Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Stonethwaite

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Stonethwaite

National Trust - Wray Castle
National Trust - Wray Castle
4 (2613 ratings)3.5 (1631 ratings)
Neo-gothic 1800s castle featuring a kid-friendly interior with play rooms, plus lakeside grounds.
Low Wray, Ambleside, LA22 0JA, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksCastles
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Cumbria & the Lakes
"An impressive sight with its turrets and battlements, this mock-Gothic castle was built in 1840 for James Dawson, a retired doctor from Liverpool, but it has been owned by the National Trust since 1929. Though the interior is largely empty, the lakeside grounds are glorious. It was once used as a holiday home by Beatrix Potter's family. The best way to arrive is by boat from Bowness; there's limited parking and preference is given to non-driving visitors on busy days."
Mentioned by Mini Travellers - Family Travel & Family Holiday Tips
6 Family Fun Adventures in Windermere | Lake District
"White Cross Bay is less than 5 minutes by car to Brockhole, where you can catch a boat to the other side of Lake Windermere to visit Wray Castle. On the way out you have to go to Ambleside first, get off the boat for 20 mins, re-board, and then set off for Wray Castle but on the trip back you go straight across to Brockhole. The Woodland Nature Play Trail at Wray Castle is great."
Mentioned by Lake District National Park
Things to do in Windermere
"Families can explore the activity rooms inside the castle, where there’s plenty of space for creative play. With a natural playground in the grounds and a path to spacious grassy area on the lakeshore, its a great for the whole family whatever the weather."
Brockhole on Windermere, The Lake District Visitor Centre
Brockhole on Windermere, The Lake District Visitor Centre
4.6 (2061 ratings)4 (1126 ratings)
Outdoor attraction with a range of activities, from mini-golf & zip-lines to kayaking & archery.
The Lake District Visitor Centre, Windermere, LA23 1LJ, United Kingdom
Visitor centerArchery rangeArt galleryGardenGift shopHistorical landmarkOutdoor activity organiserPlaygroundRestaurantNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Mini Travellers - Family Travel & Family Holiday Tips
6 Family Fun Adventures in Windermere | Lake District
"In collaboration with Cumbria Tourism, we had been lucky enough to be provided with tickets for some activities at Brockhole. Located a few miles from Bowness and on the way to Ambleside, Brockhole is an absolute gem of a day out for families. There is a real mix of activities on offer for all ages and although you have to pay for parking, there are lots of activities that are free to take part in (although you will be tempted by the abundance of activities on offer that you do need to pay for so be prepared!)."
Mentioned by Visit Cumbria
Things to Do in Windermere | Attractions & Places to Visit
"Brockhole, situated in 30 acres of gardens between Ambleside and Windermere, is the Lake District National Park Authority Visitor Centre. One of the most popular Windermere attractions, it has its own landing stage, tree top trek, boat and bike hire, shop, tea rooms….see all things to do here >>"
Mentioned by lakesiderailway.co.uk
Visitor Attractions | The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
"Take in the scenic views and gardens down to the shores of Windermere. Browse round the shop and treat yourself to something tasty in the café. The extensive gardens are a delight whatever time you choose to visit."
National Trust - Wordsworth House and Garden
National Trust - Wordsworth House and Garden
4.5 (468 ratings)4.5 (423 ratings)
Historic former home of Wordsworth, featuring period details, tours & educational programs.
Main St, Cockermouth, CA13 9RX, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsEducational sitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Cumbria & the Lakes
"The poet William Wordsworth was born on 7 April 1770 at this handsome Georgian house at the end of Main St. Built around 1745, the house has been meticulously restored based on accounts from the Wordsworth archive: the kitchen, drawing room, study and bedrooms all look much as they would have to a young William. Costumed guides wander around the house for added period authenticity. Outside, the walled kitchen garden was mentioned in Wordsworth's autobiographical epic The Prelude."
National Trust - Hill Top
National Trust - Hill Top
4.5 (1738 ratings)
Timed-ticket entry to Beatrix Potter's quaint, rural farmhouse filled with the writer's furnishings.
Near Sawrey, Ambleside, LA22 0LF, United Kingdom
Historical landmark
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Cumbria & the Lakes
"Two miles south of Hawkshead, in the tiny village of Near Sawrey, this idyllic farmhouse was purchased in 1905 by Beatrix Potter and was used as inspiration for many of her tales: the house features directly in Samuel Whiskers, Tom Kitten, Pigling Bland and Jemima Puddle-Duck, among others, and you might recognise the kitchen garden from Peter Rabbit. Entry is by timed ticket in order to manage demand, but you can't prebook, and it's very popular, so prepare to queue."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Lake District
"Children's author and illustrator Beatrix Potter (1866–1943), most famous for her Peter Rabbit stories, called this place home. The…"
Lake District National Park
Lake District National Park
4.8 (33844 ratings)5 (281 ratings)
Information on local travel and walking/cycling routes, with books/guides for sale and exhibitions.
United Kingdom
National parkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Devon 17 days itinerary
The Perfect Itinerary for a Road Trip in England
"The Lake District National Park is famous for being home to the Romantic poets, especially Wordsworth. It is said to have provided inspiration for a lot of his poetry – looking around, it’s easy to see why. The entire landscape is peppered with perfect cottages, fields full of daffodils, rolling mountains, and dazzling lakes. The panoramas in The Lake District National Park will leave you hankering for more."
Go Ape Grizedale (Treetop Challenge, Zip Trek, Segways, High Ropes)
Go Ape Grizedale (Treetop Challenge, Zip Trek, Segways, High Ropes)
4.8 (741 ratings)4.5 (649 ratings)
Adventure-activity chain venue where groups explore the forest canopy via a treetop rope course.
Go Ape, Grizedale, Ambleside LA22 0QJ, United Kingdom
Outdoor activity organiserNature & ParksParks
Crummock Water
Crummock Water
4.8 (124 ratings)4.5 (106 ratings)
Mountains encircle this scenic lake, which is a tranquil destination for walks, picnics & views.
Cockermouth, UK
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
Rothay Park - South Lakeland District Council
Rothay Park - South Lakeland District Council
4.7 (401 ratings)
1 Vicarage Rd, Ambleside, LA22 9DH, United Kingdom
Park
Mentioned by southlakeland.gov.uk
Ambleside and Grasmere parks
"Rothay Park is a popular park situated in the centre of Ambleside, it is surrounded by a dramatic landscape and offers a gateway to some of the most beautiful fells in the Lake District. The park provides lots of opportunities for play and relaxation for both residents and visitors of all ages and abilities, from a full size football pitch and children's play area to picnic benches, large grassed areas and natural rock outcrops."
Scale Force Waterfall
Scale Force Waterfall
4.7 (108 ratings)4 (28 ratings)
Unnamed Road, 0RU, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasWaterfalls
Lanthwaite Wood
Lanthwaite Wood
4.8 (35 ratings)5 (10 ratings)
Cockermouth, UK
WoodsNature & ParksForests

