Huge lake and you'd love the cruise here as there are very differing sights to see and click. The commentary on the cruise boat is also very informative. We took a sunset cruise and it was just gorgeous! Also, being summer time the weather was very pleasant.

Stunning lake area, first time ive been for 30 years. Very commercial these days, so expect it to be busy and of course pricey. Ariel views from my drone.

Don't miss this place, if you visit or live in the UK! An amazing spot in the North of England! Acceible with train and bus, and appropriate for family and kids.

Amazing views, defo recommend for sightseeing and you can book (both online and in-person) boat trips for you and your family which was so fun and cheap as well!

Had a great day at windermere. If you are ever in the area nearby definitely make the drive to windermere its so beautiful and there is so many shops

Beautiful view. Definitely try boat ride for seenic pics. Great nature feeling. Few different Boat ride depend on distance, we opted for longest one , so it took almost 90 min to complete. Few was amazing but felt little bit bored due to duration. Boat ride was amazing. Literally felt like lost in green nature. Parking options were many.

A must-see area of the Lake District. (The ferry crossing is convenient and would save drivers nearly 45 minutes of traversing to get across the lake.)

I love wast water (been visiting it since I was a child) because it’s generally a lot less busy than the other lakes my parents didn’t do crowds. And due to it being less flooded with tourists I think you are better able to fully embrace the unique natural serenity and beauty of Lake District. However it can seem to hang on to the clouds and gloom when the weather isn’t great and can be a touch oppressive.

Breath taking place! Wild and beautiful! Not many travelers, just enjoy the pure nature and relaxing!

Stunning! Can get quite busy, but worth a visit for sure. Not far from walks up and near Scafell Pike, so definitely worth a stop off for a cuppa with a view. A bit further along the road is the main carpark for Scafell Pike walkers, free for National Trust members.

Amazing glacial lake, shrouded in low lying clouds on the morning we visited.ideal kayaking spot.

Around this area Wast Water roads are pretty good. A little suitable parking on the road over looking the Scree Slopes. Spoilt a little by some drivers parking length way's instead of facing the lake. Beautiful view up the lake with hills and Scarfell.

Arrive early, sunrise if possible, to see this place in all of its wild but tranquil beauty.

Many Many Many cars. Many Many people. Narrow road with too many cars. Cars jammed. Don’t go here at holiday. Luckily the scene is good. Beautiful lake, especially in sunny days.

Fantastic acts always at the Beggars. In the last couple of months we have been to the Neil Diamond and Frankie Valli tributes and they were both fab. Thanks Jackie and team.

Great little venue for a wide range of entertainment. Jackie and her team work really hard to organise and execute events for the community. They are really good at it too. I was at the China Crisis concert on this occasion. Fantastic night. Thank you 😺😺

Excellent night at the beggars watching the Comedy Store acts. Hilarious 😂. Great venue. Cosy table set up. Great choice at the bar. As usual, Jackie and her staff brilliant 👏. Only mess up we made was buying our tickets from Ticketmaster. They were great, don't get me wrong, but the beggars theatre don't actually get a cut of it. Would rather, had we known, supported a local business 🙈

Fab night out seeing The StraitsUk. Brilliant group and Jakki and her team as welcoming and great as ever. Just love this venue

Brilliant time with the grandchildren today at the Beggars Theatre watching Luca on the big screen. Reasonable priced tuck shop extremely friendly staff. We have enjoyed every visit. Well done to Jackie and all the staff. Keep it going. Thank you.

One of Cumbria and the Lake District's hidden gems. Jackie gets some amazing acts who perform in an intimate venue providing an amazingly personal experience. A place not to miss whether your a local or just here on holiday.

A fantastic venue, certainly a hidden gem. Some fantastic acts on in an intimate atmosphere. Always very friendly staff.

Came here for the distillery tour! We had a fantastic time. It was great to learn new stuff and the drink tasting was amazing. Stopped at the cafe for lunch. Some amazing choices for gluten free food as well as the regular food. Reasonably priced too!

10/10 experience! The location, the tour, the spirits, the atmosphere, the staff and premises! Everything was 100% spot on! Would recommend to anyone who is a fan of gin, vodka, whiskey or just the alchemy behind it all! Our tour host Janice was outstanding. Wish I wasn't so far away, it would be a regular go to! A very well received distillery, set in the stunning Lake District 🫶

Loved this tour today, this is a fairly young distillery, they started producing gin and vodka so they had an income stream until after their first run of whisky, the tasting was great and the guide was very knowledgeable. Bought a few bottles.

Took the tour which was well worth it. Our guide (didn't get their name) was very knowledgeable and at the same time kept it 'real'. It was good to see the transformation from a disused dairy farm to the wonderful distillery today. The tasting was good and enabled sampling of whisky, gin and vodka. Highly recommended.

I had the most fantastic tour of the Kakes Distillery. Janice took me round and she was brilliant! I can highly recommend the tour and their products. The Equinox whisky is superb. Thank you for such a brilliant tour and time.

Fantastic place. The staff were all friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The tour is great and you get a whisky, vodka and gin taster at the end. The shop is very nice and has a great selection of whisky, gin and vodka. It's all immaculate. The bistro is also on site although I found it expensive, for what I got. A beef sandwich at £13.50 which was one slice of sourdough with a bit of beef. Nice but not value for money. Anyway the whisky tour was my thing and it was great. Plenty of on site parking and in a beautiful setting. Credit to the staff and owners who set this up, well done.

Wonderful experience from start to finish. A really informative and interesting tour of the distillery followed by a tasting session. The staff are friendly and made the tour fun. Good to see the process and taste the end results. Shop was good, bought a few bottles to take home. Recommend this to anyone.

A brilliant hike within walking distance from Keswick. As a ‘larger’ man, hill walking and hiking are not my speciality but Catbells provided a good mix of inclines which allow for plenty of rests if needed. The views of Derwentwater are great and the different routes to the summit provide choices for hikers.

Very recommend this hike if in Keswick. At one point seemed a but steep climb , but keep going , the views will not disappoint. Took me 1.5 hours to complete

A must-do, and perfect for families! The views are absolutely stunning — and the promise of ice cream at the end kept my kids motivated all the way. It can get busy, but everyone we met was friendly and respectful. The loop is about 3.5–3.7 miles with around 1,200 feet of elevation gain. It’s demanding but absolutely doable with a steady pace. Just be sure to bring plenty of water!

