Lisa’s guidebook
Sightseeing
In the neighbouring valley of Wasdale, Scafell Pike is waiting to be climbed. Not an easy task, but well worth the effort!
69 locals recommend
Scafell Pike
In the neighbouring valley of Wasdale, Scafell Pike is waiting to be climbed. Not an easy task, but well worth the effort!
Travel back in time on this steam railway, which travels to the southern tip of lake Windermere. You can then climb aboard a steamer crossing the lake towards Bowness or Ambleside. If you’ve not been to the lakes before this is a must do combined trip !
69 locals recommend
Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway
Travel back in time on this steam railway, which travels to the southern tip of lake Windermere. You can then climb aboard a steamer crossing the lake towards Bowness or Ambleside. If you’ve not been to the lakes before this is a must do combined trip !
The steepest mountain pass in England will surely test your driving skills! Hardnott joins Wyrnose at Cockley Beck taking you into Eskdale Valley and past the remains of a Roman Fort.
Hardknott Pass
Hardknott PassThe steepest mountain pass in England will surely test your driving skills! Hardnott joins Wyrnose at Cockley Beck taking you into Eskdale Valley and past the remains of a Roman Fort.
A stunning walk from the door, following the river Duddon through this scenic gorge.
Wallowbarrow Coppice
A stunning walk from the door, following the river Duddon through this scenic gorge.
Great views of the Lake District Southern Fells and Duddon Estuary. You can drive much of the way and then climb to the summit.
Stickle Pike
Great views of the Lake District Southern Fells and Duddon Estuary. You can drive much of the way and then climb to the summit.
A short drive takes you to an old mountain road, where you can walk up to the tarn. Nestled in amongst the mountains with the Victorians having created a dam, makes this a special tarn.
Seathwaite Tarn
A short drive takes you to an old mountain road, where you can walk up to the tarn. Nestled in amongst the mountains with the Victorians having created a dam, makes this a special tarn.
The largest tarn in the Lake District is a hidden gem. A great place to wild swim with shallow shelving, the water can be quite warm in summer months.
Devoke Water
The largest tarn in the Lake District is a hidden gem. A great place to wild swim with shallow shelving, the water can be quite warm in summer months.
A dramatic waterfall surrounded by lush vegetation which almost feels tropical. There is a viewing platform situated 150 feet above the gorge or you can walk to the bottom for a closer view.
8 locals recommend
Stanley Ghyll Force Waterfall
A dramatic waterfall surrounded by lush vegetation which almost feels tropical. There is a viewing platform situated 150 feet above the gorge or you can walk to the bottom for a closer view.
Dramatic scenery where the mountains sides fall away into the lake creating the deepest body of water in England. A glacial lake and the starting point for the Scafell Pike climb from Wasdale Head.
29 locals recommend
Wast Water
Dramatic scenery where the mountains sides fall away into the lake creating the deepest body of water in England. A glacial lake and the starting point for the Scafell Pike climb from Wasdale Head.
A long stretch of sandy beach backed by sand dunes looking across the Irish sea.
7 locals recommend
Drigg Sand dunes and beach
A long stretch of sandy beach backed by sand dunes looking across the Irish sea.
The Wyrnose mountain pass joins the Duddon Valley with Little Langdale, breath taking scenery every step of the way. A great way to drive into the heart of the National Park!
9 locals recommend
Wrynose Pass
The Wyrnose mountain pass joins the Duddon Valley with Little Langdale, breath taking scenery every step of the way. A great way to drive into the heart of the National Park!
A beautiful lake nestled in amongst woodland with a mountain backdrop. The lake shore circular path makes this an ideal walk for all ages and abilities.
88 locals recommend
Tarn Hows
A beautiful lake nestled in amongst woodland with a mountain backdrop. The lake shore circular path makes this an ideal walk for all ages and abilities.
Once over the Wyrnose pass, Blea Tarn can be found in between the valleys of Little Langdale and Great Langdale. A beautiful tarn with woodland to one side and surrounded by mountains.
19 locals recommend
Blea Tarn
Once over the Wyrnose pass, Blea Tarn can be found in between the valleys of Little Langdale and Great Langdale. A beautiful tarn with woodland to one side and surrounded by mountains.
A fun way to take in the beautiful scenery on this seven mile narrow-gauge steam railway.
108 locals recommend
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Co.Ltd
Main StreetA fun way to take in the beautiful scenery on this seven mile narrow-gauge steam railway.
Stunning castle with beautiful gardens. There is also a hawk and owl centre, including flying displays.
121 locals recommend
Muncaster Castle
Stunning castle with beautiful gardens. There is also a hawk and owl centre, including flying displays.
With the Langdale Pikes in the background and Stickle Ghyll cascading alongside the mountain path. A challenging walk to the tarn, but you can treat yourself at the National Trust Stickle Barn at the bottom.
6 locals recommend
Stickle Tarn, Langdale
With the Langdale Pikes in the background and Stickle Ghyll cascading alongside the mountain path. A challenging walk to the tarn, but you can treat yourself at the National Trust Stickle Barn at the bottom.
Close to Grasmere, a lovely circular walk around Rydal Water. With an opportunity to cross some stepping stones as you enter the cave, makes this fun for all.
25 locals recommend
Rydal Cave
Close to Grasmere, a lovely circular walk around Rydal Water. With an opportunity to cross some stepping stones as you enter the cave, makes this fun for all.
Food scene
The prettiest lakeland village with white washed houses and little squares offers an array of individual shops and tea rooms. With cars banned from the centre, makes it a nice place to wonder around.
Hawkshead
The prettiest lakeland village with white washed houses and little squares offers an array of individual shops and tea rooms. With cars banned from the centre, makes it a nice place to wonder around.
A lovely lakeland village with numerous pubs, restaurants and tea rooms along with independent gift shops. You can visit the Ruskin museum or walk down to the lake shore where you will find the bluebird cafe and various boat trips / water sports. Sitting just below "The Old Man of Coniston" there are also some great walks from here.
59 locals recommend
Coniston
A lovely lakeland village with numerous pubs, restaurants and tea rooms along with independent gift shops. You can visit the Ruskin museum or walk down to the lake shore where you will find the bluebird cafe and various boat trips / water sports. Sitting just below "The Old Man of Coniston" there are also some great walks from here.
Walk across the stepping stones or footbridge to the local inn. A traditional Cumbrian pub, independently run with a good selection of home cooked food and ales. Great fell views from the garden.
13 locals recommend
Newfield Inn
Walk across the stepping stones or footbridge to the local inn. A traditional Cumbrian pub, independently run with a good selection of home cooked food and ales. Great fell views from the garden.
Nearby Lakeland inn with excellent food & attentive service. Cosy dining areas with open fires.
33 locals recommend
Blacksmiths Arms, Broughton Mills
Nearby Lakeland inn with excellent food & attentive service. Cosy dining areas with open fires.
Lovely cafe & farm shop located on the banks of the river Irt. The old mill wheel and a glass floor make it special. Good selection of food & cakes, not far from the shores of Wast Water.
12 locals recommend
The Sawmill Cafe & Farm Shop
Lovely cafe & farm shop located on the banks of the river Irt. The old mill wheel and a glass floor make it special. Good selection of food & cakes, not far from the shores of Wast Water.
Good food and portion sizes with a friendly atmosphere. You can also visit the restored Eskdale Mill and pretty Whillan Beck.
10 locals recommend
The Boot Inn
Eskdale ValleyGood food and portion sizes with a friendly atmosphere. You can also visit the restored Eskdale Mill and pretty Whillan Beck.