundings, suitable for families and couples.

Little Esthwaite Cottage

This single-storey cottage set in a quaint village location near Esthwaite Water offers a peaceful and laid-back atmosphere with scenic views across fields to the lake, surrounded by countryside and natural charm.

Lake View

This three-bedroom property accommodates up to five guests and is located in a quiet area near Windermere and Bowness with views over Lake Windermere to the Langdale Pikes; it features a large garden with walks onto the fells directly from the rear garden.

Oaks Farm Cottage

This 16th-century beamed holiday cottage is quietly located half a mile from Ambleside's center, featuring original character, a secluded garden with fell views, and proximity to Lake District walks and local amenities.

Garth Country House Cottages- Gardeners Cottage

A detached open plan cottage in a rural setting near Near Sawrey village in the Lake District, ideal for couples seeking a quiet, relaxing break with nearby walks and cycle routes.

Cockleshell Cottage

Cockleshell Cottage is a terraced holiday home in Haverigg by the sea with views of the estuary, close to sandy beaches, the harbour, and the Cumbrian Coastal Way, offering a peaceful and scenic coastal setting with nearby countryside and family-friendly features.

Peachy

Peachy is a holiday caravan by the sea positioned on a corner plot, featuring an open-plan living space with a decked terrace and partial sea view, within a complex that offers shared leisure amenities including an indoor heated pool and sauna.

3 miles from Garden Tours - Mornings

8–9 Oct, 12–16 Oct…

Join a guided tour through Sizergh’s garden and plant collection. Guides discuss the garden’s history and development, current and future projects, and seasonal highlights.

Dale Garth Lodges - Birch Lodge

A detached lodge in the Lake District with ground-floor open plan living, two bedrooms, a private hot tub, a terrace with garden furniture, and private parking for two cars, set within landscaped grounds shared with other properties and close to local attractions.

2 miles from 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.

Ingleborough View

This self-contained cottage is situated in the heart of the 'Three Peaks' country with scenic views over fields and fells, set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales within 6 acres of private land, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with character features and easy access to outdoor activities.

3 miles from Fell Foot

Fell Foot Park is a National Trust country park at the southern end of Windermere in Cumbria, offering lakeside walks, historic boathouses, boat and kayak hire, a café, a playground, and seasonal ferry links to Lakeside station.

3 miles from 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.

3 miles from 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.

Marrion House

This single storey, semi-detached bungalow is located in the peaceful village of Overton near Lancaster and Morecambe Bay, offering scenic countryside views and easy access to coastal and countryside activities.

Beech Cottage

Beech Cottage is a traditional mid-terrace holiday cottage in the village of Nether Kellet that offers a peaceful and cosy environment ideal for couples and small families, featuring two bedrooms, an enclosed garden, and proximity to countryside walks and local amenities.

3 miles from Gresgarth Hall

Gresgarth Hall features a celebrated garden designed by Lady Arabella Lennox-Boyd, set in a valley with a lake and sculptures, open to the public monthly from February to November and free for Historic Houses members.

Sheilings

This detached holiday cottage near Ambleside and Lake Windermere offers spacious accommodation for up to six guests surrounded by mature gardens and scenic countryside, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and families.

Rustic Cottage

This accommodation is a terraced holiday cottage in Bowness-on-Windermere located within walking distance to Lake Windermere and nearby outdoor and water activities in a village setting with shops, pubs and restaurants nearby.

Lingmoor View

This cosy cottage offers a blend of character and modern comfort set within scenic countryside, surrounded by hills and stunning walks from the doorstep, ideal for families and nature enthusiasts.

3 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.

The Old Court House (Millom)

The Old Court House is a homely accommodation converted from an old police station and magistrates' court, located near the beach and the Lake District National Park, set in a coastal small town with nearby nature and outdoor activities.

Borranside

A cosy detached bungalow located at the northern tip of Lake Windermere offering private gardens with scenic views of nearby mountains and easy access to the lake shores, situated close to Ambleside village amenities.

3 miles from Shap Abbey

Shap Abbey is the ruins of a former Premonstratensian monastery in Cumbria, featuring a large tower and visible building outlines. Visitors can explore the historic outdoor site with free public access.

2 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.

