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Aquarium of the Lakes
Lakeside,
Newby Bridge,
LA12 8AS
Tel: (015395) 30153
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Situated in Newby Bridge, Cumbria, the Aquarium of the Lakes is an award-winning freshwater aquarium, with over 30 wonderful displays featuring the country's largest collection of freshwater fish. There are also mischievous otters and diving ducks, while visitors can walk on a recreation of the lake bed of Windermere in the Lake District's only underwater tunnel.
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Cartmel Priory and Village
Cartmel,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QB
Tel: 015395 36874
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The magnificent priory church of St. Mary and St. Michael overlooks one the most enchanting of Lakeland villages, with its charming array of genuine old world buildings. The famous Cartmel racecourse is situated close to the centre of the village. The Priory is open every day except during services. Guided tours are available on Wednesdays in the Summer.
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Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum
Grasmere,
Cumbria,
LA22 9SH
Tel: 015394 35544
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Dove Cottage was the home of Romantic poet William Wordsworth between 1799 and 1808. The cottage has been beautifully preserved and visitors can explore the fascinating nooks and crannies with a guided tour. The award-winning Wordsworth Museum features a unique collection of manuscripts, books and paintings pertaining to Wordsworth’s life and works, and the enchanting garden is open when the weather permits. In addition, there are special exhibitions at the museum throughout the year as well as a programme of special events.
A fascinating shop sells books, gifts and local crafts, while The Dove Cottage Tea Room and Restaurant serves refreshments throughout the day.
Open:
Daily: 9.30am - 5.30pm
Closed 24th - 26th December
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The World of Beatrix Potter
The Old Laundry,
Bowness-on-Windermere,
Cumbria,
LA23 3BX
Tel: 015394 88444
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All 23 of Beatrix Potter’s enchanting tales are brought to life in this vivid, award-winning museum. Children and the young-at-heart, will love the chance to meet Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddleduck, Mrs. Tiggywinle and friends, as well as taking a virtual tour of the Lakeland settings that inspired Beatrix Potter’s timeless tales.
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The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway,
Ravenglass,
Cumbria,
CA18 1SW
Tel: 01229 717171
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Affectionately referred to as "La 'al Ratty", The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway opened in 1875 to carry iron ore to the Furness Railway. It started carrying passengers in 1876, and today still performs this role, a fleet of beautiful steam locomotives pulling open carriages through the most dramatic Lakeland scenery. Frequent special events throughout the year make this a superb family day out.Open: Throughout the year.
Please see website for full details and timetables.
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Fell Foot Park
Newby Bridge,
Cumbria
LA12 8NN
Tel: (015395) 31273
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Whatever the time of year, whether you want to take in the magnificent Lakeland scenery and colours, or join in the many activities to suit young and old, Fell Foot Park on the shores of Lake Windermere offers an enjoyable day out for all the family.
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Eskdale Mill
Boot,
Holmbrook,
Cumbria,
CA19 1TG
Tel: 016977 23335
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Milling in Eskdale has been a feature of this picturesque region since the 12 th Century. Eskdale Mill dates from 1578, and is one of only a very few remaining two wheel water corn mills in existence. Visitors can learn about life in Cumbria, its industry and its people, through fascinating exhibitions, including a description of the milling process and how the wooden machinery’s unique workings operate.
Open:
April - September (Closed Mondays)
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Football Photography & The World
100 Lake Road,
Ambleside,
Cumbria,
LA22 0DB
Tel: 015394 34440
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Stuart Clarke, the Football Trust photographer, has his superb work showcased at Football Photography & The World in Ambleside. This year the gallery will stage 30 one monthly exhibitions on a variety of themes, not just football, showcasing Stuart Clarke's photographic works, many of which have become famous.
Open All year 10-5 Wednesday to Sunday . Groups/Parties Welcome. Admission Price Free, by donation.
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Holker Hall & Gardens
Cark-in-Cartmel,
Grange-over-Sands
LA11 7PL
Tel: (015395) 58328
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Holker Hall is one of Cumbria's most impressive stately homes. It is owned by Lord & Lady Cavendish and their family, and has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The 25 acres of award-winning gardens are considered amongst the best in the world.
Open: April – October, every day except Saturdays.
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Lakeland Miniature Village
Flookburgh,
Grange-over-Sands,
Cumbria
LA11 7LE
Tel: (015395) 58500
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Cumbria's only miniature model village can be found just to the south of the Lake District. See the Lakes in miniature in over 140 buildings, faithfully hand crafted using local Coniston slate, including instantly recognisable Lakeland classics like Beatrix Potter's Hill Top.
Open: All year - 10am until dusk
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Lakeland Motor Museum
Holker Hall,
Cark-in-Cartmel,
Grange-over-Sands
LA11 7PL
Tel: (015395) 58509
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At Holker Hall in Cumbria can be found the Lakeland Motor Museum, a delightfully nostalgic collection of Motoring Memories, with superb vintage vehicles, classic and curious cars, scooters and motorcycles, as well as the Campbell Legend Bluebird exhibition.
Open: April – October, every day except Saturdays
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Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Haverthwaite Station,
Nr. Ulverston
LA12 8AL
Tel: (015395) 31594
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The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway features beautifully restored steam locomotives hauling coaches from the attractive Victorian station at Haverthwaite through the breathtaking scenery of the Leven Valley to Lakeside, where connections are available with Windermere Lake Cruises.
Open: April - November
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Laurel & Hardy Museum
4C Upper Brook Street,
Ulverston
LA12 7BH
Tel: (01229) 582292
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This world famous museum can be found in Ulverston, the Cumbrian town in which Stan Laurel was born in 1890. The museum is devoted to Laurel and Hardy, and is home to an incredible array of memorabilia, including letters, photographs, personal items and furniture.
Open: All year except January
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South Lakes Wild Animal Park
Crossgates,
Dalton-in-Furness,
LA15 8JR
Tel: (01229) 466086
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The South Lakes Wild Animal Park in South West Cumbria is Europe's number one tiger conservation centre and was The Lake District’s Top Visitor Attraction 2005. Visitors can take a unique walking safari, enjoying the wonderful sight of animals roaming free in natural surroundings, walk with kangaroos and emu in the bush or watch colourful parrots fly free amongst the trees.
Open: All Year
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Stott Park Bobbin Mill
Newby Bridge,
Cumbria
Tel: (015395) 31087
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Stott Park Bobbin Mill in Newby Bridge allows visitors to experience one of the most well-preserved early 19th Century working mills in existence. Take the inclusive 45-minute guided tour of the mill and discover the fascinating history of the cotton industry, wooden bobbin manufacturing and the people who worked there.
Open: April - October
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Windermere Lake Cruises Ltd
Winander House
Glebe Road
Bowness on Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3HE
Tel: 015394 43360
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Windermere Lake Cruises take visitors on an unforgettable journey, cruising the length of England's longest lake and experiencing the constantly changing panorama of Lake Windermere. The beautiful steamers and launches sail daily, taking visitors between Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere and Lakeside, where connections for Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam railway can be found.
Open: All Year
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