Activities at Wray Castle
Frequently asked questions for Wray Castle Reopening 2021
We're so pleased out portcullis is now up and we can welcome you back into the Castle building. If you have a query before your visit, we've put together a list of Questions & Answers which will hopefully help you plan your day out at Wray.
Wray Castle to Blelham Tarn circular walk
An interesting and varied circular walk for spring from Wray Castle taking in Blelham Tarn and returning via Windermere shoreline. This walk combines tranquil beauty, great views and fascinating stories from the past.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 40 mins
- 3.5 miles (5.6km)
Hoist the sails! Beginners' sailing sessions at the castle
Try your hand at something new with our taster sailing sessions on Windermere.
Walk this Wray
Pull on your boots and step out into the heart of the south Lakes.
Wray Castle's Summer of Sport
This summer at Wray Castle is all about sporting challenges and trying new things.
Soak up the sights and sounds of autumn
Let this video inspire your senses and get outside this autumn.
Get out and have fun at Wray Castle
A childhood fantasy can be fulfilled here: play in Peter Rabbit's burrow or visit Mr McGregor's garden. Or just blow off some steam in the open air if it's a sunny day.
Wray Castle to Latterbarrow Circular Walk
If you're looking for a walk with rewarding Lakes views, without the big fell climb, don't miss this Latterbarrow loop starting and finishing at Wray Castle.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 40 mins
- 4.6 miles (7.4km)
Claife Viewing Station to Wray Castle Cycle trail
Gently undulating cycle route hugging the west shore of Lake Windermere and providing wonderful views across the lake as well as National Trust properties to visit at either end of the ride.
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 4.5 miles (7.2km)
Claife Viewing Station to Wray Castle running trail
Gently undulating route that hugs the west shore of Lake Windermere and provides wonderful views across the lake before continuing through mature woodland to Wray Castle.
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Take the geocaching challenge
Explore the grounds of Wray Castle on a geocaching trail.
What to do this winter at Wray Castle
The castle may be closed but there's still plenty to see and do amongst the castle grounds.
Come by bike
The castle is the perfect stop off on a bike ride through the south Lakes.
Have an outdoor adventure at Wray Castle
There's so much to see and do in this natural adventure playground; bring the dog, a picnic or join us for a run.