Elite, tier 1, lingering loveliness. Catbells is a stunning wee hike. Don’t front on it. Mix it up with a lakeside amble followed by a pint or three at the Swinside Inn makes for one almighty afternoon

Great views. Walked and returned from Keswick with Sid the Border Terrier. Little bit of easy scrambling. Descended via old quarry and along Newlands Valley.

If you're not very fit it's hard work but worth it for the breathtaking views. You need to take water and wear proper footwear. It's not as long a walk as it seems but it is a steep incline. I went on a Sunday when it was 20°c and it was very busy. Parking was very easy and £5 for the day, but it was on a field (bear this in mind if you're in a 2 wheel drive car in bad weather!). Easy walk down to Derwent water for a picnic, walk, or a swim if you're brave enough.

It was our first family hike. You need to be at certain level of fitness to do it. It is family friendly but at times it can be dangerous. I would highly recommend to have hiking sticks. It helps massively. Especially towards the end. At slow pace you can make to the top and go down in 3 hours

Beautiful place is derwent water i came here for a wild camp with my dog and had a great time. I did repair a couple of firepits someone had left. Have some respect for our beautiful outdoor space.

Beautiful place this with lots to do and enjoy clean fresh air. We walked around the Lake and it is a splendid area to stroll around.

We walked around the lake and it took roughly 7 hours. To be able to take your time and really enjoy the scenic points, I'd recommend 9 hours. You could get a boat across if you have people with you who aren't able to do the whole walk. The views around the lake are incredibly beautiful and worth taking some time to explore or relax.

Derwent Water : A Lakeside Escape from Keswick. 📍Lake District 🌊 Just outside the town of Keswick, Derwent water offers a scenic lakeside trail along the waymarked Derwent water Walk, this trail is surrounded by parks, mountains and breathtaking scenery. Families love gathering by the shore to feed the ducks, feed available for just 50p. Book a scenic boat trip (boat hire) at the Keswick Launch ticket office. 🍦 Treat yourself at nearby ice cream parlours and restaurants dotted along the route. Start your walk through Crow Park and Hope Park, then follow the trail to Friars Crag, one of the Lake District’s most breathtaking viewpoints. Don’t miss the bench overlooking the lake, a perfect photo spot with panoramic views. 🚙paid parking available nearby

Would have loved to be in a canoe today, water was so still and peaceful... lots of wildlife to see also .Wow !

Stunning!! Absolutely stunning! Visited late November. The leaves were off the trees so the views were spectacular! It's an easy 9.5 mile walk round. Clear paths. Very little climb and no styles. Short walks on roads. We went on a Wednesday, the weather was bright but cold. Lovely and quiet although I can imagine it gets very busy on weekends and holidays . Kettle well car park is National Trust so it is free to park for members. Lovely coffee van about a mile from St Mary's hotel.

Went a walk around derwentwater at the weekend.. It says 10 miles ,but my watch said nearer 14 miles .. Great views of the water and mountains.. It's all on the flat, so an easy walk ,.. There are plenty of places to grab a cuppa and cake on route ..

This is the View from the Field above the Lake. Next Door to the People's Theatre : An Entertaining Visit To Make! The Lake is full of Activity : Viewed from the Grassy Take Mound. Take Your OWN Chair though : AsThere's NO Seating Found.

Saw Di and Viv and Rose. Fantastic piece of theatre in a brilliant setting. Love this theatre. I have been several times when visiting Keswick and it never disappoints.

Beautiful little theatre, an easy walk from the town or by car there is a large car park. Everyone is extremely friendly, there is a nice bar and the seats were comfortable with leg room, however the arms on the seats are quite narrow if you are a large person. Overall my wife and I had a great night watching a superb show.

My husband, toddler and I spontaneously stopped by while on a trip to the lake. Although 2 hours and 30 mins of Pride and Prejudice (and so brilliantly performed) isn’t an ideal activity for a toddler to sit through, the staff were incredibly accommodating and inviting. An anxiety inducing turned into a memorable experience.

Plentiful and reasonably priced parking adjacent to this lovely theatre. All bar one of the staff were extremely polite and helpful. We bought tea (rock n' roll) prior to the show but unfortunately it was luke warm at best. At over £3 each I expect better. The main 400 seat auditorium has great visibility from just about every seat, although the seat width is on the "snug" side and leg room on some rows is testing for anyone of six feet or more. Despite the few negatives I enjoyed my visit and will definitely be returning.

Fabby-tantasssstic. As a star war fan, who can take,or leave Pride&Prejudice. Wife bought a family of 4 to watch the show.. I can honestly say it was AAAAMAZING. As well as i surrounded theatre which have never experienced, all the actors and show was 1st class , would def go watch again.

Wizard of Oz first night! Absolutely brilliant! Small cast! Big impact! Thoroughly enjoyed the show! Congratulations to everyone involved you all smashed it x

To pay less than 14.00 for a Nana and three kids is amazing value! Staff are really friendly and helpful, and the inevitable “exit through the shop” is very parent friendly. The exhibits are brilliant, we had lots of fun, laughs and education! Thank you!

It was a very wet day in Keswick so we decided to visit the Puzzling Place. Such fun and a great learning experience as well, a fabulous, fun way to spend an hour.

Brilliant place, excellent value. We'd spent about sn hour in there but it was quiet so no waiting (or watching other people) Hilarious and very clever with lots of interactive displays with some nice science. Nice big rooms and probably the best gift shop ive ever been in!

Brilliant place to visit great value for money we all loved it

Great fun and dog friendly. Very good value, especially for the Lakes. Would definitely book tickets beforehand as it seems a very popular place and was not accepting walk-ins when we arrived.

The Puzzling Place is a brilliant, mind-bending attraction that’s full of fun and surprises. Every room is packed with clever illusions and exhibits designed to trick your eyes and challenge your perception. It’s one of those places where you can’t help but laugh and marvel at how easily your senses are fooled. Great fun for both kids and adults alike — a perfect mix of education and entertainment that leaves you seeing the world a little differently when you walk out!

100% worth a visit. I normally never give things 5 stars for "value for money", but this place is well worth the £4.75 admission. Should have the prices in the Door way, cos I can imagine many people just walking past thinking it will be typical lakes prices. Highly recommended.

The Blackpool Comedy Carpet was fantastic during my visit, especially with the Christmas events adding to the charm! There were plenty of rides and food stalls to enjoy. However, parking was very difficult, which was a bit frustrating. Overall, a great experience with a festive vibe!

