Things to do
Historic houses, traditional inns, craft shops, lake cruises, hill
walking, mountain biking, county shows; the list of things to do
in the Lake District is endless. To give you some ideas, here are a
few
of our suggestions for great days out.
Grizedale forest has much to offer and is only a short drive
away from Graythwaite. Dedicated walking and mountain biking routes,
sculptures by artists such as Andy Goldsworthy and Richard
Harris
- and don’t miss Go-Ape,
an exhilarating three hours spent navigating through the tree-tops
using swings and bridges. |
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Another nearby attraction is the nostalgic ride from Haverthwaite
to Bowness/Ambleside. The first leg, from Haverthwaite Steam Railway
to Lakeside, is by steam train. The mode of transport then switches
to a scenic cruise up Lake Windermere with drop-offs at Bowness
or Ambleside. If you fancy some shopping then Ambleside, as well
as being a beautiful place to visit, has a great selection of craft
shops, cafes and outdoor clothing shops. |
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Something more cultural? Dove Cottage in Grasmere was Wordsworth’s
family home for over 8 years and now has a museum dedicated
to the great poet. The village is also famous for its gingerbread.
The
recipe for this unique treat is a closely guarded secret, kept
locked away in the National Westminster Bank in Ambleside! |
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If fishing is your thing, you may fly fish free of charge
on our own secluded tarn which is stocked with rainbow trout. Esthwaite
water is 3 miles away and is run as a fishery; from here
you can hire boats and equipment, or even learn to fish. Whether
you’re a first-timer or an expert angler, you’ll
find something to suit. |
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Beatrix Potter’s home at Hill Top is only 3 miles away and provided inspiration for many of her tales. Her house has remained relatively untouched and it gives an insight into how Beatrix lived her life and created her stories. Like many visitors to the area, Beatrix fell in love with the Lake District and eventually made it her home. |
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Nearby towns include Ulverston (11 miles) and Hawkshead (4 miles). Ulverston is a busy market town and has been labeled Cumbria’s Festival town with Dickensian Weekend, Ulverston Carnival and the Lantern Procession to name but a few. Aside from the festivities, there is also a weekly Thursday market, which continues the tradition of the market charter, granted in the 13th century.
Hawkshead is a picturesque village with many historic buildings
and quaint courtyards. It’s rich history includes important connections with William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter; both have museums dedicated to them in the village. |
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Links:
Kankku off
road driving adventures
Northwest
Kitesurfing
Downhill
Boarding
Esthwaite
water fishing
Go ape
Bigland
Outdoor
Canoe/kayak on Windermere
Lakes Leisure Windermere
High Adventure Hot Air Balloon flights
Lakeland Segway
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