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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

A lone sheep on the fellside of Gowbarrow fell overlooking Ullswater
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Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park 

Aira Force is a showcase for the power and beauty of nature; it’s a place to escape the ordinary.

Penrith, Cumbria

Fully open today
Allan Bank house cloaked in snow in Grasmere
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Allan Bank and Grasmere 

The loveliest spot that man hath ever found

Ambleside, Cumbria

Closed now
Frosty early morning overlooking the south lawn at Sizergh, Cumbria
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Sizergh 

Beautiful medieval house with rich gardens and estate

near Kendal, Cumbria

Partially open today
Wray Castle in Winter
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Wray Castle 

Parkland and castle on the west shore of Windermere.

Ambleside, Cumbria

Partially open today
A lone person walking along the jetty to a misty lake Windermere  at Fell Foot in the Lake District
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Fell Foot 

Lakeshore park with stunning mountain views

Windermere, Cumbria

Fully open today
Walkers follow a coastal path along the cliffs at Whitehaven on a brisk day in winter, facing towards a grey sea and an overcast sky.
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Whitehaven Coast 

There are hidden gems of history and wildlife along this post-industrial coastline

Whitehaven, Cumbria

Fully open today
View over Derwent Water towards Cat Bells from Derwent Island House on a clear winter's day
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Borrowdale and Derwent Water 

Spectacular and varied lakeland landscape around Derwent Water

near Keswick, Cumbria

Fully open today
Wintry view of the Ennerdale Valley with tree lined fells and dramatic cloud cover in the Lake District.
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Ennerdale 

Home of the Wild Ennerdale project with 30 miles of traffic-free paths

Cleator Moor, Cumbria

Fully open today

Planning your visit to the Lake District

Walkers setting out from Seatoller car park in Borrowdale, Lake District
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Planning your visit to the Lake District 

Tools, tips and guidance to help you make the most out of your trip to the Lake District and help us look after it.

A man sitting on the back of his car in a car park to put his walking boots on to go for a walk in Borrowdale, Cumbria
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Countryside car parks in the Lake District 

Discover the National Trust's countryside car parks in the Lake District.

Get involved

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in our work across the Lakes

Visitors on a volunteer-led guided tour around Wray Castle in Ambleside with the castle and blue sky in the background

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.

A ranger strimming grass at Rayleigh Mount, Essex, in the sunshine, with areas of deep shadow beneath the trees
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Supporter groups in the Lake District 

Join a supporter group in the Lake District to volunteer outdoors with other people and help us look after special places in the National Park.

Places to stay in the Lake District

The shore of Wastwater is just one mile from Wasdale Campsite, Lake District

Wasdale Campsite 

A peaceful campsite less than a mile from the shore of Wastwater, perfectly placed for challenging bike trails and Scafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain.

Campervan and motorhome pitches at Eskdale Campsite, Cumbria

Eskdale Campsite 

A tranquil base in the heart of the Lakes, for a holiday walking and exploring the region’s crags, woods and waterfalls.

An aerial view of one of the camping fields at Low Wray Campsite, Lake District

Low Wray Campsite 

Lakeside or mountain-view pitches for tents and campervans, along with pre-pitched tents and pods, on Windermere, England’s biggest lake.

Upcoming events

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Christmas at Townend 

Townend, Windermere, Cumbria

Step back in time with Townend's Victorian Christmas.

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6 Dec to 20 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 15:00
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Christmas at Allan Bank 

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria

A roaring fire, a house decked with greenery, a wintery walk with views of snow topped fells. Take a moment this Christmas to slow down and appreciate the simple things at Allan Bank with lots of festive fun for everyone.

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8 Dec to 23 Dec 2023
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11:00 to 15:30
+ 7 other dates or times
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Introduction to Lino Printing Workshop 

Allan Bank and Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria

This taster session will give you a good introduction into lino printing and will give just enough information for you to take the skills learned and use them at home.

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8 Dec to 22 Dec 2023
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11:30 to 12:30
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Parkrun at Fell Foot, every Saturday 

Fell Foot, Windermere, Cumbria

A simple way to get fit, with a great community at its heart.

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9 Dec to 30 Dec 2023
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09:00 to 10:00
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Santa Paws Festive Photo Studio 

Fell Foot, Windermere, Cumbria

This Christmas dogs too can join in the festive fun at Fell Foot. Don your Christmas jumpers and hats for professional dog photographer Shaun Barr to capture that fun image of you and your dog, to share with friends and family.

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9 Dec to 17 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 10:15
+ 79 other dates or times
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Family Adventure Film Afternoons at Sticklebarn 

The Langdales, near Ambleside, Cumbria

Come and join Kendal Mountain Festival at Lanty Slee's (Sticklebarn) for an afternoon of family friendly adventure films.

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9 Dec 2023 to 13 Apr 2024
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15:00 to 16:30
+ 3 other dates or times
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Adventure Film and Dinner Evenings at Sticklebarn 

The Langdales, near Ambleside, Cumbria

Our ever popular adventure film and dinner events in the Langdales are back!

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9 Dec 2023 to 13 Apr 2024
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18:30 to 22:00
+ 4 other dates or times
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Forest Bathing - Shinrin Yoku 

Arnside and Silverdale, near Arnside, Cumbria

Forest bathing on Arnside Knott with specialist Forest Therapy practitioner Delyth Johnson.

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10 Dec 2023
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10:15 to 13:00
Visitors at the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.