It's worth ten minutes of your time to check out the catchphrases and punchlines to pick out the ones that might bring back a memory, although it has to be said that some have aged better than others! It's a shame really that Google have allowed so many irrelevant holiday photos to swamp this listing which means you have to scroll through dozens of random photos to pick the ones that are actually of the Comedy Carpet. Why do people think anyone is interested in their holiday? I'm certainly not so keep your holiday photos to yourself and stick to posting photos of the Comedy Carpet instead.

Excellent installation to celebrate the British Comedy scene from the music hall days to current times. Lots of quotes to read & to giggle at and to try & recall where they are from. Absolutely inspired

A lovely piece of artwork, quotes and tributes to comedians, located in front of the Tower is beautiful. I love the way it has grown in size over the years, the additions of several things like the word BLACKPOOL in lights and the dragons; to mention a few. It is a very nice addition to Blackpool's places of interest.

Me my mum and nieces done the trinity glow walk and it was brilliant raised 3000 pounds for charity 👏🏻 it was first time and I done the 2.5 mile walk we done it quite quickly

Great names of comedians of all time

It's so funny remembering the sketches and shows all these lines came from. I loved looking at the comedy roll of honour on the edge of the carpet. Location is great. Great views of the tower and the beach. Love love love

We only visited the arcade at the very beginning of the pier.. but the boys loved the games and we visited more than once.. we would obviously retuen and plan to venture further down the pier next time.

A fun pier to explore, it has a lot of cool features. The views back towards Blackpool and out to sea are both great. Well worth a visit, especially on a sunny day.

Lovely attraction lots of history and great views. There is a carousel and an inflatable for children and cafes and bars towards the end of the pier.

Blackpool itself has changed so much and unfortunately it appears Blackpool is more a hen/stag party place. Ten o'clock in the morning and nobody on the sea front. Sad really. The big ride attractions are currently no longer in action due to financial problems, I think this was one big pull before driving through the lights. So without one the other not going to do well

Went to see Crissy Rock on the north pier small venue but very good up close and personal

Classic pier. One of three. This one has a theatre at the end. Amusements, bars, games and rides. Always worth having a stroll and a look around.

Wonderful pier spent a little bit of time there with my son this afternoon theres a couple of nice bars and a couple of shops. Great views nice for a stroll and relax .

I went to the Grand Theatre in Blackpool last week for the first time to see a show. Grease the musical was absolutely amazing with brilliant actors and actresses along with wonderful music. Also outstanding choreography demonstrated throughout the whole performance to a very high standard. The main painted ceiling of the Grand Theatre in Blackpool is also very stunning and well worth seeing. In all a brilliant show and very well priced tickets for this particular show. I would most definitely recommend this show and theatre to anybody who is visiting Blackpool or the surrounding area.

Beautiful looking theatre. I took my wife and kids to watch Cinderella pantomime. Staff was lovely, show was amazing Drove up from Kent and spent the weekend in Blackpool and went here for one evening. Very nice building

This venue is an outstandingly beautiful theatre, I have not been here many time but have had the privilege to see areas in the building I could ever have imagined I would get to see. Have been to many theatres in London where I am originally from but this place to me is extremely special, has so many years of history, performances, acts and artist, it is really quite something else. The architecture inside and out is also to be admired, beautiful building. Top Recommendation, definitely go see a show!

Lovely Matcham designed theatre in the centre of Blackpool. More character than more modern theatrical venues. Good sight lines. I sat halfway back in the stalls and could see the stage clearly. I'm tall and had enough leg room to be comfortable. Beautiful decor; traditional with a lovely, ornate painted ceiling. If you are going to a long show (2 hours plus), you might want to take a cushion as the seats have little or no padding.

Fantastic theatre - kept close to the original features this fab theatre is so lovely and a perfect place for a show.

Great intimate venue for watching a show. Drinks and food reasonably priced. Lots of original features on show

Beautiful building, lovely theatre. Staff are extremely polite, friendly & professional. Overall a very nice theatre.

Did the Venue Tour on Wednesday. Guide was so informative and engaged. Really enjoyed seeing round the complex and hearing about its history. We finished the tour with optional Afternoon Tea which was really nice. Would highly recommend this tour.

Open spacious art deco style ballroom.. very run down and could do with a lot of work to bring back to former glory. Used as events soace. Had a craft market on when I visited. Some beautiful.aspects and tbe building itself is really lovely..Just needs some TLC. Still can get a great shot or have a nice time inside. Toilets and number of entrances. Building inside is pretty cold.

Once you are inside this is a great venue, full of history. Great views of the entertainment and comfortable seating. The exterior could do with a lick of paint but the real letdown is the surrounding area (not the fault of the venue of course!), not a nice location to walk through to get there but don't let that put you off!

Great night watching The INSPIRAL CARPETS and OCEAN COLOUR SCENE classic songs 🎸🎤🎶

I was there for line dancing. It was amazing. Great floor, great music. It's a beautiful venue. They only draw back was in the bar it was card only.

Lovely old venue but just some notes. Watched BGT auditions and we were sat in the circle - no view of the Judges or Judges table from row G where we were seated unless we stood up. The sound from all microphones was particularly muffled/low. Only 5 ladies toilets 100s of seats so always at least a 10 mins wait at a time, plus there are 5 steps inside the ladies toilets to go up before reaching the toilet stalls.

Went to the gin and rum festival well worth it 👌 sampled some great alcohol so many choices , the band was great and atmosphere 👌 😀

Castlerigg Stone Circle – A Mystical Gem of the Lake District! Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the most atmospheric and awe-inspiring places in the Lake District — a site that beautifully blends ancient history, mystery, and natural beauty. Perched on a hilltop surrounded by breathtaking views of the mountains, this prehistoric stone circle is believed to date back more than 4,000 years, making it one of the oldest in Britain. Standing among the stones, you can truly feel the sense of timelessness and connection to the past that makes this place so special. The panoramic views from Castlerigg are absolutely stunning — the circle is set against a backdrop of Helvellyn, Blencathra, and other Lakeland fells, creating a magical atmosphere, especially during sunrise or sunset. It’s a peaceful, open site with no entry fee, easy to reach by car, and only a short walk from the parking area, making it accessible for visitors of all ages. What makes Castlerigg so memorable is its simplicity — just nature, history, and pure serenity. The site isn’t commercialized, allowing visitors to experience the raw beauty and mystery of the stones without distractions. It’s an excellent spot for photography, quiet reflection, or just taking in the stunning 360° landscape. Whether you’re interested in archaeology, spirituality, or simply want to enjoy one of the most scenic viewpoints in the Lake District, Castlerigg Stone Circle is an absolute must-visit. A place that stays with you long after you leave — calm, mysterious, and endlessly beautiful. 🌄🪨✨

