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.

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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.

Passengers enjoying a trip on the Steam Yacht Gondola, Coniston, Lake District

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Steam Yacht Gondola

Rebuilt Victorian steam-powered yacht on Coniston Water

Allan Bank house cloaked in snow in Grasmere

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Allan Bank and Grasmere

The loveliest spot that man hath ever found

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Hill Top

Beatrix Potter's farmhouse retreat: the inspiration for her little books.

A front view of Wordsworth House, Lake District

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Wordsworth House and Garden

William Wordsworth’s childhood home

Frosty early morning overlooking the south lawn at Sizergh, Cumbria

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Sizergh

Beautiful medieval house with rich gardens and estate

A view of Acorn Bank's mansion and woodland from the surrounding estate

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Acorn Bank

Delightful garden renowned for its herbs and fruit orchards

A blurred view of the top of one of the castle's towers through autumn leaves in sharp focus

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Wray Castle

Parkland and castle on the west shore of Windermere.

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

View of the cliffs and the sea along the Whitehaven Coast, Cumbria

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Whitehaven Coast

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

Man walks along grassy, tree lined fell in autumn

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Borrowdale and Derwent Water

Spectacular and varied lakeland landscape around Derwent Water

Head of Ennerdale from Moses Trod path on ascent to Green Gable, Lake District

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Ennerdale

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

A view across to King's How and Black Crag in autumn with the trees dressed in bright yellow

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.

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

Search volunteering opportunities in the Lake District

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.

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.

Volunteers sitting on a bench with Cat Bells in the background at Borrowdale and Derwentwater in Cumbria

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Romantic places to stay in the Lakes

A dog with a view of Wastwater at Wasdale in Cumbria

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Dog-friendly cottages in the Lake District

Eskdale Campsite

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

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.

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Gunpowder Works Exhibition

Sizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria

Discover the hidden histories of Sedgwick gunpowder works.

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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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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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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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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.