Attractions
Hayes Garden World
For those with green fingers a visit to Hayes would be very enjoyable, trading for over 150 years, Hayes can provide for all your gardening needs. It also has a super café overlooking the whole site with views towards the Lake and Loughrigg.
Tel: 015394 33434
Web: www.hayesgardenworld.co.uk
Rheged
Learn about Cumbria’s dynamic history, from Ice Age to Stone Age, Romans to Dark Age’s. Watch some of Rheged’s giant movies in the environmentally friendly grass covered buildings, let the kids run off steam in the play areas & have a bite to eat in the café’s - a truly different day out.
Tel: 01768 868000
Web: www.rheged.com
Holehird Gardens
Leased by the Lakeland Horticultural society, the gardens are open to the public Year round. Kept entirely by volunteers the gardens provide a beautiful setting to spend a quiet afternoon among the plants in any season.
Tel: 015394 46008
Web: www.holehirdgardens.org.uk
Levens Hall & Gardens
Levens Hall is an Elizabethan mansion built around a 13thC Pele tower : world famous topiary gardens, fountain garden and buttery, licensed restaurant and gift shop.
There is a living willow labrynth; children's play area in the historic topiary garden with challenging climbing and slides for children under 12 years and picnic tables for families.
Tel: 015395 60669
Web: www.levenshall.co.uk
Hutton in the Forest
Historic medieval pele tower with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC additions. Fine collections of furniture, ceramics, tapestry and portraits and is still a private residence. Walk around the wonderful walled garden which are still surrounded by a medieval forest, you could spend all day at this historic house.
There are varied outdoor summer events - Plant and Food Fair, open air Shakespeare, Potfest in the Park and Horse Trials.
Tel: 017684 84449
Web: www.hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk
Lakes Aquarium
A real family treat -See creatures from the lakes of the world along with those a little closer to home. From otters and diving ducks to marmoset monkeys and British sharks and rays.
Incredible walk-through underwater tunnel, home to the breath taking diving ducks! Don't miss the world's first virtual dive bell where you can discover just how fast a crocodile can swim!
Tel: 015395 30153
Web: www.lakesaquarium.co.uk
Lakeland Motor Museum
The fascinating Lakeland Motor Museum nestles in the picturesque Leven Valley, at Backbarrow, close to the southern tip of Lake Windermere.
A diverse and unique road transport collection of some 30,000 exhibits assembled over a period of almost 50 years is thoughtfully displayed alongside many non-motoring additions, in a beautiful riverside setting.
Tel: 015395 30400
Web: www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk
Whinlatter Go Ape!
Highest Go Ape in the country at 360 metres above sea level with fantastic views. A great idea for a day out in the North Lakes (and home to Bassenthwaite ospreys), this is Go Ape at its most untamed. Ride the zip slides through skies, over water and in England’s only true mountain forest and we’re sure you’ll love the spectacular views. Min Age: 10 years.* Min height: 1.40m/4ft 7. Max weight 130kg/20.5 stones * Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 0845 643 9215
Web: www.goape.co.uk
Eskdale Railway (The Ratty)
Lakeland’s spectacular steam railway, 7 miles of stunning scenery from the Lake District’s only coastal village to the grandeur of the Eskdale Valley.
Tel: 01229 717171
Web: www. ravenglass-railway.co.uk
Skelwith Force - The River Brathay
The cottage is located on the banks of the river Brathay with its own private access and fishing rights.
The stretches of the Brathay around Clappersgate and Skelwith Force are popular with canoeists.
Skelwth Force is a popular attraction and is located just a few hundred yards from the cottage. It is most impressive after heavy rain
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The Lake District
The Lake District National Park is famous for its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife and cultural heritage. But what makes it different from Britain's other National Parks?
The Lake District Features:
Cool, clear lakes, tarns and rivers
Ancient woodlands
Diverse landscape
Wealth of wildlife
Opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities
Peace and tranquillity
Rich archaeology
Celebrated cultural traditions
Find out more
Cool, clear lakes, tarns and rivers
Ancient woodlands
Diverse landscape
Wealth of wildlife
Opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities
Peace and tranquillity
Rich archaeology
Celebrated cultural traditions
Find out more
Within the cottages guest book there are many favourable comments
recording the guests experience’s during their stay.
Below are a small selection of them.
“We’ve been so comfortable and content. What a lovely setting.”
Mr & Mrs H, North Yorkshire
"Lovely cottage, superb location with lots of walks from the door. Conservatory is excellent for sitting in.”
Mr W, Great Yarmouth
"Have stayed in many places in the lakes, Craghill has to be one of the best. Cottage was spotless on arrival, very cosy and welcoming.”
Mrs A, Chester Le Street
recording the guests experience’s during their stay.
Below are a small selection of them.
“We’ve been so comfortable and content. What a lovely setting.”
Mr & Mrs H, North Yorkshire
"Lovely cottage, superb location with lots of walks from the door. Conservatory is excellent for sitting in.”
Mr W, Great Yarmouth
"Have stayed in many places in the lakes, Craghill has to be one of the best. Cottage was spotless on arrival, very cosy and welcoming.”
Mrs A, Chester Le Street
Book Today!
Craghill Lake District Holiday Cottage is the perfect location for a romantic retreat or family break. Situated close to Ambleside and with excellent connections to all of the Lake District
we are sure you will love a warm and cosy stay.
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