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A wide variety of half or full-day guided tours
Explore the Lake District by bicycle with . Quality cycle hire, spares and repairs, day trips, short
breaks and longer tours. To make a reservation please telephone
015394 44544 or visit their cycle centre at Windermere railway station.
also hires bikes for their forestry trails.
Take to the Hills - get straight behind the wheel of a specially
prepared 4x4 vehicle for your own personal off-road driving experience
in the Lake District. Drive rough and rocky off-road trails in breathtaking
mountain surroundings with Kankku.
Based in Go-Ape is a network of rope bridges, trapezes and death
slides that stretches for roughly a mile through the tree canopy...this
impressively extensive cat's cradle of ropes, netting and platforms,
set high in the trees is an aerial assault course!
With a balloon flight over this spectacular scenery you can
absorb an unforgettable view of Lakeland and perhaps a little of
the cultural inspiration of Britain's heritage.
The Lake District is renowned for its fells, and there is an
abundance of opportunity to explore. Routes abound.
Enjoy rock climbing, mountain walking and navigation, scrambling,
winter skills and ice climbing under the instruction and private
guiding of Ascent Training. Private guiding is 1:1 or 1:2 from one
day. Courses are between 2 days and a week long.
The Lake District has no shortage of water for a variety of
fishing.
Explore the countryside on horseback.
Ulverston Golf Club - Tel: 01229 582824
Approximately 30 minutes car drive from Low Fell
Grange
Golf Club - Tel: 015395 33180
Approximately 25 minutes car drive from Low Fell
Grange
Fell Golf Club - Tel: 015395 32536
Approximately 25 minutes car drive from Low Fell
- Tel: 015394 43123
Approximately 10 minutes car drive from Low Fell
Whether you’re a complete novice, experienced sailor or you’re
looking for a great Day Out of the Office, Outrun Sailing on Lake
Windermere can take you there.
Enjoy the beauty and serenity of Lake Windermere in ultimate style,
aboard your own personal motor yacht, with private crew. Cruise
the Lake and take in the breathtaking scenery, anchor in a quiet
bay where you can relax, sunbathe on the upper deck....the choice
is yours...with a glass of champagne as you cast off, of course!
Award-winning, all-weather attraction
Boats cruises between Bowness, Brockhole and Waterhead, near Ambleside
Catch a steam train
Woodland cared for by the Woodland Trust, whose ongoing project
of restoration will ensure that this one of Cumbria's ancient woods
is saved for posterity.
A Victorian Park, owned by the National Trust, directly across the
lake by short ferry ride. Fine picnic areas, children's playground,
tea room and boat hire. A regular ferry service from Lakeside connects
with the lake steamers.
A 19th century working museum
Gummers
How
Just over 1,000ft in height, it commands marvellous views in every
direction. The view north takes in the full length of Windermere,
whilst if you look south you can follow the River Leven to the sea
and Morecambe Bay. Look west to Black Combe, Coniston, Wetherlam,
the Langdales, Helvellyn and Fairfield at the lake head, then the
Kirkstone Gap, Kentmere and east to Ingleborough and the Pennines,
with the Kent Estuary and the far side of Morecambe Bay. Look down
to the steamers at Lakeside and the steam trains from Haverthwaite.
Immerse yourself in wild animals at one of Europe's top conservation
parks. See breeding group of rhinos mixing with a herd of giraffes
and a troupe of baboons: wander free amongst lemurs and kangaroos:
see spectacled bears, cheetahs, lions & monkeys at the world's top
Sumatran tiger conservation centre. The majority of the property
is accessible to wheelchair users travelling with a helper.
A stunning museum built over an original Victorian dry dock.
Exhibits include spectacular ship models, computer interactives,
film show and "Shipbuilders to the World" exhibition. Landscaped
coastal site. Adventure playground. Free admission. Free car parking.
Visit Flookburgh for Cumbria's only miniature village, over
120 buildings made from local Coniston slate, hand made by Edward
Robinson. Houses, farms, barns and a slate bridge over 25 feet long
create the Lakeland landscape. New Japanese Teahouse currently under
construction.
