Heritage
6 Things to do in Grasmere in the Rain
Being the wettest county in England, we’re used to getting rained in Cumbria. Luckily, there's enough to do in Grasmere if it is miserable!
Visit a castle in the Lake District
Everyone loves a castle, right? From ramshackle ruins to still lived-in magnificence, Cumbria has its fair share of impressive fortifications
Things to do in the Lake District for families
Summer sees the Lake District at its busiest and its buzziest with lots to do and see, perfect for all the family. Come and visit, see for yourself!
Buckstones Jump and other treasures of Grasmere and Rydal
Hidden treasures in and around Grasmere and Rydal. What about some of Grasmere and Rydal’s lesser known delights?
Beatrix Potter in the Lake District
Beatrix Potter – author, illustrator, farmer, sheep-breeder, naturalist, mycologist, conservationist, business woman, legend.
Hidden treasures in around Troutbeck and Staveley
Hidden treasures in around Troutbeck and Staveley. It could be argued that the real hidden gems are the villages themselves.
Things to do in Hawkshead to avoid the crowds
We’ve been having a nose around our beautiful county and have put together a list of the hidden gems of Hawkshead
Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit the Lake District
We’ve compiled a list of the most common queries below, but if there’s anything else you want to know, we’re always happy to help
Discover the English Heritage Sites of The Lake District
Historic places to visit in the Lake District. Here’s our rundown of eight historic places to visit on your next trip.
Celebrating 6 Traditional Cumbrian Foods
From Cumberland Sausage to Kendal Mint Cake, our county has a rich culinary heritage, so no visit to the Lake District is complete without trying some (or all) of the tasty delights on offer.
Literary Lakeland – 7 Authors inspired by the Lake District
7 writers inspired by the Lake District Here's our round up a few of our favourite writers to inspire you to visit the beautiful Lake District.
Quiet places to visit near Keswick
Things to do in Keswick. Explore the hidden treasures in and around Keswick. Here are a few of our favourite hidden gems for you to discover.