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Meet Peter Rabbit and Mrs Tiggy-winkle
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Family friendly Tea Room and world-famous gift shop
Experience a little bit of Beatrix Potter magic, whatever the weather!
www.hop-skip-jump.com
T: 0844 504 1233
A lovingly crafted day out Discover the beauty and craftsmanship of this stunning Arts & Crafts house, with stunning lake views. Elevate your day at Blackwell, Bowness-on-Windermere. Contemporary Craft Shop - Tea Room - Free parking Adult Gift Aid admission £8.00 - Children Free lakelandartstrust.org.uk for more information
Tel: 01539 552206 www.gilpinbridgeinn.co.uk
Bridge End, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8EP, England
Lazy Daisy’s Lakeland Kitchen “eat, drink, enjoy”
Local restaurant, local food. Breakfasts from 8am to 12 noon Open 7 days a week 8am – 9pm. alcohol license
Mid week meal deals. 2 courses for £10. Available from Mon to Fri 12 noon to 6pm www.lazydaisyslakelandkitchen.co.uk
31-33 Crescent road Windermere Cumbria LA23 1BL Tel: 015394 43877
W O N D E R F U L LY UNCONVENTIONAL QUINTESSENTIAL ST YLE PURVEYOR OF AUTHENTIC QUALIT Y AND EXQUISITE GOOD TASTE Market Place, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 9BU Tel: +44(0)15394 32497 www.rushambleside.co.uk
FELL FOOT PARK
Picnic areas, children’s activities, lake access, adventure playground & boat hire.
Newby Bridge, Windermere, LA12 8NN t • 015395 31273 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk
WORLD OF BEATRIX POTTER ATTRACTION
Explore an enchanting world where all 23 of Beatrix Potter’s magical tales are brought to life. Bowness-on-Windermere
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Old Laundry, Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3BX t • 0844 504 1233 - w • www.hop-skip-jump.com
Meet Peter Rabbit and Mrs Tiggy-winkle Step into the Peter Rabbit™ Garden Free activity book for kids
WINDERMERE CANOE & KAYAK
The Lake District’s only dedicated paddle-sport retailer offering sales and hire.
NEW interactive Virtual World of Beatrix Potter™ Family friendly Tea Room and world-famous gift shop
Experience a little bit of Beatrix Potter magic, whatever the weather!
The Boathouse, Ferry Nab Road, Windermere, LA23 3JH t • 015394 44451 - w • www.windermerecanoekayak.com
NATIVE KNOWLEDGE TOURS
Family run Tour company offering day Hikes in & around Cumbria, Lancashire & Yorkshire.
Anywhere you want picking up from & taking to. t • 07930228512 - w • www.nativeknowledgetours.com
TREETOP TREK
Exciting challenges for all ages. “Swing through the trees. Zip with a breeze!”
Brockhole visitor centre, Windermere, LA23 1LJ t • 015394 47186 - w • www.treetoptrek.co.uk
BRATHAY TRUST
The Brathay Windermere Marathon is always on the lookout for runners, volunteers and sponsors.
Brathay Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, UK, LA22 0HP t • 0844 225 3100 - w • www.brathay.org.uk
RIVER DEEP MOUNTAIN HIGH
Fun, friendly adventures. Booking essential.
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Lowick Old School, Near Ulverston, LA12 8EB t • 015395 28666 - w • www.riverdeepmountainhigh.co.uk
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DOVE COTTAGE & THE WORDSWORTH MUSEUM Discover how Wordsworth lived and explore his inspirational home.
Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH t • 015394 35544 - w • www.wordsworth.org.uk
WRAY CASTLE
Bring your imagination to this exciting Victorian, gothic-style castle.
Low Wray, Nr Ambleside, LA22 0JA t • 015394 33250 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wray-castle
TOTAL ADVENTURE
Experienced & Qualified guides offering first class, friendly experiences in the outdoors!
The Boathouse, Ferry Nab Road, Windermere, LA23 3JH t • 015394 44451 - w • www.total-adventure.co.uk
LAKELAND MOTOR MUSEUM
A fascinating display of road transport heritage to enthral all ages.
Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow, Ulverston, LA12 8TA t • 015395 30400 - w • www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk
CN WATERSPORTS
Premier watersports centre in the North West.
