Places to visit near Lakeland

Bardsea beach, on the edge of Morecambe Bay, has an area of shingle and seamlessly endless sand. There is plenty of space on the beach and a long coastal path to enjoy the beautiful landscape. Dogs are allowed and parking is next to the beach.

Just 9 miles from Windermere, Kendal has a great selection of shopping arcades, two castles, two museums and a host of historical buildings and bridges. Take in the views as you enjoy the town's most famous export: Kendal Mint Cake.

Discover sealife of the world or take part in a virtual dive.

At 10.5 miles long, one mile wide and 220 feet deep, Windermere is the largest natural lake in England. Enjoy a cruise, hire a motorboat or soak up the views.

Meet Peter Rabbit, Mrs Tiggy-Winkle and friends as Beatrix Potter's tales are brought to life.

Enjoy the spectacular views on Lake Windermere with cruises from 45 minutes to 3 hours.

Buttermere – the lake by the dairy pastures – is 1 1/2 miles long, 3/4 of a mile wide and 75 feet deep. The classic combination of lakes and mountains makes this a popular site with visitors. Buttermere offers some of the best walking country in Lakeland. There is a footpath running round the perimeter of the lake, and lovely walks to the summits of Haystacks and Red Pike.

A vibrant historic village situated in one of England’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty. Cartmel is the home of Sticky Toffee and home to a wide variety of traditional Lakeland inns, tea rooms and cutting edge gourmet restaurants.

Set in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Grizedale Forest offers an unrivalled day out with four unparalleled experiences to let loose on. Join in our leafy hangouts for an unforgettable adventure, let loose, have a laugh, and reconnect with your Tribe.

A fascinating historic house and family home, Holker Hall and Gardens is set in 25 acres of romantic formal and woodland gardens, and ancient parkland, with the famous herd of Menil fallow deer showcasing nature at it’s most graceful. Holker offers beautiful landscaped grounds, adventure playground & picnic area. Holker's Food Hall stocks the very finest local produce, including Holker’s own seasonal meats and cheese.

Nestled in the scenic Leven Valley and housed in a converted mill in the heart of the Lake District, Lakeland Motor Museum is home to the fascinating collection of over 30,000 exhibit. The local history, period shopping displays and authentic recreations make this a unique experience for the family.

Stunning Tarn Hows offers an accessible circular (1¾ miles) walk through beautiful countryside with majestic mountain views. A great place to walk and picnic, or to begin your wider Lake District countryside adventure. There are also rare Belted Galloway cattle and sturdy Herdwick sheep grazing by the tarn.