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Stonethwaite

Spicy Kitchen
Spicy Kitchen
4.1 (53 ratings)
7 Devonshire St, Penrith, CA11 7SR, United Kingdom
Indian takeawayFast food restaurantKebab shopPizza deliveryPizza Takeout
KFC Penrith
KFC Penrith
3.1 (1296 ratings)
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus wings & sides.
Bridge Ln, Penrith, CA11 8HW, United Kingdom
Fast food restaurantChicken restaurantChicken wings restaurantFried chicken takeawayTakeout Restaurant
Jan's Lakeland Sandwich Shop
Jan's Lakeland Sandwich Shop
4.7 (76 ratings)
12 Station St, Keswick, CA12 5HP, United Kingdom
Sandwich shopBreakfast restaurantFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Stonethwaite

Tarn Hows
Tarn Hows
4.8 (75 ratings)4.5 (1155 ratings)
Leafy, picturesque lake district popular with tourists & offering trails & picturesque views.
Ambleside, LA22 0PP, UK
LakeNature & ParksHistoric Walking AreasBodies of Water
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Cumbria & the Lakes
"Two miles off the B5285 from Hawkshead, a winding country lane leads to this famously photogenic artificial lake, now owned by the National Trust. Trails wind their way around the lakeshore and surrounding woodland – keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels in the treetops."
Derwentwater
Derwentwater
4.8 (261 ratings)5 (2581 ratings)
Bordered by fells & ancient woodlands, this 5-km.-long lake offers a network of footpaths & boating.
Keswick, UK
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
Windermere
Windermere
4.7 (942 ratings)4.5 (3633 ratings)
This large glacial ribbon lake features 18 islands, plus ferries & other boating activities.
United Kingdom
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Stonethwaite

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4.6 (489 ratings)
Refined property with country-style rooms, plus a restaurant & a spa with an indoor pool.
Lake Rd, Ambleside, LA22 9BX, United Kingdom
HotelBarFree parking lotIndoor lodgingIndoor swimming poolLeisure centreRestaurantSpa
Mentioned by romantichotels.guide
The 20 most Romantic Hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere
"With a picturesque location in Ambleside, Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection features a modern spaand a brasserie. There is free parking and spacious rooms with free WiFi and scenic views towards Wansfell. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa is set in a 17th-century building, and has a leisure club with a swimming pool, sauna, spa bath and steam room."
Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam
Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam
4.5 (393 ratings)
Exhibitions on boatbuilding & lakeside industry, plus heritage boat tours, at a small museum.
Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 1BN, United Kingdom
Visitor centerCafeEvent venueFunction room facilityHeritage museumHistory museumMuseum
The Kings Arms Hotel
The Kings Arms Hotel
4.2 (484 ratings)
Warmly styled rooms in an enduring pub with a cosy lounge bar, plus free Wi-Fi & breakfast.
Main St, Keswick, CA12 5BL, United Kingdom
HotelBarRestaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Stonethwaite

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YHA Borrowdale
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4.5 (142 reviews)
The Langstrath Country Inn
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$112.5 /night
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Scafell Hotel
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$54.75 /night
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