Top Things to do in Lake District
Top Hotels in Lake District
- 1. Ravenstone Manor Hotel
- 2. Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant (Adult Only)
- 3. Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection
- 4. The Keswick Country House Hotel
- 5. The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
- 6. Ravenstone Manor Hotel
- 7. Riverside Hotel
- 8. Damson Dene Hotel
- 9. The Wordsworth Hotel
- 10. Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, BW Premier Collection
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Lake District, England
Cumbria's valleys and fells (as the low mountains are known) are home to idyllic villages, high moorlands and picturesque lakes. Literary buffs will enjoy Wordsworth's Dove Cottage (go in March to see daffodils), and if you've got kids in tow, visit The World of Beatrix Potter. Or just enjoy a leisurely drive through beautiful scenery.
Restaurants in Lake District
1. Lake District National Park Guided Walks
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5.0 based on 298 reviews
The Lake District National Park is a national treasure and World Heritage Site. It boasts England's largest lake, Windermere, and its highest peak, Scafell Pike. One of the best ways to discover this unique living, cultural landscape, is by going on a Lake District National Park guided walk. Join one of our local experts to summit world famous fell tops, exploring ancient caves, paddle in the sea, stare up at wild waterfalls, explore historical houses, gazing across vast valleys and of course look across the beautiful lakes that give this special place it's name. All of our guided walks are led by passionate, local volunteers who love nothing more than to share their love of the Lake District with you. And all the money from our walks goes back to looking after the National Park for generations to come.
2. Stott Park Bobbin Mill
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5.0 based on 384 reviews
Reviewed By markaF791UT
An outstandingly well preserved mill where wooden bobbins were made for the UK weaving industry of the 19th and 20th centuries. Almost exactly as it was left when the mill closed, a guide takes you on a tour of the mill and demonstrates how bobbins were made in the millions. The tour includes working lathes and the truly spectacular original working steam engine that powered the mill. There is also a little shop where you can buy genuine antique bobbins.
3. Ambleside Climbing Wall
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5.0 based on 230 reviews
Indoor climbing venue suitable for all ages in the heart of The Lake District! Offering Taster sessions, Private Lessons, Children's Clubs and Climbing for Experienced climbers and beginners alike. We are open throughout the week, see opening times, session details and info on outdoor climbing at "www.amblesideadventure.co.uk". Our parent company Adventure Peaks also offers a wide range of outdoor activities; from local treks to climbing some of the World's largest mountains. Get in touch for more information!
Reviewed By samlQ50OP
Me and my family were on a trip to the Lake District and staying in Ambleside, which is a very nice town overall, and most of the time was climbing mountains and such like. However, on our last day, it was raining hard, but we still wanted to do something and this climbing wall had caught our eye. Located above a climbing shop at the bottom of the hill our house was on, it was situated perfectly for a quick rainy walk to the place and the same back. When we got there, my dad, my two sisters and I (my mum stayed at home) were met by our very entertaining and enthusiastic climbing instructor, George. And by George, he was amazing, a perfect balance of help and playful support. After finding the correct size of climbing shoe, which could be rented out at a very reasonable price considering the amount they helped once on the wall, we were immediately taken into the bouldering room, and taught the basics of climbing walls and then took part in challenges. The best thing was, it didn’t matter how good you were as there were challenges that suited everyone. Then we were taken into the impressive climbing wall room, and those walls were high! After a quick briefing of the harnesses and pulley system we were ready to go. There was an easier wall and a harder wall. Me and my dad started on the harder wall (as we were similar weights) and I was climbing while he was belaying (controlling my rope and keeping me from dying). I reached the top first try, but don’t let that fall you, I’ve climbed before and it wasn’t easy by any means! After coming down, George then challenges me to do the wall only using green handholds, and that time the wall beat the man. I just couldn’t do it. But it was very fun to try. Then we all rotated and my dad was climbing while I belayed him. He didn’t do as well as me as he is scared of heights. But when we switched to the easier wall, after some supportive words before he started and some while he was on the wall, meant he did manage to reach the top! He was VERY happy when he came down. As I had done well on the hard wall, George just set me hard challenges on the easier wall and I enjoyed myself immensely just trying to figure out how to beat them. Once the climbing shoes were off and bid fair well to George, we went and had a quick bite in the cafe above the wall, which had a viewing window which allowed an easy view of the wall and those on it, and some parents were sitting up there watching kids of their own doing it, and I found it fun to marvel at those who looked like professionals, jumping up and down the wall with ease. Afterwards, when we got back to the house I collapsed on a chair with aching arms and legs, but very proud of what I’d done. All in all, an excellent experience every wall I attempted, and am looking forward to doing it again next year (hopefully).
