Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Portinscale

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Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Portinscale

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 originalcottages.co.uk
Top activities to do with the kids in Windermere this Summer
"Wray Castle is a Gothic castle situated on the north-west shores of Lake Windermere and is run by the National Trust. Your whole family can try sailing with taster sessions taking place on selected days through the summer holidays. They also offer self-led activities which include den building, skimming stones or making a daisy chain, which you can tick off the National Trust’s ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾’ list."
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 Lake District National Park
Things to do in Windermere
"Enjoy the famous adventure playground, paddle in the lake, and explore the fabulous Mawson designed gardens with good pushchair and wheelchair access. Hire a boat on the lake, with motor boats, rowing boats, kayaks and paddle boards for hire. Challenge yourself with archery, laser clay or inside caving."
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."
Kat's Kitchen
Kat's Kitchen
4.9 (163 ratings)
Warm vegan cafe with outdoor seating offering homemade cakes, sandwiches, coffee & snacks.
135 Main St, Keswick, CA12 5NJ, United Kingdom
Vegan restaurantBreakfast restaurantCafeCake shopCatererCoffee storeEspresso barIce cream shopVegetarian restaurant
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."
Mentioned by Devon 21 days itinerary
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"The Lakes District is all shimmering lakes and craggy hilltops which attract over 15 million people each year. The Yorkshire Dales on the other hand is about the snaking rivers running though valleys of rolling green hills. It’s the perfect place to spend a few days stretching the muscle’s on a long walk or two."
Hallin Fell
Hallin Fell
4.9 (61 ratings)5 (124 ratings)
Grassy Lakeland fell reaching 1,273 feet edged by Lake Ullswater & topped by a column of rocks.
Penrith, CA11 0JL, United Kingdom
Mountain peakOutdoor ActivitiesHiking Trails
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle
4.6 (2881 ratings)4.5 (1380 ratings)
Free entry to English Heritage stone circle thought to be 5000 years old, offering panoramic vistas.
Castle Ln, Keswick, CA12 4RN, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Cautley Spout
Cautley Spout
4.8 (143 ratings)4.5 (36 ratings)
A683, Sedbergh, LA10 5NE, United Kingdom
Scenic spotNature & ParksWaterfalls
Mentioned by Yorkshire Holiday Cottage Stay Inspiration
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"Cautley Spout is England’s highest above-ground waterfall, cascading 650 feet down the cliff face. Unlike Aysgarth Falls, you won’t find a car park on-site. Instead, you’ll need to start your walk from the village of Cautley."
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
Grasmere
Grasmere
5 (18 ratings)4.5 (404 ratings)
Cozy village featuring William Wordsworth's cottage, various shops, trail access & striking views.
Ambleside, LA22 9PR, UK
WaterSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks

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Copper Pot
Copper Pot
4.9 (179 ratings)
A rustic stone wall lines one side of this welcoming cafe for breakfast, sandwiches, snacks & cakes.
Church St, Ambleside, LA22 0BU, United Kingdom
CafeBarBreakfast restaurantCake shopCoffee shopRestaurant
Mentioned by Elder Grove
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"This popular little cafe, nestled on a side street in the heart of town, is a great place to relax and recharge while exploring all Ambleside has to offer. Slate walls and soothing tones provide the perfect backdrop to enjoy a freshly ground coffee made using Mr Duffin’s Coffee, locally roasted in nearby Staveley. Open for breakfast and lunch, as well as coffee and home baked cakes, there’s plenty of indoor seating as well as a small garden in which to enjoy those sunny Lake District days."
Mentioned by aroundtheworldwithher.com
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"A fairly new cafe in Ambleside, but quickly has become a firm favourite among locals and visitors. This cosy little cafe has cute decor and beautiful food. There are a few tables inside, dog friendly of course, and a little courtyard."
Ambleside Tavern
Ambleside Tavern
4.2 (661 ratings)
Old-school British tavern with a stone facade featuring locally sourced meals & cask ales.
4 Millans Park, Ambleside, LA22 9AG, United Kingdom
Pub
Mentioned by Sally's Cottages
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"With locally sourced food at a good price, and award-winning cask ales, The Ambleside Tavern has everything you could want from a food pub!. They also show a good selection of sports on the TV and have a pool table upstairs, so you can enjoy entertainment as well as a meal!. Find it on Millans Park."
Balance Of Bowness
Balance Of Bowness
4.3 (41 ratings)
All-day Mediterranean and English dining in a light-flooded room with vast floor-to-ceiling windows.
Lake Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BJ, United Kingdom
RestaurantBar