Castlerigg Stone Circle in Lake District is a significant monument in Lake District which is approximately from 3000 BC. It consists of 38 stones, probably kept for religious ceremonies, astronomical observations, or a social gathering place. Its situated on a hill near Keswick that was formally preserved as an ancient monuments in 1883. It's surrounded by mountains on three sides that offers breathtaking view. Visited it as part of day trip. Highly recommend a visit to this monument

Magical place with 360° views of the surrounding beauty...the stones standing proud and unfathomable....but the guide from English Heritage gave us some idea of the current theories!! Older than Stonehenge so more stories to tell but accessible and free plus lovely sheep share the field with you and the stones. There is free parking on the access road and a cafe just down the road with all the facilities you could need😋☕!! Truly a detour well worth making and really a shame to miss it if in the area🐑✨☺️xx

Visited Castlerigg Stone Circle for the 2nd time - it is absolutely stunning. The views are breathtaking in every direction — wide open landscapes, and a sense of history that adds to the atmosphere. It’s a peaceful, memorable place to visit and well worth the stop.

An interesting place to visit. Even on a weekday it was quite well visited. We caught the bus and walked up. Patience required to get a photo with no people. Some information boards at the field margin. Careful where you put your feet, sheep keep the grass under control! Commanding views all around no doubt a reason for it to be situated here.

It's free which is always a plus and it was lovely to visit. The view is lovely but we went on a day where the weather turned so it was largely grey and rainy, but still very atmospheric. It's not far at all to the local town as well as the nearby lake. There were quote a few people visiting at the same time but just waiting about 10 minutes and they dispersed so we got some pictures without groups of people in them.

Interesting place, older than Stonehenge. No charges and free parking on the road(if you can find a space). Worth the visit if for no other reason but to admire the fantastic views of the mountains all around.

You can imagine Beatrice in all the rooms and outside sitting in her garden. Full of things she loved and the stories she wrote, the house is big (lowish ceilings) and interesting but lots of visitors make the rooms seem small. Dog friendly, a few benches in her garden to enjoy a picnic or a drink\bite from the mobile cafe, toilets down a step. 2hrs parking is ample for looking round, so arrive a few minutes before your booked time, check in and collect your token for the house. Book and gift shop plus a house had cake for £2 and another a few plants for sale.

Beatrix Potters beloved farmhouse. You need to book car working if visiting here via the National Trust website. It’s a nice way to spend and hour reminiscing on the books you had in childhood. Beatrix used the farmhouse and local area as inspiration for her famous children’s story books. You see story boards around the side demonstrating this. The house is interesting with lots of the original contents on display. These are refreshments, toilets and a shop on the site.

My visit to Hill Top was a cherished return after 25 years, and it was just as magical as I remembered. It was a joy to walk through Beatrix Potter's gardens and home, which truly sparked my imagination. I was especially excited to find a Peter Rabbit book for my grandson, a perfect memento of the visit. ​The grounds are pet-friendly, which was great for our group. However, dogs are not allowed inside the house itself, so we took turns visiting to make sure everyone got a chance to see it. ​The views and the small village are incredibly quaint and charming. I highly recommend stopping at the pub located between the car park and the property entrance—it’s a great spot. ​A major tip for visitors is to book your tickets online in advance. We purchased our tickets the day before and got the last two available spots for the entire day. I would have been so disappointed to have traveled all the way to the Lake District and not gotten in! We booked the last time slot at 2:30 PM, and it seemed to have the fewest crowds, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

The main attraction here is to be in the same spaces that Beatrix Potter occupied and see how those spaces inspired the writing of some of her books. Having copies of those books open and available at points through the house was a nice touch which added an extra level of understanding to the place. The mice hidden throughout the house to find also added to the visitor engagement in a way that seemed to fit well with the general feel of the place. If you are not a Beatrix Potter fan (but you're other half is perhaps?) then do not fear. There is plenty of interest here for the tag along visitor too. The house holds its own as a purely historical attraction, and the garden areas surrounding the house are also noteworthy. The gift shop just before the exit is well stocked and the staff were welcoming and helpful. Some exclusive items here that can only be bought at the shop itself. They are not cheap but I would imagine a dedicated fan will not be deterred by the larger numbers involved.

Lovely place, well looked after by the national trust with almost all the original furnishings. So interesting to see more about Beatrix's life. Got the ferry across from Bowness and walked up, a bit of road walking at times but a beautiful walk.

The house is beautifully set for visitors to see how Beatrix Potter lived and worked. The garden is just as I imagined. Beatrix Potter did so many good things for children with her books and pictures. Her work with people in the Lake District helped to keep it looking wonderful for generations to enjoy. I am so glad the NT takes so much care of Hill Top. Thanks to Joey’s for the yummy coffee.

We precooked tickets as NT members but still had to queue in the hot sun for 20 minutes to go in so I'm not sure why you need to book! The house is small but definitely worth a visit. The garden is very pretty with a small coffee bar. It is a very steep walk from the Lakeside ferry but there are beautiful views to take your mind off of the climb!

Beautiful setting and dramatic building. The castle was closed today for renovation but still nice grounds to walk through and activities for the kids to do. Had food and drinks in Joeys cafe. Good food with a nice indoor seating area. The outdoor seating area feels a little like a corridor and a bit squashed. Good sand friendly service in the cafe.

Absolutely stunning castle and location at Ambleside on the shores of Lake Windermere. I dropped by for Heritage Open Day in September initially to see the church, and decided to explore some of the grounds and exterior of the castle whilst there. The last section of the approach road is narrow and windy, as you would expect in the Lake District. There is a car park, but it does have limited capacity. You'll most likely need cash for the parking machine, free for National Trust members. I struck lucky with the information kiosk at the car park being open where the staff accepted card payments. You can get a ferry across from Bowness-on-Windermere to the Boat House at Wray Castle. There's a café and toilets up at the castle that are accessible. Make sure you check out accessibility for the route you choose. It was such a beautiful day the skies really showed off the stunning architecture of Wray. The grounds are vast and absolutely worth having a good look around. There are plenty of signposted walks, including along the lakeside. Plenty of wildlife, too. I must go back when the castle's renovations are complete to look around inside.

