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
Things to do in Lake District, England: The Best Ancient Ruins
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. Nine Standards Rigg
2. Castlerigg Stone Circle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,624 reviews
Dating from about 3000 BC, this is one of the first stone circles built in Britain, which is perched atop a high moor with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
Reviewed By 90josephr - Cumbria, United Kingdom
Castlerigg Stone Circle on the outskirts of Keswick is a magical place. It is one of the oldest remaining stone circles in the British Isles, older than Stonehenge, and easily accessible either on foot, by bicycle or in a vehicle. The site is owned by the National Trust with free access to all. Standing in the middle of the Neolithic stone circle the stunning views of the surrounding fells (mountains) and valleys can seem subtly different as the clouds above pass overhead. When the cloud cover is above the fells the higher Lakeland peaks that can be seen from this dramatic amphitheatre include Helvellyn, Blencathra and Skiddaw. There are ample and free parking spaces on the adjacent road. Go through the kissing gates and there are recently restored information boards explaining the history and heritage of the stone circle. Follow in the footsteps of countless generations of scholars, writers, poets, artists and photographers and soak in the wonders of this enchanting location.
3. Hardknott Roman Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By 629DavidR629 - Newcastle, United Kingdom
It feels steeper to walk up Hardknott than it does when driving! There are a few trails that diverge from the road but it’s not as if it’s busy, and you can see cars coming from far away. One you reach Hardknott Fort (if you walked there; there does appear to be car parking) then you’ll be able to explore in peace and serenity. Plenty places to sit and have a well earned sandwich before trekking back down.
4. Furness Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 459 reviews
Reviewed By Dannys1407 - Crawley, United Kingdom
This was our second visit to the site, the member of staff was fantastic, was so enthusiastic and nothing was to much trouble, she was full of information and very passionate about the abbey, its history & surrounding area, this was worth our visit alone. It was very peaceful even with the restoration work that is taking place, we look forward to visiting again
5. Birkrigg Stone Circle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By G418WQkayw - Sedbergh, United Kingdom
A valuable natural space .... for walking, running, exercising the dog etc. Limestone pavement in parts.
6. Eskdale Prehistoric Trail
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