Lake District Attractions
World of Beatrix Potter
Discover Peter Rabbit in Mr McGregor's
garden, meet Jemima Puddle-duck amongst the foxgloves and
call on Mrs. Tiggy-winkle in her kitchen. In an undercover
re-creation of the Lakeland landscape, the world famous
stories of Beatrix Potter come to life.
World of Beatrix Potter website
Windermere Lake Cruises
A fleet of Steamers and launches sail
daily throughout the year between Ambleside, Bowness and
Lakeside with main season connections for the Steam Railway,
Brockhole, Lakeside Aquarium and Fell Foot.
Windermere Lake Cruises website
Holker Hall and Gardens - Lakeland Motor Museum
Three superb attractions within one
glorious setting. A day at Holker combines a visit to the
magnificent Hall which displays grand architecture and furnishings
with a most relaxed lived-in feel; a walk of discovery and
inspiration in the spectacular national award winning gardens;
and the opportunity to visit the Lakeland Motor Museum.
Holker Hall website
Blackwell - The Arts and Crafts House
Blackwell was designed by Arts and
Crafts architect M H Baillie Scott as a holiday home for
Sir Edward Holt, a brewer from Manchester who was twice
Lord Mayor. Completed in 1900 this house is of international
importance, standing at the crossroads of Victorian design
and modern architecture of the 20th century.
Blackwell website
Dove Cottage
William Wordsworth's home from 1799-1808,
his great creative period. Guided tours round the beautifully-preserved
building bring this time of 'plain living and high thinking'
back to life.
Dove Cottage website
Levens Hall and Topiary Gardens
The Topiary Gardens at Levens are world-famous in their own right, and are a must for any visitor to the English Lake District .
Levens Hall website
Ullswater Steamers
A cruise on the lake is the best way
to enjoy the varied and spectacular scenery of the district.
In the summer season there are regular services daily between
Glenridding, Howtown and Pooley Bridge.
Ullswater Steamers website
Hill Top and Beatrix Potter Gallery
Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous
children’s stories in this little 17th-century house
and it has been kept exactly as she left it, complete with
her furniture and china. There is a traditional cottage
garden attached. A selection of her original illustrations
may be seen at the Beatrix Potter Gallery.
Hill Top website
Rydal Mount & Gardens
William Wordsworth's most beloved home
1813-1850. Furniture, portraits, personal possessions, first
editions. Garden landscaped by the poet containing terraces,
rare trees, shrubs, rock pools, lawns, 9th century mound,
recently discovered Dora's Terrace. Magnificent views. Book/gift
shop, coach park. A mile and a half from Ambleside. Reciprocal
discount with Dove Cottage and Wordsworth House.
Rydal Mount website
Aquarium of the Lakes
Discover the UK's largest collection
of freshwater fish, including the predatory pike. Over 30
fascinating displays feature the weird and wonderful aquatic
life of The Lake District. Marvel at the diving ducks.
Aquarium of the Lakes website
Armitt Museum
Explore the history of Ambleside in
this unique museum setting. Whilst enjoying our rich Lakeland
heritage ...Listen to controversial John Ruskin. Watch a
lantern slide show. Take an interactive 'birds-eye' view
of the Lakeland landscape through the magic of photographer
Herbert Bell. Learn about Oscar Gnospelius the early seaplane
pioneer. Admire the treasury of Beatrix Potter's original
natural history watercolours never before displayed or browse the signifcant collection of local artwork by the influential 20th century artist Kurt Schwitters.
Armitt Museum website
Attractions near to Lancaster House