Pine Lake Resort, Carnforth, LA6 1JZ • 01524 733377 • www.cnwatersports.co.uk
LAKELAND CLIMBING CENTRE
Fun climbing and aerial activities for all the family at our award winning Centre.
Unit 27, Lake District Business Park, Kendal, LA9 6NH t • 01539 721766 - w • www.kendalwall.co.uk
BREWERY ARTS CENTRE
Cinema, Theatre, Art Gallery.
Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE t • 01539 725133 - w • www.breweryarts.co.uk
WITHERSLACK EQUESTRIAN
Probably the best horse riding experience in the Lake District!
Witherslack Hall Farm, Witherslack, Grange over Sands, LA11 6SD t • 015395 52244 - w • www.witherslackridingschool.co.uk
GREENLANDS FARM
Enjoy our open farm, artisan village and Wellies cafe. A fun day out for the whole family!
Tewitfield, Carnforth, LA6 1JH t • 01524 784184 - w • www. greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk
‘Grasmere’ by Robert Heckingbottom
SWEET STUFF
Cafe, Ice Cream Parlour with over 20 flavours, Sweet Shop, Gifts, Takeaway. Free Wifi
30 Main Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1DY w • www.sweet-stuff.co.uk  @tweetsweetstuff
GREENLANDS FARM
Enjoy our open farm, artisan village and Wellies cafe. A fun day out for the whole family!
Tewitfield, Carnforth, LA6 1JH t • 01524 784184 - w • www. greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk
LAZY DAISY’S
fresh home cooked Breakfasts, Lunch Lazy Daisy’s Delicious & Dinner plus the best hot & cold Desserts. Lakeland Kitchen
31-33 Crescent Road, Windermere, LA23 1BL t • 015394 43877 - w • www.lazydaisyslakelandkitchen.co.uk
LAMPLIGHTER DINING~ROOMS Real Ales and Delicious Home-cooked food.
High Street, Windermere, LA23 1AF t • 015394 43547 - w • www.lamplighterdiningrooms.com
GILPIN BRIDGE INN
Family run Inn full of character, serving fantastic food.
Bridge End, Levens, Nr Kendal, LA8 8EP t • 015395 52206 - w • www.gilpinbridgeinn.co.uk
LOW SIZERGH BARN
We are a working farm with trail, tea room, craft galleries and farm shop.
Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, LA8 8AE t • 015395 60426 w • www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk
THE FARMERS ARMS
A traditional lakeland Inn nestled in the heart of Portinscale.
Portinscale, Nr Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RW t • 01768772322 - w •www.farmersarms.net
RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE CAFE Tuck into a delicious selection of home-cooked meals in this award-winning cafe.
Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW t • 01524 701601 - W • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
MASONS ARMS
A wonderful, atmospheric Lakeland Inn overlooking the beautiful Winster Valley.
Strawberry Bank, Cartmel Fell, Grange over Sands, LA11 6NW t • 015395 68486 - w • www.masonsarmsstrawberrybank.co.uk
AT THE LAKELAND CLIMBING CENTRE
Enjoy delicious handmade cakes, sandwiches CREAMERY CAFE & soups. Fresh tea & coffee, juice and snacks. MERY CAFE Unit 27, Lake District Business Park, Kendal, LA9 6NH
t • 01539 721766 - w • www.kendalwall.co.uk
THE SWINSIDE INN traditional Lake District Inn offering great SWINSIDE Afood, accommodation and panoramic views. Newlands Valley, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UE INN t • 017687 78253 - w • www.theswinsideinn.com
TEA ROOM AT BLACKWELL HOUSE
A breathtaking Arts & Crafts historic home exuding craftsmanship from every room.
Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JT t • 015394 46139 - w • wwwlakelandartstrust.org.uk
QUAKER TAPESTRY KENDAL
Museum, Café & Shop. Café open year round, Exhibition open Apr-Dec. Children FREE.
Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BH t • 01539 722975 - w • www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk
THE HOT MANGO CAFE
The place to meet, eat and drink “the best coffee in town”.
27 King Street, Ulverston, LA12 7DZ t • 01229 584866 - w • www.thehotmangocafe.co.uk
BREWERY ARTS CENTRE
Funky café, pub and tapas restaurant. The Brewery serves food and drink for every taste.
Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE t • 01539 725133 - w • www.breweryarts.co.uk
BRANTWOOD - JUMPING JENNY RESTAURANT Lunches & Cakes available all day. ‘the best food in The Lakes’-The Times
Brantwood, Coniston, LA21 8AD t • 015394 41715 - w • www.jumpingjenny.com
Greenlans Farm, Carnforth
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BEATRIX POTTER ATTRACTION
A magical journey through the life and work of Beatrix Potter just a hop, skip and a jump away. GREAT PETERisRABBIT Bowness-on-Windermere Open 10 am - 5.30 pm, 7 days
EGG HUNT, CragEASTER Brow, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3BX from Thursday t • 015394 8844421st- wApril. • www.hop-skip-jump.com Peter Rabbit Day Sunday May 1st.
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Discover how Wordsworth lived and explore his inspirational home.
Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH t • 015394 35544 - w • www.wordsworth.org.uk
WRAY CASTLE
Bring your imagination to this exciting Victorian, gothic-style castle.
Low Wray, Nr Ambleside, LA22 0JA t • 015394 33250 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wray-castle
LAKES AQUARIUM
Discover creatures from local lakes and seas, plus otters, piranha, marmosets and more!
Lakeside, Newby Bridge, LA12 8AS t • 015395 30153 - w • www.lakesaquarium.co.uk
BRATHAY TRUST
The Brathay Windermere Marathon is always on the lookout for runners, volunteers and sponsors.
Brathay Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, UK, LA22 0HP t • 0844 225 3100 - w • www.brathay.org.uk
KENTMERE POTTERY
Producing fine, handmade, multi-fired English enamels.
Sawmill Cottage, Kentmere, Nr Kendal, LA8 9JJ t • 01539 821621 - w • www.kentmerepottery.co.uk
BRANTWOOD
Enjoy the historic home of Ruskin, with gardens & estate, events & exhibitions.
Brantwood, Coniston, LA21 8AD t • 015394 41396 - w • www. brantwood.org.uk
BEATRIX POTTER GALLERY
Immerse yourself in Beatrix’s travels around Britain in a new exhibition of original artwork & diary extracts.
Main Street, Hawkshead, LA22 0NS t • 015394 36355 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk
HILL TOP HOUSE
Beatrix Potter’s 17th-century farmhouse: a time-capsule of her life.
Hill Top: Near Sawrey, Hawkshead, Ambleside, LA22 0LF t • 015394 36269 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hill-top
THE LAUREL & HARDY MUSEUM Museum dedicated to Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy.
Brogden Street, Ulverston, LA12 7AH t • 01229 582292 - w • www.laurel-and-hardy.co.uk
ARMITT MUSEUM
A unique combination of museum, art gallery & library devoted to Lakes cultural heritage.
Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BL t • 01539 431212 - w • www.armitt.com
QUAKER TAPESTRY KENDAL
Museum, Café & Shop. Café open year round, Exhibition open Apr-Dec. Children FREE.
Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BH t • 01539 722975 - w • www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk
RYDAL MOUNT
Historic home and gardens of William Wordsworth from 1813 - 1850
Rydal Mount, Ambleside, LA22 9LU t • 015394 33002- w • www.rydalmount.co.uk
RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE
Go wild on nature trails & events, visit our superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.
Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW t • 01524 701601 - w • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
BLACKWELL, THE ARTS & CRAFTS HOUSE
A breathtaking Arts & Crafts historic home exuding craftsmanship from every room.
Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JT t • 015394 46139 - w • wwwlakelandartstrust.org.uk
BREWERY ARTS CENTRE
Cinema, Theatre, Art Gallery.
Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE t • 01539 725133 - w • www.breweryarts.co.uk Rydal Mount, Ambleside
GRASMERE CHOCOLATE SHOP
Luxury handmade chocolates and unique Lake District Gifts.
2 Old Coach House, Stock Lane, Grasmere, LA22 9SL t • 01539 435483 - w • www.chocolatecottage.co.uk
PETER RABBIT & FRIENDS ™
Official Peter Rabbit & Friends™ Shop in the heart of Beatrix Potter’s™ Lake District.