Beatrix
Potter , Near Sawrey
Beatrix Potter wrote and illustrated many of her famous children’s
stories in this little 17th century farmhouse which she owned for
38 years, and it has been kept exactly as she left it, complete
with furniture, china and a traditional cottage garden. National
Trust Property
, Hawkshead
A display of original watercolours painted by Beatrix Potter for
her children’s stories. Exhibit changed annually. The 17th century
building was once the office of her husband William Heelis, a solicitor,
and is substantially unaltered since his day. Next door to the inspiration
for Tabitha Twitchet’s shop. National Trust Property
William
Wordsworth , Grasmere
Beautifully preserved Grasmere home of England’s finest poet William
Wordsworth. Award-winning attraction offers guided tours of his
inspirational cottage. The adjacent Wordsworth Museum displays priceless
national treasures. Onsite tearooms and book & gift shop. Reciprocal
discount ticket with Rydal Mount and Wordsworth House. The majority
of the property is accessible to wheelchair users travelling with
a helper.
, near Ambleside
Nestled in the picturesque village of Rydal, with its small church,
unique waterfalls and famous hills lies ‘The most beloved’ home
of Wordsworth, Rydal Mount. Wander through his historic home and
splendid gardens with the magnificent views of Lake Windermere and
Rydal Water. The majority of the property is accessible to wheelchair
users travelling with a helper
, Cockermouth
A fine Georgian town house, the birthplace and childhood home of
William Wordsworth
John
Ruskin , Coniston
The former home of John Ruskin, is the most beautifully situated
house in the Lake District. Explore Brantwood’s estate and gardens
or experience contemporary art in the Severn Studio. Brantwood’s
bookshop, the Jumping Jenny restaurant and Coach House Gallery combine
for a perfect day out! The majority of the property is accessible
to wheelchair users travelling with a helper
, Coniston
Be inspired by the life-changing political philosophy of John Ruskin,
breath-taking artist, critic, social reformer.
Historic
Houses and Gardens
The friendliest of stately homes, over 125 acres of glorious gardens
and grounds. Motoring memorabilia galore. Savour delights from the
Courtyard Café or purchase some from our newest addition ‘Food at
Holker Hall’, special events throughout the year. Dogs are allowed
in grounds only.
Graythwaite Hall Gardens deftly illustrate the genius of Thomas
Mawson. Open daily from 1st April - 30th August 10am - 6pm. Adults
£3 children under 14 free. Partially suitable for wheelchairs.
Lake District Visitor Centre Brockhole, Windermere
The Lake District National Park's visitor centre with gardens, lakeshore
access and adventure playground. Indoor exhibitions and full disabled
access.
Stagshaw Gardens, Stagshaw Lane, Ambleside Woodland garden.
Holehird
Gardens
Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria Tel: 015394 46008
, near Kendal
Elizabethan Mansion home of the Bagot family containing fine furniture
and superb panelling. The world famous Topiary Gardens were first
laid out in 1694. Home-made light lunches and teas. No admission
charge for Gift Shop, Tearoom and Plant Centre. Disabled access
available to garden only.
, near Kendal
A National Trust property set in wonderful grounds with walks around
the estate, this castle has been lived in by the Strickland family
for 700 years. Learn about the Elizabethan carvings and contents
of the castle, then explore the stunning limestone rock garden.
Amazing autumn colour. The majority of the property is accessible
to wheelchair users travelling with a helper.
, Ravenglass
Historic haunted Muncaster Castle, Himalayan Gardens, World Owl
Centre and MeadowVole Maze. Owl display daily 1430. Herons fed 1630.
March to November. See majestic owls, breathtaking views and explore
our Sino Himalayan Gardens. Shrink to 2.5" tall and follow Max round
his MeadowVole Maze. Dogs allowed in grounds only. Railway Station
1 mile. The majority of the property is accessible to wheelchair
users travelling with a helper.
, Ulverston
The priory is a superb example of an early Victorian gothic mansion.
It is now home to a major Buddhist centre and unique temple. We
offer a fascinating one hour guided house and temple tour. Woodland
walks, gift shop & café. Free admission
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens, Penrith Dalemain is a fine
mixture of medieval, Tudor and early Georgian architecture.
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