Activities at Allan Bank and Grasmere

Woodland at Allan Bank in Grasmere
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Walking

Autumn Highlights at Allan Bank

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

A warm fire, a cup of tea and a picture window from which to admire the changing colours of autumn. We have all that and more.

Dog at Allan Bank in Grasmere
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Dog walking

Dogs at Allan Bank

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

We know that there is no better companion for a walk than your dog and the Lake District is the perfect place to explore, on four legs or two. Well-behaved dogs are more than welcome at Allan Bank, inside or out, even muddy ones.

The view of Grasmere lake from Allan Bank
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Walking

Explore Grasmere

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

Explore quaint village Grasmere and its beautiful surroundings. Take a look at our tips to get the best views and picnic spots.

Runners taking part in the Grasmere Gallop
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Running

Grasmere Gallop Trail Run 2017

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

Run for the reds - you would be nuts not to! Take part in this year’s Grasmere Gallop on Saturday 3 June and help us in our mission to save Grasmere’s native red squirrels.

A man walking in the Lake District while his dog enjoys a swim
Walking Trail

Alcock Tarn walk

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

This walk takes you to a lovely little lake, which is a great place for some lunch and a paddle.

  • Moderate
  • 2 hours
  • 3.7 miles (5.95km)
Penny wood on the shore or Grasmere lake
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Walking

Great walks in Grasmere

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

From relaxing lake-shore strolls to fell-top expeditions, when it comes to walking we're spoiled for choice here in Grasmere. Here are a few of our favourite walks to get you started.

The view at Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria
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Running

Run at Grasmere, Cumbria

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Cumbria

Whether it's the flat lakeshore or the rugged hills, there are plenty of places to run in Grasmere, whatever your experience.