Best Spas in Portinscale

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4.1 (646 ratings)
Circa-1900 property offering refined quarters & dining, plus a spa, a pool & 2 jetties.
Newby Bridge, Road, Windermere, LA23 3LR, United Kingdom
HotelRestaurantSpaWater sports equipment rental serviceWedding venue
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Hotels With Lake Views In Windermere, UK - Updated 2021
"Landscaped gardens, a spa center, and comfortable rooms are part of what makes up the Beech Hill Hotel & Spa. The spa on site here has a heated indoor pool, a sauna, steam room, and an outdoor pool. The hotel restaurant contributes to the feel of luxury and convenience."
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
4.1 (910 ratings)
Cosy, lakeside hotel offering a warm restaurant & a bar, plus a spa, a boat dock & an indoor pool.
23 Church St, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3DF, United Kingdom
HotelConference centerEvent venueRestaurantSpaSpa and health club
Mentioned by romantichotels.guide
The 20 most Romantic Hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere
"On the shores of Lake Windermere, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spahas an award-winning restaurant, a beauty spa and scenic views. Windermere centre is a 20-minute walk away. With 2 AA Rosettes, the restaurant serves a modern menu featuring quality local produce and organic ingredients."
North Lakes Hotel & Spa
North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4.4 (1099 ratings)
Informal hotel offering contemporary rooms, plus a casual restaurant, a spa & an indoor pool.
Ullswater Rd, Penrith, CA11 8QT, United Kingdom
HotelConference centerEvent venueRestaurantSpaWedding venue

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Portinscale Area

Honister Slate Mine
Honister Slate Mine
4.6 (258 ratings)4.5 (1244 ratings)
England's last working slate mine, offering underground tours & several different climbing routes.
Honister Pass, Keswick, CA12 5XN, United Kingdom
MineSights & LandmarksOutdoor activity organiser
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Cumbria & the Lakes
"This old slate mine has been reinvented as a centre for all kinds of activities: you could venture underground into the bowels of the old 'Edge' and 'Kimberley' mines, tackle a via ferrata, or climb inside the mine along a system of fixed cables, tracing the route followed by the slate miners. A tour into the 'Cathedral' mine runs on Friday by request, but you'll need eight people and it costs £25 per person."
The Bridge House
The Bridge House
4.5 (344 ratings)4 (329 ratings)
Tiny, whimsical 17th-century stone house, open for visits, on a bridge over Stock Beck River.
Rydal Rd, Ambleside, LA22 9AN, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Ambleside (Cumbria, England
"Sitting above Stock Beck next to Rydal Road, Bridge House may be the whole region’s most photographed landmark. Like all of Ambleside this adorable, narrow dwelling is constructed from local slate and has been owned by the National Trust for nearly a century after it was bought and donated by a group of local residents. The Bridge House dates from the 17th century, when it was used as an orchard storehouse, and has since been a mill counting house, chair-maker’s workshop, cobbler’s shop, tearoom and a family home packed with as many as eight people."
Brougham Castle
Brougham Castle
4.5 (644 ratings)4.5 (178 ratings)
13th-century riverside castle with passages and spiral staircases to explore, plus valley views.
Moor Ln, Penrith, CA10 2AA, United Kingdom
CastleSights & LandmarksHeritage buildingHistorical landmarkAncient RuinsHistoric Sites

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