Top Things to do in Cumbria
Top Hotels in Cumbria
- 1. Riverside Hotel
- 2. Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant (Adult Only)
- 3. Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection
- 4. The Keswick Country House Hotel
- 5. Ravenstone Manor Hotel
- 6. The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
- 7. Ravenstone Manor Hotel
- 8. Damson Dene Hotel
- 9. The Wordsworth Hotel
- 10. Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, BW Premier Collection
What to do and see in Cumbria, England: The Best Mountains
Discover the best top things to do in Cumbria, United Kingdom including Eagle Crag, Mellbreak, Loughrigg Fell, Helvellyn, Old Man of Coniston, Sheffield Pike, Bowfell Mountain, Gownbarrow Fell, Skiddaw, Great Rigg.
Restaurants in Cumbria
1. Eagle Crag
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This steep, challenging cliff of rock is a mountaineers dream.
2. Mellbreak
3. Loughrigg Fell
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 597 reviews
Reviewed By mgsnorwich - Norwich, United Kingdom
From Skelwith Bridge follow the footpath round Loughrigg Tarn to the Grasmere road and then take the footpath on the right to Loughrigg Terrace where you are rewarded with a panoramic view over Grasmere. There is a path down to the waterside but continue on the terrace down to the waterside path round Rydal Water. When you come to the road turn right and follow the road by the river until it turns sharply left at which point leave the road and climb up a steep path to the shoulder of Loughrigg whence the path goes all the way back down to Skelwith. The”Loughrigg Round” is an excellent half day’s walk.
4. Helvellyn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 280 reviews
This is England's 3rd highest mountain at 3,118 feet.
Reviewed By sjh1404 - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
This was our first attempt at climbing this awe inspiring peak. We took the route from Glenridding with a planned figure of eight taking in Striding Edge, the Summit, Swirrals Edge and then skirting Red Tarn to return close to Patterdale and Lanty’s Tarn back to Glenridding. The weather was beautiful and the scenery unsurpassed. I must stress that Striding Edge is a challenge and should not be undertaken lightly. It is a climb where you will be looking for foot and handholds but so worth it. I am not a super fit experienced hiker so if I can manage it then most people can and the sense of achievement is a great incentive to keep going. There are plenty of other routes to the summit of this, the third highest peak in England, so it caters for all abilities. One hiker we met on the descent had undergone a double knee replacement and was putting us all to shame. Give this a go. Check the weather. Take plenty of water and wear the right footwear. I am sure you won’t be disappointed.
5. Old Man of Coniston
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 637 reviews
Reviewed By russellnicholson997 - Northolt, United Kingdom
This Famous Lake District Mountain, has a Unique place in the Hearts of Many Walkers and is in Wainwrights Favourite Lakeland Mountains,for Good reason....it Towers over the Tiny Lakeland village of Coniston... it's rich Mining industry is another Very Good reason to Walk this particular Peak....There are a Number of Routes up, through the Copper Mines Valley, which takes you through the Workings of the Copper Mines, and another Very Good route is Via The Walna Scar Road....it's possible to Walk right from the Village, although this route we Did ( is Very Steep) initially...The Track is well marked and Gently Zig Sags,as it Winds it's way up the Side of the Old Man......passing through the Truly Stunning Scene of the Slate/Mining Workings from Centuries ago ( PLEASE RESPECT THE FACT, THIS IS A HERITAGE SITE AND MANY ARTEFACTS FROM THAT PERIOD OF TIME ARE THERE TO BE SEEN) PLEASE RESPECT THIS AND DO NOT REMOVE ANYTHING....Thank you.... as the Path Climbs ,you will pass Many old Shaft Entrances, they are Fascinating to Observe/Photograph, but PLEASE DON'T ENTER, most of the Major Entrances are Sealed off.... They are Extremely Dangerous..... and are not to be Entered.... as you Climb the Track,you will pass very Close to Low Water,one of the Tarns,which Supplied Water to give power to the Crushers,to enable Ore Extraction....The Scene is Breathtaking, as the Clods gently Lapping the Mountain sides, the sun's peeps through the clouds,lighting up the Azzure Blue sky.... the Summit is not far away now,where you will be Greeted by an Amazing Cairngorms,and the Trig point, lays just a few paces behind the main Cairn.... On Clear Days ( Sadly WE DIDN'T GET TO SEE THE VIEWS) on this Occasion, but Superb vistas ,far and Wide, to Grange over Sands ,Towards the Scafells, the Iconic peaks ( Highest in England) there are Exceptional Views of these Mountains from the Old Man.... PLEASE REMEMBER TO ENSURE THAT PROPER FOOTWEAR( WALKING BOOTS) Waterproofs,High Energy Snacks and Drinks....are Essential....And ALWAYS Check the Weather Forecast for the Mountain, the Night before ....Mountain Weather changes ,VERY Quickly......
6. Sheffield Pike
7. Bowfell Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By robertmU5328DU - Carlisle, United Kingdom
Picked one of the few sunny days to climb Bowfell with my son and dog . Set off late because had work in the morning, but determined to carry on because the window of sunny weather was small . Parked at National trust car park by dungeon gyll hotel . Then long walk to stool end farm path , then another long walk to the farm itself . Eventually by 3pm we started the ascent all the way up the Band , which is relentless but very clear marked stone stepped path. Towards the top , path turns left then right for the final ascent. The 3 tarns or should I say puddles appear, then just a straight forward steep climb up stones to the top of the great Slab . We took the tourist route because this was where we saw everyone else descending , but apparently Wainwright’s preferred route goes right at the 3 tarns and comes out at the base of the great slab, which I think would be more spectacular so will try that route another day . Also there’s a spring which gushes out of the base of the slab and I would have liked to have tasted the water. After passing the slab the summit is a scrambling over giant rocks. There is no cairn because the rocks themselves become one . The landscape is lunar and humbling , beautiful and wild . The views over to Scafell Pike are awesome, you can even see the turret of Scafell Pikes cairn. I don’t think any other mountain would give you this view of the Scafells . Descent is a retracing of steps and we made it just before darkness fell . It’s a long slog and a monster of a mountain but worth it.
8. Gownbarrow Fell
9. Skiddaw
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
This massive mountain, whose summit rises more than 3,000 feet, stands tall in the north Lakes overlooking the town of Keswick and Derwent Water.
Reviewed By petersZ7145JY - Sunderland, United Kingdom
Tackled skiddaw via little man, the weather was dry, breezy and sunny, but on the peak the wind was horrific driving rain. Luckily the shelter was free and hunkered down for a bite to eat. The views are spectacular from the trig point well worth the effort. The walk down is just as good. A really great hike
10. Great Rigg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
