Walks and places to go for families exploring the Lake District
Are you planning a visit to the Lake District with your kids?
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly walks, traffic-free bike rides, pubs with playgrounds, family campsites, or the best paddling spots, you can find everything you need to know about visiting the UK’s most scenic National Park on the Lake District Kids website. If you have any questions, someone in our friendly Lake District Kids Facebook Group will be happy to help you.
About us
Lake District Kids is the go-to website for parents visiting and living in the Lake District, run by Rhiannon, a mum-of-two based in West Cumbria. Discover the best walks, bike rides and attractions in the UK’s most beautiful National Park.
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Keswick to Threlkeld: Walk the Old Railway Line
Read more: Keswick to Threlkeld: Walk the Old Railway LineThis easy route is a flat, 3-mile-long path that goes through tunnels, over bridges and through woodland. The river weaves in and out below the path, so you are constantly crossing over beautiful views of the River Greta.…
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Aira Force Waterfall and Woodland Walk
Read more: Aira Force Waterfall and Woodland WalkRun by the National Trust, the woodland walk to the waterfall is not to be missed! There are two main car parks for this walk. We prefer to park at High Force Car Park and walk down to…
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Grizedale Forest: Woodland Trails, Cycling and Play Area
Read more: Grizedale Forest: Woodland Trails, Cycling and Play AreaGrizedale Forest is in the centre of the Lake District and just a short drive from Ambleside and Windermere. It has plenty to do for a full day out for family activities from toddlers to teens! The Ridding…