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Visitors enjoying a picnic at Fell Foot | © National Trust Images/John Millar

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.

Family days out in the Lake District

Whether you're here in the Lakes for a day or the full week, there's plenty to entertain the little ones both indoors and out.

Family-friendly things to do at Sizergh 

Whether you want to let little legs run off some steam, wander through a peaceful garden for a buggy-friendly walk, or discover a children’s trail through a house filled with treasures, there’s something for all ages here at Sizergh.

Adults and children walking along a tree‑lined path at Sizergh estate.

A family day out at Allan Bank 

Discover a fun-filled family day at Allan Bank. Explore, create, spot wildlife, and make lasting memories, whatever the weather

Two girls looking for nature in the woods at Allan Bank

Aira Force 

There’s plenty of space for wild play at Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park and to see the waterfall in full force. Pick up a nature spotter sheet and explore the woodland pathways. Stroll by the lakeshore or venture up Gowbarrow Fell for amazing lake views of Ullswater.

A family of four, two adults and two young children, hold hands as they walk down a path towards the lakeshore, against a mountain backdrop

Wray 

Explore the castle's lakeshore grounds, with shingle beach and woodland wanders galore. Challenge yourself to a range of traditional games on the lawn, skim a stone across the lake and tuck into a treat in Joey's café.

A family pass under Wray Castle on a path during a walk in Cumbria

Tarn Hows 

The 1 3/4 mile circular route around Tarn Hows offers a pushchair friendly walk with cracking fell views, perfect picnic spots, easy parking, café and toilets. A great Lake District adventure without the altitude.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 2 (km: 3.2)
View of walkers on the path around Tarn Hows

Fell Foot 

Fell Foot’s lakeshore park is a great place to begin your Lake District adventure. There's a friendly welcome team and everything to make your day comfortable – a large car park, toilets, café, lakeshore access, changing rooms and showers. Adventure seekers can get out onto the lake, and there's plenty of space to run around on land too, plus a small playground, nature trail and balance bikes to borrow.

Little girl smelling the daffodils at Fell Foot, Cumbria

School holidays in the Lake District

Looking for days out with the kids during May half term? Get close to nature in the dramatic Lake District landscape. Here’s what to expect on your visit.

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Pokémon in Partnership with National Trust 

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! Get outdoors with our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trails. Complete the trails to find Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete fun challenges at Sizergh.

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May half term in the Lake District 

There's lots to see and do across the Lake District this May half term, whether you want to discover nature in woodlands and gardens or delve into history inside an historic house. Click to discover all sorts of events and activities for the whole family and let imaginations run wild.

A family on the pebbly lakeshore of Crummock Water with three moored wooden rowing boats

Family adventures further afield

Discover more family days out in the North of England with plenty of places to play, explore, and create memories.

Adventure awaits: family fun in the North East 

From wild woodland walks to castles and houses full of stories, the North East is bursting with family adventures. Whether you're climbing, exploring, or just enjoying nature, our places offer unforgettable days out for kids of all ages. Come and make memories together.

A couple with their young child walk across an iron bridge, with the large house at Cragside visible behind them in the background surrounded by evergreen trees.

Family-friendly places in Liverpool and Lancashire 

Plan your family day out in Liverpool and Lancashire. From the beauty of the great outdoors and amazing histories to play areas, balance bikes and even a maze, there's something for the whole family to enjoy rain or shine.

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Family-friendly places in Cheshire and Manchester 

Plan your a family day out in Cheshire and Manchester. We've got play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains.

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Family-friendly places in Yorkshire 

Plan an adventure in Yorkshire. With play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains. Bring the whole family to make memories during your time together.

Three children running along the avenue away from the house in spring
The Vegetable Garden in summer at Hill Top, Cumbria, home of Beatrix Potter

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