Lake District Family Holidays & Activities

Out and About in The Lake District

Enjoy a fantastic family holiday in the English Lake District…

Whatever your age, whether you want to enjoy the many attractions that the Lake District has to offer, or if you prefer to relax on site at one of our parks, you are guaranteed an ideal holiday. This is where you come to get away from it all! Wordsworth was born here and it’s not surprising that the treasures of these lands inspire a little poetry in us all!
Designated as a National Park in 1951, South Lakeland has something to offer visitors at all times of the year, in all seasons. Autumn and Winter provide snow capped fells, spectacular scenery and numerous possibilities for the outdoor pursuits lover, whilst during the spring and summer months the area blossoms fully into life with many country fairs, attractions, events and shows.

SAVE on your days out on your holiday. Ask at reception for advice on the best places to visit and for details of discounts at many local attractions.
There is so much to see and do in the Lake District, below are some places we suggest you visit.
Places to Visit:

• South Lakes Wild Animal Park
• The Aquarium of the Lakes
• The World of Beatrix Potter
• Lakeland Miniature Village
• Leighton Hall
• Holker Hall and Motor Museum
• Levens Hall
• Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum
• Grizedale Park and Visitors Centre
• Honistor Slate Mine

Things to do:

 • Hire a mountain bike and explore the lakes on two wheels (bike hire can be arranged at our park receptions)
• Take a trip on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway
• Take a luxurious boat trip with Windermere Lake Cruises.
• Self guided and guided walks, soak up the amazing Lakeland views
• On the water try canoeing, sailing and windsurfing schools at Low Wood Watersports Centre
• Horse riding over the beautiful valleys
• World-class bird watching around the lake
• Fishing and golf
• High adventure balloon flight
• Shopping in nearby Bowness, Ambleside and Kendal.
• Sample the selection of restaurants, bars and cafés available wherever
  you go in the Lake District.

Events & Key Dates*

March

21 March, Friday, 10:00am 0 13:00pm
Easter Bunny Bonanza
Comealong to Plumgarths for a fun session for under sixes. There will be bunny-tastic games and bunny tail trails to followin the garden. Just turn up and join in the fun. Please feel free to have your packed lunch in the garden afterwards. Tea, coffee and juice available.
Where: Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Plumgarths, Kendal
Cost: £1 per child

30 March, Sunday, 10:00am - 13:00pm
Spring Tastic Birds
Join us on this spring morning and learn about the different types of birds that visit our garden.
Where: Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Plumgarths, Kendal
Costs: Adults £3.50, children £1.50 (Booking essential)

APRIL

1 April, Tuesday, 10:00am - 16:00pm
Work party at Wreay Woods Nature Reserve
Help to continue work to return the woodland back to native broadleaf. The day includes pulling and cutting down sycamore and beech saplings and trees. Wellies or steel toe-capped boots are recommended. Teenagers over 16 are welcome.
Where: Meet at Scalesceugh Hall car park

2 April, Wednesday, 19.00pm - 21:00pm
Bats - An illustrated talk by Steve Wake. Organised by North Cumbria Local Support Group
Where: Moot Hall, Brampton
Suggested donation: adults £2.00, children £1.00

2 April, Wednesday, 10:00am - 16:00pm
Work party at Drumburgh Moss Nature Reserve
Do you want to help improve the habitats on this national nature reserve. You will have the chance to clear scrub, do damming work and remove  saplings to improve the habitats on the nature reserve.
Where: Meet at Moss Cottage car park


May

24, 26 & 28 May 2008 - Cartmel Races, 015395 36340
30, 31 May & 1 June 2008 - Holker Festival at Holker Hall, 015395 58838

June

6 – 8 June 2008 - Windermere on Water (WOW) Festival, 01539 726442
14 – 15 June 2008 - North West Fine Food Lovers Festival, 01695 732734

July

26 - 27 July 2008 - Windermere Air Show, 015394 44037
31 July 2008 - Ambleside Traditional Lakeland Sports, 015394 35351

Contact Windermere Tourist Information Centre 015394 428895 for more details