A stunning castle in a breathtaking lakeside setting. The grounds are beautiful for walking, with lovely views over Lake Windermere and plenty of space to explore. The castle itself is very impressive from the outside, and the interior has an interesting history connected to the National Trust and Beatrix Potter. Great spot for families, picnics, and photos. The café is a nice bonus, and the staff are always welcoming. A wonderful place to visit for both history lovers and those who simply want a scenic day out.

The castle was under renovation so we couldn’t go but there is a nice lake side sitting area at a short walk. There are walking trails as well. There is a cafe and toilet facilities. There is parking which is free if you’re a National trust member. Nice views from the castle entry area.

Great view over Windermere- easy navigation around the paths. With a nice spot for a cuppa……! Just a shame it’s Closed so couldn’t see inside!

Great place to visit with walks around the castle. Some parking. Cafe and toilets. You can get there by ferry from Ambleside. It doesn't cost anything to visit. There is a charge for car parking. Nice place for walks .

Off to Wray Castle from Ambleside on the launch amazing views as you cross Windermere. Wray Castle grounds are an absolute delight with so many walks along the lakeside, with some amazing views over to The Langdale Pikes, if you are ever in the Lake District it is a must to visit. April 2025

Huge lake and you'd love the cruise here as there are very differing sights to see and click. The commentary on the cruise boat is also very informative. We took a sunset cruise and it was just gorgeous! Also, being summer time the weather was very pleasant.

Stunning lake area, first time ive been for 30 years. Very commercial these days, so expect it to be busy and of course pricey. Ariel views from my drone.

Don't miss this place, if you visit or live in the UK! An amazing spot in the North of England! Acceible with train and bus, and appropriate for family and kids.

Amazing views, defo recommend for sightseeing and you can book (both online and in-person) boat trips for you and your family which was so fun and cheap as well!

Had a great day at windermere. If you are ever in the area nearby definitely make the drive to windermere its so beautiful and there is so many shops

Beautiful view. Definitely try boat ride for seenic pics. Great nature feeling. Few different Boat ride depend on distance, we opted for longest one , so it took almost 90 min to complete. Few was amazing but felt little bit bored due to duration. Boat ride was amazing. Literally felt like lost in green nature. Parking options were many.

A must-see area of the Lake District. (The ferry crossing is convenient and would save drivers nearly 45 minutes of traversing to get across the lake.)

Such a beautifully curated attraction. We all loved it (adults) so beautifully done. It must have been such a joy to put to together, the modelling and art work was so clever. I loved going into the garden it looked just like the real garden at Hill Top (though smaller). The little boxes with Beatrix Potter figures in a mini tableau were exquisite. A must for all ages.

I first visited this place three years ago, and I found that this place was quite small. I cannot believe how much bigger it has become this year. They have not only added more visual aids of scenes in mainly Peter Rabbit’s stories, but also added a brand new gallery showing the background of Beatrix Potter, involved with the Lake District history. It’s quite fun to take photos here and observe cute little animal figures in the barrows closely. The gift shop has not changed much, and the products there remain the same. Overall, it is an interesting place to visit, especially when you come with families and friends.

I’m in love! Totally worth a visit if you are a fan or in town with the kids. Lovely exhibition and enough activities to keep the kids entertained. Even if you’re not a fan it is worth a visit for their display! From an artistic perspective they did a marvelous job. Unfortunately for we visited quite late in the day so we only got to spend so much time inside. Would recommended the latest admission at 15:00 if you truly want to enjoy the full experience and get lost in the world of Beatrix Potter!

Such a nostalgic place to visit as an adult (with no kids) who thoroughly enjoyed reading the books as a child. The exhibition is in great condition and it was lovely to have all the memories brought back. We thoroughly enjoyed stopping at the Peter Rabbit Café afterwards too!

This was one if the loveliest, cutest museums we have been too. The animations and displays were beautifully done, and took straight back to your childhood days. It was so informative and interactive for kids. Highly recommend a visit

Superb!! The highlight of our holiday. We started at the cafe across the road (well worth a visit) and then came here. It starts with a short film which my 2 year old enjoyed, and then the free-pace walk around was outstanding. Low stimulation great for toddlers, beautiful displays and garden really brings the books to life. We’ve told everyone about it as we enjoyed it so much. I hope this stays with my daughter as a childhood memory and hope we can come again in the future

This was so much more than we ever expected! We thought it would just be a quick one-hour visit since it’s quite a small area. But guess what — my girl spent almost three fun hours inside! There was so much to learn and explore, and she was determined to answer every question and not miss a single hidden gem. What a world of imagination and creativity!

The Castle is very impressive and the staff were absolutely passionate and knowledgeable. They gave great insights and getting the guide book made it easier to know where you were and find out more about each venue. The added bonus of the war museum showed great history as well. Definitely worth a visit and £15 to get in was not bad.

I had decided to have a bit of a wounder in and around town, the castle, Tullie house then get something to eat before head home. Had an explore around the castle witch was fun or it was rather empty I was expecting more things in the rooms. But saying g that it was still worth the money decided recommend to everyone.

A great place to visit this English Heritage site, full of wonderful border history. There is a military museum there, and a very small cafe that isn't dog friendly but the actual castle and grounds are. The medieval castle is very interesting with a small chapel where King David I died. There is also some excellent medieval graffiti!

Every time we come home, we visit and find something we didn't notice the last time. Staff here are extremely knowledgeable and I recommend doing the tour! Carlisle has some of the most interesting history through all ages in time.

We visited on a Saturday around 12pm and it was not busy, we were able to book tickets online and we were admitted quickly. The site has a lot of history and you can access the military museum as well as a fascinating keep. There are facilities including a cafe and gift shop.

Great. English Heritage. There's a huge carpark alongside the castle, very cheap and ideal for motorhomes - can stay overnight. Lots to see in the castle, including the museum. 'Interesting ' guide !! Didn't quite stick to EH acceptable script I suspect !! Great information boards, toilets, cafe etc. Well worth a visit if in Carlisle.

Super museum with a glider reproduction gave me a great sense of what you father, a glider pilot, had fly. They were all so brave.

Excellent museum, the dinosaur exibit very well laid out and informative. Plenty of space inside for wheelchairs users. Recommend to buy the annual pass as there is loads to see.

Tullie House has always been my favourite museum in the North West- Rich in local and Border History, Tullie House never fails to impress. Their limited time exhibitions are always presented to a very high standard, and I recently visited the rEvolution Dinosaur exhibit, which was a solid 10/10. The Tullie refurbishment makes the building look fresh and new.

