Things To Do

At Lindeth Howe, we have four guides in our Beatrix Potter library. These are: Visiting Lake District Heritage, Literature, Galleries, Museums & Other Places of Interest; Give the Driver a Break; Getting Active & Trying Out New Experiences; Attractions to Suit Everyone, Especially Children. These guides are for you to browse through with ideas for activities and fun things to do in the Lake District for every occasion. Listed below are some example of things to do in the Lake District.

Outdoors and Adventure

Golf - We can make a tee reservation for you at Windermere Golf Club. Carus Green, Grange-Over-Sands, Kendal, Keswick and Ulverston Golf clubs are all within 25 miles.

Fishing - Lindeth Howe has permits on a number of local rivers and waters. Mountain Bike Hire - Bikes, helmets and route cards are all available through the hotel.

Sightseeing - Full and Half Day Guided Mini-Coach tours. See the area and visit those out of the way places in comfort with the renowned touring company Mountain Goat. www.mountain-goat.com

Water Sports - Sailing and boating in all its guises are available on Lake Windermere. For sailing training and yacht sales see Total Sailing.

Walking - The most popular pastime in the Lake District. Walk in, explore and enjoy some of the best scenery in Europe at your own pace.

Mountain Bike Hire - Explore the Lake District by bicycle with Country Lanes. Quality cycle hire, spares and repairs, day trips, short breaks and longer tours. To make a reservation please telephone 015394 44544 or visit their cycle centre at Windermere railway station. www.countrylaneslakedistrict.co.uk

Culture and Heritage
John Ruskin Artist, writer and thinker....visit Brantwood, his home and gardens on the shore of Lake Coniston.
www.brantwood.com

William Wordsworth
Visit his homes Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount, or the Wordsworth Museum.
Find out more through the Wordsworth Trust.
www.wordsworth.org.uk

Beatrix Potter
The Lake District's most prolific writer of children's books took her inspiration from the area.
Visit The World of Beatrix Potter, Hilltop and the Beatrix Potter Museum at Hawkshead. www.hop-skip-jump.com
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Blackwell
The world famous Arts & Crafts House. An architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District. www.blackwell.org.uk

Holker Hall
Award Winning Gardens & Lakeland Motor Museum. The Hall, Gardens and Lakeland Motor Museum comprise of three spectacular attractions in one perfect setting.
www.holker-hall.co.uk

National Trust & English Heritage
Lakeland boasts a wealth of beautiful buildings and gardens.
Visit the world famous Topiary Gardens at Levens Hall or Holker Hall the Home of Lord and Lady Cavendish, plus many more.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
www.english-heritage.org.uk

A Sense of Place, Windermere and Bowness.
Click here to download a pdf file (923kb) with information on what to see and do in Windermere and Bowness.

Its hard to believe but the weather isn't always so kind here in the Lake District! Do not fear, for adults and children alike, there is plenty to keep you occupied. Here is just a small selection to whet your appetite.

Family Fun
Lake District Visitors Centre, Brockhole
www.lake-district.gov.uk

The World of Beatrix Potter
www.hop-skip-jump.com

Aquarium of the Lakes
www.aquariumofthelakes.co.uk

Cumberland Pencil Museum
www.pencils.co.uk

Rheged
www.rheged.com

Windermere Lake Cruises
www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk Click here to view the brochure

The Lake District Experiences
Click here for more information on activities.

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