"A network of rope bridges, trapezes and death slides that stretches for roughly a mile through the tree canopy..." Daily Telegraph. Whether you are a couple of friends, a family group or a corporate team, Go Ape! provies 2 hours...

Grizedale Forest has much to offer all ages and abilities: waymarked walking and cycling trails, orienteering courses, play area, café, bike hire, shop and visitor centre, picnic areas, 90 forest based sculptures, Go Ape high wire adventure course, 16 bunk...

Blackwell, built in 1900, is one of Britain’s most important houses, positioned in a dramatic Lakeland setting overlooking Lake Windermere. It is a rare example of the Arts and Crafts Movement with wonderfully rich interiors that have survived almost entirely...

Brantwood was the home of John Ruskin from 1872 until his death in 1900 and is regarded as one of the most beautifully situated houses in the Lake District. It enjoys the finest views over Coniston Lake and mountain views...

Solar-electric launches providing a low-pollution alternative for the discerning visitor. We serve 7 jetties around the lake offering a great service to walkers, cyclists, those visiting Brantwood or just requiring a gentle cruise in good company. We also run special...

Hawkshead Trout Farm is a well stocked lake where you can fish by boat or from the shore. It is suitable for inexperienced, intermediate and expert anglers. Tuition is available. Children enjoy feeding and caching their own fish. All visitors...

Ferry Nab is situated on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere, on the eastern shore of the lake. It’s from here that you can catch the Windermere Ferry to get to the other side of Windermere, and explore Near and Far...

Graythwaite Hall Gardens – a spring garden lanscaped by Thomas Mawson in partnership with Dan Gibson and Knill Freeman in 1895. Azaleas and Rhododendrons in a woodland setting, please telephone to find out more about these lovely gardens.

The Hawkshead Grammar School is one of the oldest in the area and this integral museum is a fascinating visitor attraction for all those interested in learning more about the institution and the development of the locality. The museum...

Tom Ghyll is a stream a couple of miles north of the town of Coniston that features two waterfalls. A trail runs from the car park on the A591 along the side of the stream from the lower to the...

Take off from the southern edge of Lake Windermere and glide in a hot air balloon over the southern English Lake District gazing over the 12 miles of Windermere towards the central lakes. Written about by such famous people as...

The Windermere Ferry service is provided by the Highways Department of Cumbria County Council. The ferry departs from Ferry Nab, Bowness at approximately 06:50 (08:50 on Sundays) and every 30 minutes until 20:50. Departure from Ferry House, Far Sawrey is...