Attractive local museum which has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment. Nice cafe and arts and crafts related talks are sometimes held. Cafe gave a positive impression, did not consume anything there. Only looked at some free displays, some impressive artefacts like a prehistoric gold bangle and a large key to one of the old city gates. Attractive tiled stairway, mosaic floor and bannister with coats of arms

The kids absolutely loved it. It is so changed since I have been there. The exhibitions were great and the Dino exhibit was really interesting.

It’s our second visit to Tullie Gallery this year – and once again, the exhibition left us truly impressed! 🎨😍✨ There’s something about this place that keeps calling us back… always inspiring, always worth it. 💫🖼️ If you’re ever in Carlisle, don’t miss it! 📍👀 #TullieGallery #ArtVibes #CarlisleCulture #GalleryLove 💕🎭

The extra exhibition of dinosaur world is interesting and informational. However, at the lower floor of Roman exhibition was disappointing. For example, my young grandson was spelling out a name,that required a ,"u" after helping to search, no u's , so I spoke to assistant, apparently, no U's. This does not take into consideration, that our children learn phonetically, having a letter missing, is annoying. The rest of our explore was fine.

Recently opened exhibition Dinosaur rEvolution is well worth visiting. Great fun for a family and people of all ages. New discoveries about dinosaurs led to the new way of thinking about how they looked and how they lived. It is bright, it is interactive, it is informational, and it is fun.

A great place to walk. There's a fantastic view at the top. There's Gruffalo/ Stickman sculptures halfway up the hill. There's also a sculpture trail that wasn't there last time I headed up Orrest Head. We parked in a free layby. The closest ones to Orrest Head have a time limit, but the one a bit further back hasn't a time limit. Great place to visit for families.

This is a hidden gem where you must go if you want to enjoy abundance of natural beauty. After you reach here you get a full 360 degree view of Windermere and the surrounding areas. Very serene and peaceful place. It is around 2 km climb from Windermere, not too steep but not very easy either. Actually there's an accessible road though I won't recommend people on wheel chairs to get here, strollers are ok. We went in the morning before breakfast so there wasn't any crowd. Just one note, the views show up only after you reach the spot, not much to admire on the way. Sharing a few pictures that I clicked here.

This is a really lovely spot. It has spectacular views over Windermere and the hill and mountains. There's a great information board showing what you can see. It's the first hill that Wainwright climbed when he came to the Lake District. There are 2 routes to get to the top, one is steeper and shorter and the other easier and suitable for push chairs.

Orrest Head is such a lovely walk and perfect for families. It’s an easy path from Windermere up through woodland that opens out to a beautiful viewpoint over the lake and surrounding fells. The climb is gentle but the view from the top is amazing, especially on a clear day. We’ve done it a few times now and it’s one of those walks you never get tired of.

Beautiful scenic view of Windermere and the mountains in the distance. Well worth a walk up. Easily accessible. Parking on street at bottle. 30 mins to summit.

Easy to get to from the station, cross the road the sign for the start is there. There are two ways to get up. The red route, which includes steps and the blue route, is an accessible route that allows wheelchairs and buggies. Great view from the top. If you have hay-fever, bring the tissues lol

Fabulous walk. Miles without styles. Great for individuals or families

A spectacular old cathedral in the northeast corner of England. It is a personal favorite and I would recommend a visit. Begin in 1123 in the Norman style, it was built with local red sandstone. Much of the church was rebuilt in the 13th century in the Gothic style. The ceiling is spectacular. Owen Jones designed and specified the painted star ceiling in Carlisle Cathedral’s choir during its 1856 restoration under architect Ewan Christian. The wooden barrel vault dates to the 14th century, but the medieval scheme was lost, and Jones—a prominent Victorian decorative artist known for his work on the Crystal Palace interiors—created the blue background with gold stars and angels, drawing from historical styles. It was later repainted in 1970 for preservation, maintaining Jones’s original vision. The east window is impressive. It is the largest and most complex such window in England at 51’ by 26’. It depicts events from the life of Christ; some of the panes in the upper portion are original, dating back to 1350. Parking in the area is good. There are several car parks within half a mile.

So nice to be able to wander around with the dog. It’s a beautiful cathedral with some unique points of interest, including the ceiling. Perhaps not the most impressive in the country but it holds its own. The grounds are also very pleasant.

Fabulous. A warm welcome on arrival, no pressure to pay or make a donation (which is high on our reviews of somewhere - happy to make a donation, but to be charged to enter a church !! Totally unacceptable in my view ...). Plenty of volunteers to offer historical information, really friendly. This cathedral 'feels' comfortable, warm and open. Really enjoyed the stories ... well worth a visit (& the donation !).

Very old and interesting. The stain glass windows are in very good shape considering the age. The organ pipes along with the organ itself are really worth the visit. There are lots of buildings on the site which you can look around the library is interesting the entrance to which is through the cafe, the cafe has a large area outside and quite a large area inside the food is good. Would recommend trip here.

Today, accompanied by both my sons and grandmas, we spent a truly memorable two hours at Carlisle Cathedral—an experience that was both calming and profoundly awe-inspiring. The cathedral’s serene atmosphere speaks volumes beyond words, inviting quiet reflection within its historic, hallowed walls. We were fortunate to be greeted by a highly knowledgeable guide who kindly provided us with a detailed map and patiently answered all our questions, enriching our visit immeasurably. Although the organ wasn’t playing this week due to half-term, which was a slight disappointment, it gave us an opportunity to treasure the visual and spiritual grandeur of the space even more deeply. We took the chance to purchase a CD of the cathedral’s magnificent organ music, promising to carry a piece of the experience home with us. Carlisle Cathedral, with its timeless beauty and thoughtful stewardship, is a gem that left us inspired and grateful—a place to revisit time and again with loved ones.

Magnificent, pocket sized, deep-red sandstone cathedral, with a magical painted ceiling that will give you neckache for the time you will want to keep marvelling at it. It’s a small building with a pretty cloister, not really something you’d spend more than half an hour poking around, but if you’re in Carlisle, it’s definitely worth going out of your way to go and see this. Check opening times though, it isn’t always open. And maybe help support the cathedral by having a bite to eat at the cathedral cafe, as in the UK, this really is one of a kind - painted ceilings like this are what you see occasionally in France, but very rare in the UK. I remember being blown away the first time I saw it, I’d never seen anything of the kind before. Quiet, rarely many people, you’ll generally have the place to yourself.

