Lakes Aquarium at Lakeside

Lakes Aquarium, Lakeside

The Lakes Aquarium is located in the village of Lakeside on the southern shore of Lake Windermere and is one of the docking points of Windermere Lakes Cruises, Steamers and the Lakeside & Haverthwaite steam Railway.

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Man admiring the view from Orrest Head

Orrest Head, Windermere

One of the best views in the Lake District for such a short walk.

It was the view from Orrest Head that 1st inspired the great guidebook author and illustrator Alfred Wainwright. On his 1st trip to the Lake Read more »

Rydal Mount House & Gardens

Rydal Mount House & Gardens

Rydal Mount, in the heart of the Lake District, lies between Ambleside and Grasmere and commands glorious views of Lake Windermere, Rydal Water and the surrounding fells.

This was Wordsworth’s best loved family home for the greater part of his … Read more »

View of Tarn Hows

Tarn Hows

Majestic views and peaceful walks in beautiful countryside

Stunning Tarn Hows offers an accessible circular (1¾ miles) walk through beautiful countryside with majestic mountain views. A great place to walk and picnic where you’ll find rare breed Belted Galloway cattle … Read more »

Image of Bluebird K7

The Ruskin Museum, Coniston

Set in the centre of Coniston Village, the Ruskin Museum tells the fascinating ‘Stories of Coniston’ and the local heroes that have lived and worked in the village.

The current main attraction is the phenomenally famous Bluebird K7.

In March … Read more »

The World of Beatrix Potter attraction

The World of Beatrix Potter

A magical experience for the whole family, this award-winning attraction brings Beatrix Potter’s classic tales vividly to life.

Take a walk through an indoor recreation of the Lakeland countryside, visiting Peter Rabbit and all his friends on the way.

Europe’s … Read more »

Virgin Balloon flying over Lake Windermere

Virgin Balloon Flight over the Lake District

With several launch sites dotted around the Lake District you’ll experience a truly amazing trip and see some incredible sight.

Whilst aboard your hot air balloon, you’ll be mesmerised by stunning landscape, mountains, rivers, lots of lakes, castles, churches, and … Read more »

Wast Water

Wast Water

Wastwater is England’s deepest lake and lies in the west of the Lake District National Park.

The view from the south-western end of the lake near the youth hostel was voted Britain’s Favourite View in 2007 by television viewers. The … Read more »

Cruising steamer on Lake Windermere

Windermere Lake Cruises

Windermere Lake Cruises is the most popular attraction in Cumbria.

Windermere is England’s largest lake in the heart of the Lake District. Cruises are available from 45 minutes to 3 hours – or you can even spend all day on … Read more »