Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Colthouse

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Colthouse

Lakes Aquarium
Lakes Aquarium
4.1 (2064 ratings)4 (798 ratings)
Aquarium with freshwater and marine life, featuring an underwater otter tunnel and stingrays.
Lakeside, Newby Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8AS, United Kingdom
AquariumNature & ParksCafeGift shop
Mentioned by Mini Travellers - Family Travel & Family Holiday Tips
6 Family Fun Adventures in Windermere | Lake District
"The Lakes Aquarium on the southern shore of Windermere is ‘home to hundreds of amazing creatures, showcasing wildlife from the Lake District as well as more exotic species from around the world’. Children can access a quiz as they explore and there are a variety of different attractions such as tanks at different levels, a tunnel to walk ‘under the lake’ and our personal favourite, the leaf cutter ants…here you were able to watch a colony of ants in action as they transported food and leaves from one end of their tank to the other. The aquarium (like with many aquariums) can be a quick visit if you have a small person who tears from exhibition to exhibition but you can easily keep wandering back too."
Mentioned by Visit Cumbria
Things to Do in Windermere | Attractions & Places to Visit
"From diving ducks to piranha, the aquarium houses native aquatic wildlife and more exotic species. Another of the most popular Windermere attractions, there’s also gift shop and a choice of restaurants. Located on Lakeside Pier where the boat and steam train trips call in….things to do here >>"
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Lake District
"On the quayside at the southern end of Windermere, this excellent aquarium has wildlife and waterside exhibits. One highlight is an underwater…"
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 Visit Cumbria
Things to Do in Windermere | Attractions & Places to Visit
"One of the best rainy day places to visit in Windermere for families, Wray Castle is a rambling mock-Gothic castle with masses of indoor and outdoor space. Things to do include dressing up, giant foam brick building & a Peter Rabbit experience. On the shore of the lake, it’s great for sunny days too ….more things to do here >>"
Mentioned by ivythwaitelodge.co.uk
Close Attractions - Ivythwaite Lodge, guest house in Windermere
"Wray Castle is a Victorian neo-gothic building at Claife in the English county of Cumbria. The house and grounds have belonged to the National Trust since 1929, but the house has only recently opened to the public on a regular basis."
National Trust - Fell Foot Park
National Trust - Fell Foot Park
4.6 (1467 ratings)4.5 (369 ratings)
Family-friendly spot with cafe and space/facilities for games, picnics, swimming and boating.
Newby Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8NN, United Kingdom
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by lakesiderailway.co.uk
Visitor Attractions | The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
"Situated on the opposite shore of Lake Windermere to Lakeside Station, Fell-Foot National Trust park offers breath-taking views of Lake Windermere and the fells at the north end of the lake. During the summer season a ferry carries foot-passengers from Lakeside over to Fell-Foot where you can enjoy an ice-cream or picnic on the sweeping Victorian lawns while watching the boats and soaking in the atmosphere. Rowing boat hire is available, as well as an adventure playground for children."
Mentioned by ivythwaitelodge.co.uk
Close Attractions - Ivythwaite Lodge, guest house in Windermere
"Fell Foot Park is situated on the south shores of Lake Windermere just off the A592 and in the care of The National Trust. The Victorian park is open daily with its eighteen [18] acre grounds that have been restored to its former glory in which you will see in spring and early summer displays of daffodils and rhododendrons. The park in winter is open with limited facilities."
Mentioned by Lake District National Park
Things to do in Windermere
"This Victorian park, restored to its former glory, offers substantial access to the lakeshore, where there are leisure facilities. Fine picnic areas, a cafe and rowing boat and kayak hire make it an ideal day out for families."
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."
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."
Scale Force Waterfall
Scale Force Waterfall
4.7 (108 ratings)4 (28 ratings)
Unnamed Road, 0RU, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasWaterfalls
Loughrigg Fell
Loughrigg Fell
4.9 (111 ratings)5 (513 ratings)
Popular hilltop hiking trail offering sweeping views of area ridges, valleys & Lake Windermere.
Ambleside, LA22 9HQ, United Kingdom
Mountain peakNature & ParksHistoric Walking AreasMountains
Ambleside Roman Fort
Ambleside Roman Fort
4.2 (558 ratings)4 (118 ratings)
Set amid quiet farm fields, this area provides the remains of a Roman fort built in the 2nd century.
Ambleside, LA22 0EN, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHeritage buildingPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Ambleside (Cumbria, England
"Metres from Windermere’s northern shore is an archaeological site for the Roman fort of Galava, founded towards the end of the 1st century. This stronghold defended the intersection of three Roman roads, heading off to Ravenglass and Carlisle on Hadrian’s Wall to the north, and Papcastle to the west. The remains date from the 2nd or 3rd century, when it appears that the fort was demolished and reconstructed."
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
Lanthwaite Wood
Lanthwaite Wood
4.8 (35 ratings)5 (10 ratings)
Cockermouth, UK
WoodsNature & ParksForests