Amazing Cathedral, no charge to go in. Our 2 kids (7 & 14) really enjoyed it. Just walk in, no need to book. Try and find the missing star. Go downstairs to see the treasury, the exhibition is incredible and well labelled. Donations welcome (and the one next to the gift shop enables you to do contactless and gift aid).

Lovely little unspoilt seaside town, plenty of car parks, campervans aloud to park on the seafront promenade. Great beach, dog friendly beach at the far end (north side). Plenty of eateries and watering holes, amusement. Its a lengthy promenade which makes for a good walk.

Absolute must for this iconic photo, get a selfie with Eric or if you're a horrendous teenager, do him durty with a .5 I have the feeling Eric and Ernie would have loved these photos! I can't see the place, so here's a top tip, the indoor market has a bakery near the rear exit, Chunky Steak Pie! 10:10 @ £7.50 would easily feed 4 ppl.. bread, cakes pies all delicious, unfortunately I can't find the business name to review it, so get yourself a pie for the way home! And thank me later! P.S Tyson where were you? We were hoping to see the 3rd best reason to visit Morecombe 🥊our one and only GK World Champion Get'Up!

It's a lovely view over Morecambe bay but its a fantastic tribute to a great and funny man. Well deserved. Made us happy and sad at the same time.... And No, he's not going to sell much ice cream at that speed 😄

Excellent tribute to one of the UKs favourite and best comedian of the 20th Century.

The Eric Morecambe statue brings out the sunshine in people. Everyone seems to want to go and pose with the wonderful Eric and be Wise for a moment...❤️

A great statue with the surrounding information on the dynamic duo! Well worth a visit.

A nice bronze tribute to the late Eric Morecambe situated on the promenade although I'm not sure what the connection is, maybe he performed there on stage at some point.

So this review is based from a family with two grand children with special needs A lovely laid out park, various interesting areas Limited toilet facilities albeit clean The cafe is very noisy due to the play area being placed inside and the prices are a little steep too but there is quite a broad food menu to choose from Great coffee though👌🙂 The paths are poorly maintained in places for pushing wheelchairs on. The play area is in a nice sheltered area, it is well set out and the pine needles add a soft covering to the ground. (Some parts of the ground were muddy though) The zip wire is placed way too low and restricts its use for the heavier child Overall OK.

We visited Happy Mount Park form the first time yesterday. We spent the afternoon in the park with our two children's Nd had a jolly good time. Plenty to do, could easily have spent a full day at the park. The splash park was a great hit with our 4 and 7 year old. The free play area was a bit basic and the other issue was that a lot of the things were cash only. Some sort of pay once for everything would have been handy too.

A really nice park with plenty of activities for everyone. We visited Sunday 3rd August 2025 and found that the Kirby Lonsdale Brass Band were playing. It was a really fabulous afternoon with plenty of people sitting listening.

Not much open due to it being out of season but Adventure Golf was and we enjoyed a round. The pots of tea we had were the best we had during our visit.

It’s a nice park for families activities with the lovely squirrels everywhere

It's a beautiful park, with something for everyone. Plenty of different things to keep the young and old occupied and then a lovely drink in the cafe afterwards

Pay for near enough everything. £2.50 parking. Playground £1.50. Trampolines £2 for 6 minutes. Train around the playground, not sure how much as we’d stopped paying. Toilet was 40p. We won’t be visiting again. Total rip off. No wonder Morecambe is still declining.

Amazing place to visit we had a coffee and sat in the grounds. You can pay £9 to go on a tour as well. It also has holding cells that are currently used for HM Prison. There are only a few Parking spaces outside that you have to buy a ticket for . Recommended

Absolutely brilliant! Our tour guide Sandra was very entertaining and knowledgeable. The Castle, Police Museum and cafe combined made it one of my favourite days out in a long time.

We took the guided tour of the castle, reasonable for £9 per person. Since it used to be a working prison and parts of it are still a working court, you have to take the guided tour to see the full thing. We had a lovely guide, very engaging and informative. The tour lasts about an hour. The castle has a lot of history, quite a lot of it is dark, the tour touches upon these themes too. There is a Prison Museum too. The courtroom is part of the tour, unless it is in session on the day. Photography isn't allowed in those parts of the tour. I would recommend visiting castle, doing the tour and then visiting the Priory at the back of the castle, there are some remains of roman baths too.

We did the tour as a family and it was really interesting. Great value for money. They give you lots of insight into the history and had a lot of knowledge. Simon made it fun and interesting and kept the whole group engaged. It’s my second time of going and I would go again. Dogs are not allowed but I couldn’t resist getting a snap of our dog there.

Arrived not really knowing what to expect and with no intention of doing a tour. However the very engaging man at the ticket office talked us into doing the tour and as it turns out I’m glad we did. ‘King’ David was an extremely entertaining guide and got us all involved in the commentary during the tour. Educational content and drama was in abundance and my wife and I were very happy with the afternoon in the castle. Highly recommended.

You need to book on a tour to go inside. We arrived at 10am and booked onto the 10.45 tour so had a look round the Pendle Witches exhibition room and part of the police museum first. The tour inside was really interesting and the guide was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and entertaining. It lasted about 80min and was well worth the £9 fee.

Stunning castle in the centre of Lancaster. Although no longer used as a prison, the courts are still active, and as such you cannot take photographs in certain parts of the buildings. This however does not detract from the buildings awe. Hghly recommend a tour !! This is the only way to access certain parts of the castle Prison. Our tour guide was excellent 👍🏼 great knowledge of the history and told the stories with the right mix of seriousness and humour. There are some parts accessible without a tour, and these parts you are free to take photos. Police museum is a great part, set inside what was the mens wing. Also a cafe and toilets on site ..

A wonderful place to spend a day or a few hours! The park is perfect for walking and relaxing, with beautiful paths, ponds, and even a mini zoo. Families will love the playgrounds, and everyone can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The views from the park are absolutely spectacular, especially around the Ashton Memorial. If you’re visiting Lancaster without a car, it’s easy to reach by taking bus number 18 from the city centre. Highly recommended for a relaxing day out. 🌿✨

A well kept secret in Lancashire!! A beautiful and well kept 54 acres park, so wonderful in the outskirts of Lancaster and so close to the university. The Ashton memorial is magnificent! The little zoo and butterfly house are a delight. A small fee to access the former and a parking fee for a whole day parking. Pack a picnic bag, take your friends, your pet, your loved ones, it will be a well spent day in this gorgeous place. A

We had a great time at the park. We climbed the steps to the tower, enjoyed a nice coffee at the kiosk and went on a forest walk. An absolute delight

Such a beautiful park. Visited this park in January and had great views from the top of the hill, breathtaking views out towards Morecambe Bay. Lovely cafe with plenty of seating. Perfect for a Sunday morning walk.

