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Lake District
Home of Beatrix Potter, fascinating history, dramatic landscapes and – of course – plenty of lakes. Cycle, walk or sail through the unforgettable Lake District and discover its many delights.
Places to visit
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Top places to visit in the Lake District
Hill Top
Beatrix Potter's farmhouse retreat: the inspiration for her little books.
Wray
Parkland and castle on the west shore of Windermere.
Sizergh
Beautiful medieval house with rich gardens and estate
Allan Bank
The loveliest spot that man hath ever found
Aira Force
Aira Force is a showcase for the power and beauty of nature; it’s a place to escape the ordinary.
Tarn Hows
Majestic views and peaceful walks in beautiful countryside
Fell Foot
Lakeshore park with stunning mountain views, Boathouse cafe, watersports hire and play area
Acorn Bank
Delightful garden renowned for its herbs and fruit orchards
Townend
Atmospheric farmhouse full of quirky objects and fascinating stories
Steam Yacht Gondola
The unrivalled sailing experience in the Lake District
Wordsworth House & Garden
William Wordsworth’s childhood home
Stagshaw Garden
Family fun and adventure in the heart of the English Lake District
Top things to do in the Lake District
Planning your visit to the Lake District
Places you can visit in the Lake District without a car
Whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot, there are many places in the Lake District that you can visit without a car - here's the info to help you plan a car-free day out.
Countryside car parks in the Lake District
Discover the National Trust's countryside car parks in the Lake District.
Our work in the Lake District
Alongside our tenant farmers, the National Trust looks after 20% of the Lake District National Park, including England's deepest lake and highest mountain. We work to restore habitats for nature and to conserve the cultural heritage within a dozen historic buildings. Find out more about what the teams have been up to here.
Help us to protect and restore the Lake District
Every year, the National Trust spends £10 million on projects, maintenance and staffing to support farming, wildlife, and tourism across the Lake District National Park. As the effects of climate change bring with it more storms and extreme weather patterns, threatening wildlife and this iconic landscape, we need your help more than ever to continue this vital conservation work.
Farming in the Lake District
Learn about the traditional farming practices in the Lake District and how the National Trust works with farm tenants to restore vital habitats, protect wildlife and support quality local produce.
Riverlands projects
Rivers are life forces. They’ve helped sustain ecosystems, cultures and communities for millennia, their quiet power steadily shaping everything from landscapes to place names. Find out more about the work the National Trust is doing with local partners, tenant farmers and other landowners in the area to help restore the Lake District's rivers and improve the water quality in lakes and tarns.
Windermere Gateway
The Windermere Gateway programme is a unique opportunity for the National Trust to make a difference in Windermere and support the Lake District National Park Local Plan ambitions.
Get involved
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in our work across the Lakes
Volunteering in the Lake District
Find out more about volunteering for the National Trust in the Lake District. You could work indoors or outside, welcoming and guiding visitors, growing crops or managing woodland or building paths.
Places to stay in the Lake District
Wasdale Campsite
A mile from Wastwater, close to challenging bike trails and Scafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain.
Eskdale Campsite
Low in the valley, with trails by the river and up through the fells to small mountain lakes. Village pubs are a short stroll away.
Low Wray Campsite
By Windermere, England’s largest lake, surrounded by things to do and places to visit.
Upcoming events
Earth Day Outdoor Photography Exhibition
Wray, Ambleside, CumbriaEarth Photo is a world leading international programme telling compelling stories about our planet, its inhabitants, its beauty, fragility, and resilience.
Notes on Rest
Allan Bank and Grasmere, Ambleside, CumbriaThis exhibition in a room once occupied by Romantic writer Samuel Taylor Coleridge, explores the parallels between the rhythms of plant life and the ongoing health issues of artist Karen Davies.
The Caravan Press
Allan Bank and Grasmere, Ambleside, CumbriaUncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business from a caravan in Langdale in the late 1940s.
Women in Print
Allan Bank and Grasmere, Ambleside, CumbriaExploring the power and possibility of contemporary printmaking. See original print collections.
Wordsworth the Influencer
Allan Bank and Grasmere, Ambleside, CumbriaExplore the landscapes that inspired Wordsworth through large scale photography.
Daughters of the Soil
Sizergh, near Kendal, CumbriaDiscover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in Holeslack barn.
Pets to Page: The Tale of Two Bad Mice
Hill Top, CumbriaExplore how Beatrix drew inspiration for her tales from the pets and people in her life.
Mischief in Miniature
Hill Top, CumbriaDiscover mischievous needle-felted mice hiding throughout Hill Top as The Tale of Two Bad Mice springs to life. Explore each room and spot playful scenes inspired by Beatrix Potter stories.
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