There is so much to do within one of the biggest County's in the Country.
Whatever your favourite past time, there will be something that takes your interest in this wonderful part of England.
No doubt about it, there is more than enough to choice from in order to fill your days to the brink!

Ravenglass And Eskdale Railway 'Steam To The Hills'...mini steam railway taking in amazing scenery along the longest line -7miles, twice as long as that of the nearest heritage railway. Fantastic day out. www.ravenglass-railway.co.uk South Lakes Wild Animal Park 'The ultimate interactive animal experience'...Be hands on with Giraffes, Kangaroos, Lemurs and more...All sorts of wild animals are on show at this top attraction! www.wildanimalpark.co.uk Windermere Lake Cruise Cruises from Lakeside, Bowness or Ambleside. Enjoy BBQ Cruises, Buffet Cruises, Private Cruises. Daily sailings throughout the year. www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk The World Of Beatrix Potter Attraction The only official Peter Rabbit attraction in the UK. Even more to see and do than ever, following a recent refurbishment. All 23 of Beatrix Potters Tales are brought to life. See life size sculptures of all the characters. www.hop-skip-jump.com Blackwell The Arts & Crafts House...Built in the 1898-1900 era, Blackwell is one of Britains finest and most important houses from the turn of the last century, situated overlooking Lake Windermere. Original furnishings and features make this a must for the historical type. www.blackwell.org.uk Aquarium of the Lakes Britains unique freshwater aquarium features: Mischevious otters, Amazing diving ducks, Underwater tunnel, British sharks, Mini mammals, Menacing pike, Giant carp, Childrens quiz trail, Daily talks, Family friendly. www.aquariumofthelakes.co.uk Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway One of the last Furness railway branch lines. Enjoy an historic steam jouney. Fun for all who come along. Fill your appetite in The Station Restaurant. www.lakesiderailway.co.uk Wordsworths Lake District The Adventurer...The Lover...The Rebel...The Poet... Discover the history and culture of a man who was one of England's finest poets. www.wordsworthlakes.co.uk Grizedale Forest Park Walking and Cycle trails for all abilities. Visitor/Information Centre and shop. The North face mountain bike trail, bike hire and shop. Go Ape high ropes adventure, Adventure Playground, Education Service, Sculptures throughout the Forest...and much more! www.forestry.gov.uk/grizedalehome Cumberland Pencil Museum The Cumberland Pencil Museum is the only attraction in the world devoted exclusively tot he rich and fascinating history of the pencil. Also includes The 'World of Colour' Shop for a wide range of pencil products www.pencils.co.uk Honister Slate Mine Fully guided tours deep underground, The last working slate mine in England, Lake District life - the past, present & future, See Buttermere & Westmorland green 'gold' crafted into Honister roofing slate. Free factory trail. Free visitor centre. Free Tea & Coffee. Free Parking. www.honister.com Trotters World of Animals Hundreds of animals in a breath taking North Lakes setting. Amazing birds of prey flying display. Indoor soft play area. Tea room picnic sites and gift shop. Daily animal encounters. www.trottersworld.com Holker Hall & Gardens 'Everything that makes Cumbria so beautiful...in one magnificaent estate' View stunning gardens and natural delights. www.holker-hall.co.uk Ullswater Steamers A jouney on an Ullswater 'Steamer' remains the perfect way to experience and enjoy England's most beautiful lake. www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk Beckstones Art Gallery Est. 1970's. Beckstones has earned a reputation around the world for exhibiting high quality original paintings by a hand-picked selection of the finest contemporary artists in the United Kingdom. www.beckstonesartgallery.co.uk Hutton In The Forest Lord & Lady Inglewood's Historic Home & Gardens... Beautiful old family home with original gardens, Arts and fittings. www.hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk The Alpaca Centre Unique palce to visit and view Alpacas. Also find a shop and Just Wood Gallery, along with a coffee shop. www.thealpacacentre.co.uk Lakeland Motor Museum View all sorts of historic motors, as well as a full size detailed replicas of the 1935 