A family standing on the lakeshore at Aira Green in Ullswater — Views out over Ullswater are worth the walk at any time of year | © National Trust Images / Stewart Smith

Family-friendly places in the Lake District

Plan your next family day out in the Lake District. From natural outdoor play areas to indoor themed house trails, wildlife spotting to dressing up, there's something for all ages to enjoy.

Spend the Easter holidays with the National Trust here in the Lakes. It's a great opportunity to make the most of your membership, explore the new season and visit somewhere new.

Children looking out at the autumn view from Allan Bank in Grasmere

Easter holiday adventures

Soak up the sights and smells of spring and step out on an Easter trail at Wray, Allan Bank, Acorn Bank or Wordsworth House & Garden. Take part in some fun outdoor activities and complete the trail to collect your prize. Each trail is different so make sure to try out more than one over the holidays. If you're looking for more Lake District adventures this Easter, explore some easy outdoor walks with mountain views at Tarn Hows, Derwent Water and Fell Foot. Try your hand at arts and crafts at Allan Bank, step into the pages of one of Beatrix Potter's little white books at Hill Top or dress up in Georgian costume at William Wordsworth's childhood home. Stop off for a walk down to the watermill at Acorn Bank, cosy up with a film at Lanty Slee's in Langdale, or borrow a free pair of wellies and head up to see the waterfall at Aira Force. Find more inspiration below.

Find houses, gardens and natural play areas to explore with the whole family.

Activity

Allan Bank

Come and play at Allan Bank this spring. Whether you are following the woodland trail, looking for red squirrels or having an indoor picnic, we’ve got plenty of family activities to help you create great memories together come rain or shine.

Article

Sizergh

Whether you’re after a wild play area to let little legs run off some steam, a peaceful garden for a pram-friendly walk, or a children’s trail through a house filled with treasures, there’s something for all ages at Sizergh.

Article

Wray

Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Wray parkland and castle, from outdoor walks and lakeside views to a scenic boat cruise across Windermere * *seasonal.

Article

Fell Foot

From buggy-friendly lakeshore walks to Gothic boathouses to explore and England’s largest lake to splash in, there’s something for all ages at Fell Foot, Windermere.

Article

Acorn Bank

Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Acorn Bank in Cumbria, from geocaching around the parkland to newt spotting in the Sunken Garden. Try the new self-guided nature trail and use the rubbing plaques to discover the flora and fauna of Acorn Bank's walled garden and woodland.