Keswick is a brilliant base for family adventures in the Lake District. Located beside Derwentwater and surrounded by some of the Lake District’s most dramatic scenery, Keswick offers the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and family-friendly…
Family days out can add up quickly, especially in a place like the Lake District where it’s easy to fill every day with attractions, boat trips, and adventure activities. But the good news? Some of the…
Bowness-on-Windermere is one of the most well-known and popular places to visit in the Lake District, and it’s easy to see why. Sitting on the shores of Windermere, England’s largest lake, this bustling tourist hub offers…
Once home to William Wordsworth (between 1808–1811), the poet who helped shape how the world sees the Lake District, Allan Bank is one of the region’s most family-friendly National Trust properties. Rather than simply walking through…
Just outside the Lake District National Park boundary and overlooking Morecambe Bay, Grange-over-Sands offers something a little different from a typical Lake District day out. While there’s no beach for sand-play and paddling here (the shoreline…
Sizergh Castle is one of those Lake District days out that families tend to return to again and again. It sits at the gateway to the Lakes, blending formal gardens, woodland trails and a historic estate…
The Lake District may be best known for its mountains, lakes, and endless walking trails, but many visitors forget that the coast is within easy reach too. Located just outside the Lake District National Park boundary,…
If you have vehicle enthusiasts in the family, Lakeland Motor Museum is an easy hit, with enough variety to keep the whole family interested. Set in a converted mill near Newby Bridge, the museum houses more…
Lakes Aquarium is one of those attractions families often discover on a rainy day in the Lake District and end up enjoying far more than expected. Located at Lakeside on the southern shore of Windermere, the…
A museum dedicated entirely to pencils might not sound like the most exciting family day out in the Lake District. But the Pencil Museum in Keswick is one of those places that will surprise you. Located…