Bluebird car, Bluebird K4 & the famous 1967 jet hydroplane Bluebird K7. www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk The Puzzling Place The Lake Districts most unbelievable visitor attraction. Fight with your senses in the anti-gravity room, Be amazed as our optical illusions and illusionary artwork baffle you, Unique collection of over 80 holograms, Explore the world of optical illusions on our interactive computer modules www.puzzlingplace.co.uk Eden Ostrich World Rare breeds including Zebroid, Pets corner and large indoor petting area, Riverside walk, Picnic areas, Adventure & pre-school play areas, Outdoor maze, Tea room & gift shop, The hayloft Gallery, Heated indoor soft play www.ostrich-world.com The Lake District Coast Aquarium At Maryport. A captivating display of native marine and freshwater species. Interactive ray pool. Small sharks. Congers. Rock pool. Rays. Seahorses. Harbourside Cafe. Radio control boats. Gift Shop. Crazy golf. Water Blasts. Adventure playpark. www.lakedistrict-coastaquarium.co.uk Sellafield Visitors Centre 'Theres always something new to experiment with!' With exciting science workshops, interactive exhibits and plenty of hands on fun, Sellafield Visitors Centre is a great day out for budding scientists of all ages! www.go-experimental.com Millom Folk Museum Wxperience the fascinating unique history of Millom. Thousands of artefacts from Millom's bygone past. www.millomfolkmuseum.co.uk RAF Millom Museum Full of historic RAF artefacts. www.rafmillom.co.uk The Dock Museum A unique building in a stunning coastal setting built within a Victorian dry dock. The museum tells the story of Barrow and its rapid growth from a small farming village in the early nineteenth century, to a town famed throughout the world for its industrial production and innovation. www.dockmuseum.org.uk West Coast Indoor Karting Cumbria's Premier indoor karting centre... Choice either Practice sessions, Shootout, Grand Prix, Monaco, Daytona, Le Mans, Endurance... Great day for the active! www.westcoastkarting.co.uk Cumbrian Heavy Horses Clydeside and Shire 'heavy horse' riding experience in the Lake District. www.cumbrianheavyhorses.com The Custom House Includes: Lazer Zone, a multi-level darkened arena with effects, lights, heart pounding music & fog. Play Zone, a massive 3 storey structure of adventure play and softplay. Also enjoy the Cafe, Restaurant & Bar. www.funshineindoors.co.uk Esthwaite Water Trout Fishery Year round fishing on the largest stocked lake in the North West. www.hawksheadtrout.com The Gincase Award winning farm attraction. Situated in a quiet and beautiful location, enjoy the Farmhouse Tearoom, Craft Barn, Gallery and Farm Park. www.gincase.co.uk Lakeslate Jewellery Designed and handmade by John Fletcher. From fine cuts of Lake District slate into Jewellery. www.lakeslate.co.uk Lakeland Sheep & Wool Visitors Centre An indoor attraction giving you a chance to go face-to-face with Cumbria's most famous residents www.sheep-woolcentre.co.uk Whitehaven Marine Adventures Eco trips exploring the Lake District coast, something for everyone, fun, thrills and wildlife. www.whitehavenmarineadventures.co.uk Murthwaite Green Trekking Centre A family run riding holiday and pony trekking centre located within the Lake District National Park. www.murthwaitegreen.co.uk Dunningwell Hall Statues, water features, ponds, pet cemetery, bunny run, art gallery...an interesting little place just up the road from the resort. www.dunningwellstatues.co.uk Dalemain Historic House & Gardens A family home since 1679. Now you can enjoy the period features and 5 acre garden. www.dalemain.com Farfield Mill Arts & Heritage Centre...Experience unique arts & crafts, journey into the past. www.farfield.org Senhouse Roman Museum Part of the Hadrian wall world heritage site. The largest collection of Roman Altars from a single site in Britain. www.senhousemuseum.co.uk Wetheriggs Designermakers All sorts of things...'creativity in action'...artists at work, delicious home prepared food, hands on activities. www.wetheriggs-pottery.co.uk Derwent Water Marina Sailing, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Mountain Walking, Ghyll Scrambling, Climbing, Abseiling, Raft Building, Multi Activity Days. www.derwentwatermarina.co.uk Wildlife Oasis See some true wildlife at this fun for all attraction. www.wildlifeoasis.co.uk