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A selection of attractions in and around Durham:

Orrest Head, Windermere (< 1 Mile)

Orrest Head is a viewpoint made popular by the poet William Wordsworth. It was also popular with Victorian day-trippers from the industrial towns of...

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World of Beatrix Potter, Windermere (< 1 Mile)

In an indoor re-creation of the Lakeland countryside, discover Peter Rabbit™ eating radishes in Mr. McGregor’s garden; see Jemima Puddle-duck™ amongst the foxgloves; and Mrs....

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Belle Isle, Windermere (2 Miles)

Belle Isle is a wooded island in Lake Windermere, landscaped in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The island is one mile long - the longest...

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Blackwell, Windermere (2.8 Miles)

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...

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Townend, Troutbeck (3.2 Miles)

Townend is owned by the National Trust and is a fine example of Lake District vernacular architecture. It is a solid stone and slate...

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Brockhole, Windermere (3.7 Miles)

Brockhole is an Edwardian house beautifully situated on the shores of Windermere; enjoy extensive landscaped gardens, lake cruises, adventure playground, guided walks and activities. There...

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Hawkshead School Museum, Hawkshead (4.1 Miles)

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...

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Coniston Launch, Near Sawrey (4.2 Miles)

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...

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Claife Heights, Near Sawrey (6.9 Miles)

Claife Heights is an area of woodland owned by the National Trust, on the western shores of Windermere. It is a great spot for walking,...

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Moss Eccles Tarn, Near Sawrey (6.9 Miles)

Moss Eccles Tarn is just a short walk from Near Sawrey. It was here that Beatrix Potter spent many an hour fishing - from...

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Wise Een Tarn, Near Sawrey (6.9 Miles)

Wise Een Tarn is situated approximately midway between Near Sawrey and High Wray, in the National Trust’s Claife Heights region. This tranquil spot is easily...

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Colwith Force, Little Langdale (6.9 Miles)

Colwith Force is, quite simply, a stunning waterfall, and forms part of the Colwith Circle walk. This is a very nice gentle walk and not...

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Hawkshead Village, Hawkshead (6.9 Miles)

Set in the magnificent Vale of Esthwaite in the heart of the English Lake District, Hawkshead is a truly historic and wonderfully picturesque village characterised...

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Coniston Village, Coniston (6.9 Miles)

Set beneath the impressive shadow of The Old Man of Coniston and alongside Lake Coniston, Coniston is one of the most well known of all...

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Rydal Water, Rydal (6.9 Miles)

Rydal is a tiny hamlet between Grasmere and Ambleside in the beautiful Rothay Valley, and was home to William Wordsworth for 37 years. Within the...

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(All distances are direct and may be longer by road)

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