4. Keswick Brewing Company
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5.0 based on 221 reviews
Keswick Brewing Company is a craft brewery within two minutes walk of Keswick town centre. Visit our Fox Tap bar, Beer Shop & enjoy a Tour of the brewery. Brewery Socials on last weekend of month. Brewery Tours - Enjoy the brewery tour which includes sampling a selection of our beers. Discover how beer is made, how we use sheeps wool to brew great beers and what makes our beers green! Brewery Tours Tuesday - Saturday at 11.30am & 1.30pm. Tours can be booked on-line or by phone. Pre-booking recommended. The Fox Tap - Enjoy a beer where it is brewed in our new Fox Tap bar. Open Tuesday - Saturday 12 - 5pm (for extended hours see our website) Beer Shop - with cask beer to take away, bottled & canned beers, merchandise, local gins, cider & gifts. Open Monday - Saturday 10.30 - 5pm. There is no charge for entry to our beer shop or bar. Brewery Socials - Brewery fresh beers, new releases & great street food. Last weekend of month On-line Shop - with free Brewery collection available.
Reviewed By tonyhS3959WL - Salisbury, United Kingdom
My wife (Judy) and I have just enjoyed a fantastic tour of the Keswick Brewery and tasting. Our host, Nigel, was quite superb. So enthusiastic and informative and so welcoming. An excellent visit and the samples of the ales were delicious. Can’t recommend this tour more. Only regret is that the beer is only sold in Cumbria but understandable. Can’t wait to return and sample some more and see the new Fox Tap bar open. Thanks Nigel and good luck from Tony and Judy Hodge of Salisbury.
5. Wordsworth Grasmere
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4.5 based on 893 reviews
In 1799, while on a walking tour of the Lake District, William Wordsworth saw Dove Cottage in Grasmere and decided to make it his home. He had known the valley as a boy, describing it as ‘paradise’. Within a few weeks, Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy had moved in and were busily furnishing the home and planning a garden. It was whilst living here that Wordsworth produced most of his best-loved poems, and Dorothy wrote her fascinating Grasmere journal. A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and high thinking’. The sights, sounds and smells bring to life the bustling family home the Wordsworths would have known over 200 years ago. In this humble Lake District cottage, you can feel how a unique combination of people and place came together and changed poetry forever. You will need to book your ticket before you visit. To book tickets for a timed entry slot to Dove Cottage and the Garden-Orchard please visit our website.
Reviewed By HowesMel
Wordsworth Cafe at Dove Cottage, Grasmere was an absolute delight. With a friendly greeting and scrumptious, freshly prepared food and great coffee it’s well worth a visit. The scones are dreamy!
6. Theatre by the Lake
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4.5 based on 1,371 reviews
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in Britain can match. Each year it stages up to nine of its own productions of classic, modern and new plays on its two stages and has won multi-starred reviews from national critics. It also hosts festivals of literature, jazz, film and mountains. There are lifts to all levels and wheelchair users can get to all front-of-house and backstage areas. Both auditoria have enhanced-hearing and induction loop systems.
Reviewed By JohnNorth5 - Darlington, United Kingdom
Great venue, great production, great price and to top it off really good, well priced ice cream for the interval. An outstanding night - will definitely return.
7. Honister Slate Mine
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4.5 based on 1,435 reviews
Honister Slate Mine is a unique award winning experience, England's last remaining working slate mine and England's very first Via Ferrata!! All weather adventures available & activities to suit all ages. Pre-booking is essential!
8. Windermere Jetty, Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
Stories of boats and steam Museum reopening 28 May Café open daily 10am-5pm Heritage boat trips Part of Lakeland Arts
Reviewed By 963avh - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Our second visit. Really interesting exhibits and stunning building in a stunning setting. Excellent cafe with amazing views. Easily catered for my Gluten Free diet. Money off voucher to visit Blackwell with receipt.
9. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
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4.5 based on 2,726 reviews
*Please check the website for Winter opening hours* An enchanting visitor attraction in the English Lake District where Beatrix Potter’s magical stories are brought to life in 3D. Learn about the famous Miss Potter, meet Peter Rabbit and step into Mr McGregor’s kitchen garden. Enjoy delicious treats in the Tea Room and browse the world-famous souvenir gift shop.
Reviewed By iansabrinaroberts - Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, United Kingdom
What a lovely quaint museum dedicated to the stories of childhood memories Interactive section was very appealing to both old and young
10. Beatrix Potter Gallery
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4.5 based on 651 reviews
This quirky building in the heart of Hawkshead displays original watercolours and work by Beatrix Potter, from the National Trust collection. It's the only place you can step inside the famous tales and get up-close to the original illustrations.
Reviewed By dunnka - Birmingham, United Kingdom
What a fantastic little place this is, many interesting g things to see and read, a lovely in sight to the life to the brilliantly talented Beatrix Potter, Staff are extremely friendly and polite and very knowledgeable. Would def return and 100% recommended
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