Top Things to do in Lake District
Top Hotels in Lake District
- 1. Ravenstone Manor Hotel
- 2. Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant (Adult Only)
- 3. Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection
- 4. The Keswick Country House Hotel
- 5. The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
- 6. Ravenstone Manor Hotel
- 7. Riverside Hotel
- 8. Damson Dene Hotel
- 9. The Wordsworth Hotel
- 10. Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, BW Premier Collection
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What to do and see in Lake District, England: The Best Scenic Walking Areas
Cumbria's valleys and fells (as the low mountains are known) are home to idyllic villages, high moorlands and picturesque lakes. Literary buffs will enjoy Wordsworth's Dove Cottage (go in March to see daffodils), and if you've got kids in tow, visit The World of Beatrix Potter. Or just enjoy a leisurely drive through beautiful scenery.
Restaurants in Lake District
1. Kentmere Pike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
2. Wansfell Pike
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5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By Zena3101 - Winchester, United Kingdom
We started from Ambleside and made a steep ascent from the High Street. Made a detour to see the waterfalls first, then onto to the proper climb. Lots of shaded areas, until we got to the gate which had the stone steps begin the mammoth climb all the way to Wansfell Pike. Do-able continuously (for us as reasonable fit people exercising 4-5x/week), but even we had to stop for 10s twice, so it is tough going up. But once reaching the summit, you'll be rewarded with gorgeous stunning views of Lake Windemere, the town of Ambleside, and the panoramic view of everywhere else! We then headed towards Troutbeck tongue, but got lost halfway through, so took an alternatively route towards Troutbeck, stopped in at the Mortal Man pub (dog-friendly) for a cold pint, then continued on for another 5 km, before reaching back our BnB, via the Stagshaw gardens in the middle of nowhere! 17.8km, our feet sure felt it!
3. Latrigg
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5.0 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By derekw722 - Worcester, United Kingdom
Short sharp upward walk can be avoided by parking on the Skiddaw route. However, the views over the north Lakes is something to behold.
4. Alpacaly Ever After
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5.0 based on 690 reviews
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Want to take some alpacas out for a walk? Of course you do... and now you can! Alpacaly Ever After are thrilled to offer alpaca walks around the stunning grounds of The Lingholm Estate or alpaca walks at Whinlatter Forest, Meet and Greets at The Lakes Distillery or Lingholm and if you fancy climbing a local mountain, we have Llama Treks that take you there as well. All our activities take place outside in the fresh air, and as an outdoor activity provider we are fully versed in risk assessment and safe operating procedures. We would like to reassure our visitors and those looking to book that we are doing our utmost to protect both our visitors and guides, and are confident in providing a safe and hugely enjoyable experience that will be beneficial to physical and mental wellbeing. We have some exciting new activities coming soon, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube for the latest updates. Come and join The Woolly Army!
Reviewed By Smithy1412
Had a lovely couple of hours walking Danny & Jasper around the Lingholm estate, our guide Natasha was very knowledgeable and super friendly, the alpacas were delightful, great weather, gorgeous scenery and beautifully kept grounds, we also booked the afternoon tea which was taken in the conservatory with a view of the walled garden and the lake, a perfect afternoon in a perfect location.
5. Wreay Syke Alpacas
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Come and meet our alpacas... We are based in the south of Kendal on the edge of the Lake District a UNESCO world heritage site and would love you to come and enjoy the experience of spending time with our fur babies. Take an alpaca for a walk, come and meet our herd at their home by booking a 'Meet & Greet' or we can bring our alpacas to you! Residential Care homes, schools, activity centres or party venues, the possibilities are endless. You will fall in love with these fluffy, inquisitive animals by the end of your visit and hopefully have learnt a lot more about them. Our walk is over The Helm to the south of Kendal, a public access hill with 360 degree panoramic views over Kendal and the surrounding Lakeland and Yorkshire fells. For people of any age and most abilities we offer a "Meet & Greet" at the alpacas home 5 minutes from J36 of the M6. Come and spend time with these quirky, inquisitive animals, feed them, enjoy their company. Go to our website for full details.
Reviewed By garygD5449BL
Execellent meet and greet with Alpacas,Jane was very knowledgable really good day out to meet fab animals????????????10 out 10
6. Friars Crag
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By chris504019 - Daventry, United Kingdom
This truely is the most peaceful spot in Keswick and I have the privilege to have a painting on my wall at home. So scenic overlooking CATBELLS a great fell to climb to see all of the surrounding area including SKIDDAW. A must see location and the walk from Keswick is a delight.
7. Nine Standards Rigg
8. Lancrigg - Wordsworths Woodland Walks
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Helm crag woods is situated on the banks of Helm crag en-route to the summit. Access is non restricted via The Lancrigg. Epic English woodland with meandering paths . A favourite place of William Wordsworth . There is a Dorothy Wordsworth memorial approximately half way up The walk on the upper path. A lot of the large trees were planted by Richardson the arctic explorer. We are currently raising funds to begin clearing some of the large monolithic trees that have fallen and re establish the cascading water courses that terrace into some very idyllic ponds.
Reviewed By Elzzza
Lovely walk through Lancrigg woods today at the start and end of our ascent of Helm Crag. The path is clear with the fallen autumn leaves giving a lovely look, aroma and softness under foot. We saw a couple of robins and on the way back surprised a small herd of Herdwick sheep. A huge fallen tree trunk demonstrated the age and immensity of the woodland. I can't imagine the number of species it must support.
9. King's How
10. Watendlath
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By chrischalk01 - Tonbridge, United Kingdom
A favorite walk. Bus to Rosthwaite then up and over to Watendlath then down the super pretty hanging valley descending either to Borrowdale hotel or on to surprise view and Ashness bridge. You can just drive up the the tarn which is very pretty but the road is very narrow and the walk is so much better.
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