Here are the latest posts / articles from the Lake District Kids team:
- The BEST Lake District walks for toddlers and pre-schoolers (ages 1-4)
Details of Lake District toddler walks and pre-schooler walks that are short, relatively flat, and incorporate lots of variety to keep little ones engaged. And most importantly, all these walks… - Lake District Christmas Markets (dates and details for 2026)
Christmas markets are a lovely way to get into the festive spirit, and the Lake District has plenty of opportunities to browse local crafts, pick up Christmas gifts and enjoy… - 12 sanity-saving tips for hiking with kids under 5 years
Want to avoid the whinges and actually cover some distance on a family walk? These are our top tips for hiking with kids under 5, including toddlers, and making walks… - Boat Hire and Family Fun at The Boathouse Café, Esthwaite Water
Just five minutes from Hawkshead, The Boathouse Café at Esthwaite Water is a lovely base for a family day out, with plenty to do beyond a simple café stop. Walk… - Twixmas in the Lake District 2026/2027: things to do in the Christmas holidays
That awkward time between Christmas and New Year can be an odd one. You’re stuffed from Christmas, genuinely have no idea what day it is, but you’ve still got to… - The BEST Lake District Christmas events for families (2026)
Christmas is a magical time to visit the Lake District, with festive markets, Christmas lights, family trails, illuminated gardens and plenty of events to get everyone into the Christmas spirit…. - Lake District Bonfire Night and Fireworks events 2026
Grab your wellies, woolly hat, gloves, and glow sticks, and remember, remember the 5th of November! Or rather, remember these other dates as Bonfire Nights are held around the 5th November here… - October Half Term in the Lake District: Family Events 2026
There’s something rather magical about the Lake District in autumn. The fells take on their beautiful golden and russet colours, crisp days are made for family walks, and there’s always… - The BEST Pram-Friendly Walks in the Lake District
The Lake District Kids team are lacing up their walking boots and exploring the National Park to bring you this guide to the very best pram-friendly walks in the region…. - Pram-friendly Brothers Water walk (linear, 4.3km)
Just south of Patterdale, this sheltered walk around Brothers Water takes you alongside the lake, over rivers, past fields and farmland, all with dramatic views of the surrounding valley and…
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And if you’re hiking with little ones, check out our tips for hiking with kids under 5 to help you get a extra mile or two out of those little legs.