Old Midland Bank, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3EF t • 015394 88115 - w • www.rabbitrabbitgifts.co.uk
PETER RABBIT & FRIENDS ™
Official Peter Rabbit & Friends™ Shop in the heart of Beatrix Potter’s™ Lake District.
DOVE COTTAGE & THE WORDSWORTH MUSEUM
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The Square, Hawkshead, LA22 0NZ t • 015394 36003 - w • www.rabbitrabbitgifts.co.uk
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Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH t • 015394 35544 - w • www.wordsworth.org.uk
FRESH JEWELLERY
Manufacturers of freshjewellery.co.uk and cyclingjewellery.co.uk made in Cumbria.
Brian Fulton Ltd, PO Box 114, Keswick, CA12 4WZ t • 017687 79798 - w • www.freshjewellery.co.uk
POPPI RED
A scrumptious tearoom and delightful shop full of lots of treats for you.
Poppi Red, Main Street, Hawkshead, LA22 0NT t • 01539 436434 - w • www.poppi-red.co.uk
TODDS OF KENDAL
The Lake District’s largest retailer of country wear and equestrian clothing and supplies.
Bridle Nook, Mintsfeet Road North, Kendal, LA9 6LZ t • 01539 724311
RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE SHOP Everything you need to help give nature a home where you live.
Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW t • 01524 701601 - W • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
WINDERMERE CANOE KAYAK The Lake District’s premiere water sports store.
Ferry Nab Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JH t • 015394 44451 - w • www.windermerecanoekayak.com
RUSH CLOTHING
Purveyor of authentic quality and exquisite good taste.
Market Place, Ambleside, LA22 9BU t • 015394 32497 - w • www.rushambleside.co.uk
QUAKER TAPESTRY KENDAL
Museum, Café & Shop. Café open year round, Exhibition open Apr-Dec. Children FREE.
Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BH t • 01539 722975 - w • www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk
BLACKWELL, THE ARTS & CRAFTS HOUSE
A breathtaking Arts & Crafts historic home exuding craftsmanship from every room.
Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JT t • 015394 46139 - w • wwwlakelandartstrust.org.uk
Join the Fun!
BEATRIX POTTER ATTRACTION
A magical journey through the life and work of Beatrix Potter just a hop, skip and a jump away. GREAT PETERisRABBIT Bowness-on-Windermere Open 10 am - 5.30 pm, 7 days
EGG HUNT, CragEASTER Brow, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3BX from Thursday t • 015394 8844421st- wApril. • www.hop-skip-jump.com Peter Rabbit Day Sunday May 1st.
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Fashion accessories, Gifts and Homeware.
91-93 Stricklandgate, Kendal, LA9 4RA t • 01539 737169 - w • www.room19kendal.co.uk
LOW SIZERGH BARN
We are a working farm with trail, tea room, craft galleries and farm shop.
Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, LA8 8AE t • 015395 60426 w • www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk
KENTMERE POTTERY
Producing fine, handmade, multi-fired English enamels.
Sawmill Cottage, Kentmere, Nr Kendal, LA8 9JJ t • 01539 821621 - w • www.kentmerepottery.co.uk Poppi Red, Hawkeshead
Brockhole Visitor Centre
High rope adventure for the whole family. Open all year. Windermere, LA23 1LJ.
015394 47186
www.treetoptrek.co.uk
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High Street Windermere LA23 1AF 015394 43547 located in the heart of Windermere, offering great Traditional British food using the very best in seasonal produce from throughout Cumbria. Home-cooked dishes at their best, complemented by wonderful surroundings and fabulous customer service. Consistently excellent, the locals choice for over 21 years!
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Quaker Tapestry Kendal Museum, CafĂŠ & Shop Discover stories of railways, revolutions and remarkable people. Lots for all ages to do. CafĂŠ open year round. Exhibition open: April - December, Monday - Saturday. Children go FREE. Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BH 01539 722975 www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk
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Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum
You can enjoy lots of family friendly ways to explore Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum. Tour the cottage with our family friendly guides. Journey through the past with an Explorer Suitcase. Get stuck in to hands-on learning in our new Family Activity Room. Take part in FREE family activities during the school holidays. For more information have a look on our website (www.wordsworth.org.uk) or call us on 015394 35544.