Best Spas in Colthouse

Lakes Hotel and Spa
Lakes Hotel and Spa
4.5 (754 ratings)
Refined retreat with free Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking, plus an indoor pool and British restaurant.
Lake Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3HH, United Kingdom
HotelRestaurantServiced accommodationSpa
Mentioned by romantichotels.guide
The 20 most Romantic Hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere
"Our hotel is perfectly situated with views of Lake Windermere, just a short stroll from the bustling village centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and the boats that travel the length of Windermere, making it easy to visit Ambleside, Brockhole, Wray Castle and Lakeside without a car. The Lakes Hotel & Spawas previously called the Burnside Hotel & Spa. The hotel has some of the best on-site facilities in the area, half of the rooms with hot tubs on private balconies, an on-site spa with poolside seating and a bar, stylish restaurant and cocktail bar, bike hire, wakesurfing and paddleboading."
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
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa
4.5 (957 ratings)
Traditional-style rooms in a lakeside lodging with a watersports centre, plus a children's club.
Ambleside Rd, Windermere, LA23 1LP, United Kingdom
Resort hotelBarBritish restaurantGymHotelMarinaMassage spaSpaSpa and health clubSwimming pool
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Hotels With Lake Views In Windermere, UK - Updated 2021
"It is located right on the shores of Windermere, offering a range of activities. The traditional restaurant allows guests to eat any time of day while admiring views of the lake. There is a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and full fitness studio."
Mentioned by englishlakes.co.uk
Food & Drinks | Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa
"Afternoon Tea at Low Wood Bay is a quintessentially traditional experience. Served within the delightful surrounds of either The Windermere Restaurant or Buckley room."

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Colthouse

Trattoria
Trattoria
4 (730 ratings)
Italian dishes in a cheery place with a vine arbour ceiling, full-length windows and outdoor tables.
51-52 Quarry Rigg, Lake Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3DU, United Kingdom
Italian restaurantPizza restaurantPizza 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
The Picnic Box, Ambleside Hot and Cold Food
The Picnic Box, Ambleside Hot and Cold Food
5 (39 ratings)
1 Lake Rd, Ambleside, LA22 0AD, United Kingdom
Sandwich shopCake shopCatering food and drink supplierFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Top Best Restaurants in Colthouse

Fellinis Restaurant
Fellinis Restaurant
4.7 (450 ratings)
Church St, Ambleside, LA22 0BT, United Kingdom
Vegetarian restaurantMediterranean restaurantRestaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Sarah Thain
The Best Vegan Restaurants & Cafes in Ambleside
"Owned by the same people as Ambleside Manor, Fellinis offers vegetarian fine dining with a modern twist. Expect decadent risotto, comforting pastry dishes and some classic puddings that have been veganised. We didn’t actually manage to eat here but we’ll definitely be back to try it, as everyone I’ve spoken to has given it rave reviews."
The Kingfisher
The Kingfisher
4.6 (522 ratings)
77 Main St, Keswick, CA12 5DS, United Kingdom
Fish and chips takeawayRestaurant
Mentioned by Gastroranking
The best restaurants in the neighbourhood of Keswick North West
"You get some good fish and chips, can’t ask for much more especially when the staff was so helpful (my husband couldn’t make up his mind so went with the staffs choice). I would say however that the curry source was the worst I’ve ever tasted, I’m not from around here, so maybe that’s just how they like it in Cumbria (watery) not sure. Either way it didn’t ruin the meal or experience."
Mentioned by Things To Do
Top 10 restaurants in Keswick, United Kingdom (UK)
"77 Main Street, Keswick CA12 5DS, EnglandTakeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs AvailableSeafood, Fast Food, British, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner01-76-87-73106"
Siam Cafe Windermere
Siam Cafe Windermere
4.3 (562 ratings)
Traditional Thai cuisine, including curries, chicken satay & pad thai, in a casual, intimate space.
5 Grosvenor Terrace, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BS, United Kingdom
Thai restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Sally's Cottages
The Best Places to Eat in Bowness and Windermere
"Excellent and authentic Thai food is what's on offer at House of Siam. Take a break from the UK and go on an Asian taste-journey in this welcoming restaurant with its vaulted ceiling and beautiful decor. Location: Grosvenor Terrace Lake Road, Bowness-on-WindermereContact: 015394 22412"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Colthouse

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Cobblestone Cottage
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Mountain Escape
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Skelwith Bridge Hotel
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