Polly’s guide to What to do during your Stay
Walks and Sights
A few approachable and spectacular walks for those new to the fells.
One of the Uk's top walks, the circuit of Buttermere lake is top of our list for activities for those new to the valley. 3 hours and 4.5 miles of breath taking scenery. Buttermere can be busy so we recommend walking either early in the morning or later in the evening.
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Buttermere
One of the Uk's top walks, the circuit of Buttermere lake is top of our list for activities for those new to the valley. 3 hours and 4.5 miles of breath taking scenery. Buttermere can be busy so we recommend walking either early in the morning or later in the evening.
Lowfell dominates the view from Lorton. It's a perfect introduction to fellwalking that ends with an incredible view. 3-4 hours.
Low Fell
Lowfell dominates the view from Lorton. It's a perfect introduction to fellwalking that ends with an incredible view. 3-4 hours.
Park at Scale Hill CP. A wonderful combination of hill, woodland and lake. The source of inspiration for a Turner classic watercolour. A magical location .
Brackenthwaite Hows
Park at Scale Hill CP. A wonderful combination of hill, woodland and lake. The source of inspiration for a Turner classic watercolour. A magical location .
For seasoned hillwalkers only. This is a classic walk (plus an airy scramble) up our local Wainwright that offers a superb fell walk started directly from the cottage. Return via Whiteside for a great day out .
Hopegill Head
For seasoned hillwalkers only. This is a classic walk (plus an airy scramble) up our local Wainwright that offers a superb fell walk started directly from the cottage. Return via Whiteside for a great day out .
Activities
The home of some exciting adventures. as well as the slate mine, Honister now boasts guided Via Ferrata, an Infinity Bridge and Canyoning. For the thrill seekers…
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Honister Slate Mine
Honister PassThe home of some exciting adventures. as well as the slate mine, Honister now boasts guided Via Ferrata, an Infinity Bridge and Canyoning. For the thrill seekers…
A hub for walkers, mountain bikers, and park runners. Located at the top of our road, it offers a range of outdoor activities in a superb location. You can try the exhilarating Go Ape course, hire a Segway or an e-bike.
For kids there’s loads of activities and a Gruffalo trail plus a great cafe too .
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Whinlatter Visitor Centre
A hub for walkers, mountain bikers, and park runners. Located at the top of our road, it offers a range of outdoor activities in a superb location. You can try the exhilarating Go Ape course, hire a Segway or an e-bike.
For kids there’s loads of activities and a Gruffalo trail plus a great cafe too .
A trip to Glenridding and a tour of Ullswater on one of the Steamers is a magical day in the Lakes.
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I-Ullswater Steamers
Grisedale BridgeA trip to Glenridding and a tour of Ullswater on one of the Steamers is a magical day in the Lakes.
I thought it was daft too until I tried it! These loveable and gentle creatures make great companions for a morning walk.
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Alpacaly Ever After
Braithwaite FarmI thought it was daft too until I tried it! These loveable and gentle creatures make great companions for a morning walk.
Take time out to pamper yourself with a day at our local Spa.
https://www.armathwaite-hall.com/spa/spa-day-experience/
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Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa in Lake district
B5291Take time out to pamper yourself with a day at our local Spa.
https://www.armathwaite-hall.com/spa/spa-day-experience/
Wild Swim in the cleanest lake in Cumbria. Ask me for my secret beach.
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Crummock Water
Wild Swim in the cleanest lake in Cumbria. Ask me for my secret beach.
Local Attractions
A fascinating insight into the distilling of whisky. A good morning out combined with lunch at their bistro.
https://www.lakesdistillery.com/tours-i20
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The Lakes Distillery
A fascinating insight into the distilling of whisky. A good morning out combined with lunch at their bistro.
https://www.lakesdistillery.com/tours-i20
The home of one of our great poets and a fascinating insight into history.
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Wordsworth House and Garden
Main StreetThe home of one of our great poets and a fascinating insight into history.