Explore the Lake District


Why not check beaches nearby as we have 25 beaches in Cumbria. You can even take a look at our list of Cumbria dog friendly beaches or even our United Kingdom Blue Flag beach list.

The Lake District Cumbria Coast Map

The Lake District Cumbria Coast Search Bar

Where would you like to go? Use our search bar to search across all our local listings, ideal for finding that nearest spot to visit:

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Want some ideas on where to visit?

Every favourite location must be visited for the first time. Want some ideas, why not check out the below small selection of coastal locations, including beaches, activities, things to see and do, and places to stay and eat:

Coniston-Water

Coniston Water

Coniston Water is the third largest lake in the English Lake District, Cumbria. The lake is five miles long by half a mile wide, has a maximum depth of 184 feet, and covers an area of 1.89 square miles. The lake has an elevation of 143 feet above sea level and it drains to the sea via the River Crake. Read more…
History and heritage

Ambleside Roman Fort

Ambleside Roman Fort, remains of 2nd-century fort with large granaries. Read more…
Things to see and do

Little Langdale

Little Langdale, a lakeland valley with spectacular mountain scenery, tarns and waterfalls. Read more…
History and heritage

Brantwood

Brantwood offers a fascinating insight into the world of John Ruskin who spent the last 28 years of his life at Coniston. The house retains the character of its famous resident with many fine paintings, beautiful furniture and Ruskin’s personal treasures. With its many contemporary exhibitions, concerts, courses and special events, together with its education work in the wider community, Brantwood continues Read more…
Things to see and do

Townend

Townend is a 17th-century Lake District stone and slate house, former home of a wealthy farming family. Read more…
Things to see and do

Hardknott Roman Fort

Hardknott Roman Fort ruins is square with rounded corners, 114 metres long externally, or 105 metres internally, the rampart wall being about 1.7 metres thick with ditches adding to the total width of the rampart. The low walls of the fort were “restored” some years ago, a slate course showing the height of the walls before their rebuilding. The outer Read more…
Castlerigg-Stone-Circle

Castlerigg Stone Circle

Castlerigg is perhaps the most dramatically sited of all British stone circles, with panoramic views and the mountains of Helvellyn and High Seat as a backdrop. It is also among the earliest British circles, raised in about 3000 BC during the Neolithic period. Limited parking is available at the site and a good option is to walk from Keswick to Read more…
History and heritage

Beatrix Potter Gallery

The Beatrix Potter Gallery is a gallery run by the National Trust and situated in a 17th-century stone-built house in Hawkshead, Cumbria Read more…
Things to see and do

Grizedale Forest

Grizedale Forest Park offers a fantastic day out for the whole family with walking and mountain biking. The park occupies a central location within the Lake District National Park within an area of spectacular scenery. More details: www.forestry.gov.uk Read more…
Things to see and do

Ravenglass Roman Bath House

Ravenglass Roman Bath House (also known as Walls Castle) was once part of a 2nd century Roman fort and naval base. All that remains are the walls. Read more…
Things to see and do

Hill Top

Hill Top is a small 17th-century farmhouse where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous children’s stories. Read more…
Sports

Askham Outdoor Swimming Pool

Askham has two pools, the main pool is 20m long with a qualified lifeguard on duty and the second for smaller children. The pools are set within half an acre of green space bordered by trees. There is also a kiosk selling tasty ice creams and snacks. Read more…
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