Yewfield Apartments - Rowan

This ground-floor studio apartment features an open plan layout with a super kingsize bed and connects to a charming decking area, situated within a rural estate on Hawkshead Hill offering scenic countryside views and easy access to Lake District attractions.

2 miles from 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.

Holgates - The Knott

This cosy three-bedroom holiday cottage in Silverdale offers a welcoming atmosphere with spacious living areas and a private enclosed garden, suitable for families and couples, set in a peaceful rural location near natural attractions.

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'.

Bowness Apartments - Bowness Apartment 2

This stylish ground floor apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere offers a contemporary open plan living space with a kingsize bedroom and shower room, located within walking distance to local amenities including shops, restaurants, bars, and the Art-Deco Royalty Cinema.

Brockholes Farm - Riverbank Cottage

Riverbank Cottage at Brockholes Farm is a detached two-bedroom ground-floor holiday home with open-plan living and a conservatory, located on the banks of the River Lune near stunning fells and surrounded by three national parks, offering access to nature and scenic countryside walks.

Near Borrowdale

Borrowdale is a scenic valley in the English Lake District National Park, known for its picturesque river, surrounding fells, and historic graphite mining. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural landscape and explore several villages within the valley.

Salter Fell

A three-bedroom cottage located near the Ingleton Waterfall Walk and the Three Peaks, set in the Yorkshire Dales on 6 acres of private land with characterful stone and beam features, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with outdoor patio space and private parking.

High Haume Camping Pods - Hardknot

Hardknot is a countryside pod accommodation for up to four guests located on a working farm near Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria, offering peaceful rural and estuary views with an open-plan living space on the ground floor and a shared garden with firepit.

Located in Sedbergh

Sedbergh is a picturesque market town in Cumbria known for its historic centre, book town status, outdoor walking appeal, and cultural heritage including religious sites and a castle.

Edith Rose

This 3-bedroom mobile home is situated on the coastal Ocean Edge Holiday Park in Heysham, offering a stylish open-plan layout, a spacious terrace, and proximity to scenic coastal views with amenities on site including a shared sauna, indoor heated swimming pool, and restaurant.

Woodside Cottage

This holiday cottage is set in the South Lakes Peninsula and offers a peaceful countryside setting with close access to popular local attractions and outdoor activities. It has a homely and family-friendly atmosphere with 3 bedrooms over multiple floors and a courtyard outdoor space.

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.

Near 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 Piel Castle

Piel Castle is a Grade I listed 14th-century concentric-style castle ruin located on Piel Island off the coast of Cumbria. Visitors can explore the ruined keep, inner and outer baileys, and enjoy views over the local harbour. The site is managed by English Heritage and threatened by ongoing coastal erosion.

The Abbey Coach House - The Farriers

A peaceful and cosy ground-floor retreat within the grounds of The Abbey Coach House offering self-contained accommodation near Windermere and Bowness, set in landscaped grounds with garden and patio space.

Printers Cottage

Printers Cottage is a cosy end terrace stone-built cottage located midway between Ambleside village centre and Lake Windermere, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with open plan living space and a garden patio.

Church House

A charming period cottage built in 1706 with character features such as thick walls, exposed beams, and slate floors, set in a peaceful rural area suitable for families and groups, with shared gardens and a games room.

Ghyllside 3

Ghyllside is a spacious family home in a quiet and secluded cul-de-sac above the lower entrance to the Stockghyll Park and Falls, offering a peaceful countryside setting ideal for larger groups and walkers.

3 miles from 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.

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.

Nelson's Cottage

Nelson's Cottage is a character cottage located in the centre of Burton in Lonsdale, known as "the last village in Yorkshire." It offers a cosy and welcoming atmosphere with three bedrooms and a communal enclosed courtyard featuring garden furniture and a BBQ.

Penny Black Cottage

Penny Black Cottage is a cosy single-bedroom cottage in the village of Thornton in Lonsdale, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with woodland, riverside, and hill walks from the door. It features a living room with a woodburner, an equipped kitchen, a king-size bedroom, and a bathroom with a shower over the bath.

Oaklea Cottage

Oaklea Cottage is a comfortable and bright cottage located within walking distance of Windermere and Bowness, serving as a base for exploring the South Lakes area with three bedrooms and an open plan living and dining area.