It's such a nice quiet place. The best for piece and calm stroll , family time with kids or walking dogs. There's a playground and dog friendly cafe

Beautiful spacious park. Great for walking, picnics, general relaxing. Views from the monument are awesome, and the butterfly house is an interesting attraction. 🦋

This is a review from Howie and Selena Wolstenholme. We had the best wedding at the Ashton Memorial in May of this year!! Beth, Tyler and the team did an amazing job of organising all our vendors and bringing our dream wedding alive. They could not do enough for us on the day. This is the most beautiful and romantic wedding venue and we highly recommend having your day here. Thank you so much for everything

Great example of a lived in castle, of sorts. The exhibits art and written guides were excellent, as were the detailed explanations provided by the guides. Of a standout were the beautiful gardens which were resplendent in autumnal colours. The cafe was also a highlight with helpful active servers.

Fantastic place to visit. Great its still lived in by the owners who have owned it for centuries. A lovely cafe with devious food. Gardens very pretty showing autumn colour. The N/T volunteers were knowledgeable and friendly. Glad we chose this place to visit.

Enjoyed our visit here. We didn't get to see the house but enjoyed a short walk in the parkland and garden. We were pleased to see lots of benches along the walking route we took. There were a lot of fungi in the woods. Nice cafe and usual assortment of gifts. Pleased to get a National Trust passport stamp and pin-badge 🤓

An absolutely stunning gardens, growing all different varieties of apples trees to colorful flowers and a little place for the bees 🐝 and a cute placid cat that looked very proud of there garden. On Mondays the castle is closed although the gardens are open and the trail upto the hill top church has beautiful views of the vally and hills. Sizergh is well worth a visit if you get the chance! Oh and the National Trust cream tea with the fruit scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream go down a treat washed down was a hot chocolate or be traditional with a classic English tea. The farm shop is close by that had the most delicious smoked cheeses, I had to indulge with the sweet onion chutney and the little round crackers 😋 Thankyou

Lovely, reasonably sized cafe, with a good selection for brunch, lunches and afternoon tea. There are extensive grounds for walking, and a medium sized formal garden to explore, with many acres for brilliant autumnal colour. Car parking and entry to the gardens and castle are free for national trust members.

This was our first visit to Sizergh and won't be the last! We went on the light trail which was absolutely spellbinding. Very beautifully executed with light installations and sound effects. The house was decorated for Christmas with period pieces, painstakingly done with great detail. Plenty of volunteers to answer any questions. The gardens were lovely and we were greeted by Charlie the cat! Decent sized cafe, toilets and large car park. Shop might require a second mortgage but it's to be expected. Enjoy.

You need a few hours to explore the castle and garden. We had enquired about what would be the best ticket to buy as we had only an hour on our schedule. We were encouraged to buy the tickets for the castle and gardens and were assured that it can be done in an hour. But definitely need longer to enjoy the experience. We just ended up exploring the garden. But it is a very beautiful garden and you get a really good view of the castle.

The In Bud & Bloom exhibition is stunning and beautifully curated. Definitely worth seeing. Very child friendly centre. With a lovely play area.

Fabulous place to stop instead of motorway services. Great food. Lots of space, wonderful series of shops.

I've been using Rheged a lot recently as a workspace, as I'm between houses, and this place has been an absolute godsend. I've been a number of times before, and used the majority of the facilities, which are all very good. The shops are nice - some a little expensive, but they are all great quality. The food is always good, and locally sourced. They have a nice picnic area inside, as well as children's play centre and a great cinema. But the the workspace is fabulous. It's a mix of high and low tables (note: there is only one low table with a plug, but all of the high tables have one). The WiFi is great, and there is a self serve coffee and water station. It's amazing that they allow dogs, and it's always a nice atmosphere in there. Shout out to Gemma in the deli, who is always friendly, welcoming (especially to the dogs) and funny! Additional note: they have a pop up shop by the front doors which showcases local makers and artists, which is always worth checking out!

We had a lovely afternoon at the art exhibition here. Very beautiful paintings, prints, sculptures and more. It was relaxing and therapeutic.

A lovely place to visit and give yourself plenty of time to explore all the different parts of the fort, chapel etc. Stunning to do it on Candlelight Birgu weekend

Haven't been for years. Cool experience, great place and cafe. Only downer on this visit was the sausage roll - greasiest I've ever had! And just suggest stocking some other independent cider and perry bottles in the shop 😆😉

An unusual building in what was a quarry. From the outside it has a grass roof so blends into the landscape. Some lovely shops inside and several cafes severing drinks and nice food. The 2 screen cinema, one of which is an Imax is great. Plenty of free parking. If staying over 5 hours just register the car at the info desk.

A colourful red sandstone castle ruin, free to visit and situated in a small park a couple of minutes walk from Penrith railway station. The castle was built in the late 14th century by Ralph Neville, and adapted into a magnificent house by Richard, Duke of Gloucester (later Richard III). A few information boards have been provided, and while the castle is far from complete, large sections of wall survive to their original height.

As part of our short break to Penrith, my wife and I visited the ruins of the castle. They are very well presented with information boards located around the site to help you understand the layout and history that was very interesting. The castle was located next to the castle park that looks a nice place if you have children with you. Also across the road is a pub/hotel called the Agricultural Inn, very attractive inside with the old bar and features. We went in for a quick drink and thought it was very nice. They even offer gluten-free beers.

I had 20 minutes to kill waiting for a pick up from the station so popped over the road to the free to enter castle. Penrith Castle was begun at the end of the 14th century by Ralph Neville, who played a key role in defending this area against the Scots. It was later transformed into a luxurious residence by Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who became Richard III. Surviving to their full height, the castle walls stand in a public park.

We needed a break from our roadtrip and stopped at McDonald’s for a snack. This castle was across the street and was free. Highly recommend to quickly explore while in town.

Lovely place to visit and sit and chill. Relaxed atmosphere and plenty of shops local as right by penrith town

Lovely place to visit a lot of history about it, I've taken loads of photos so I can keep has memories, it's easy to get around but maybe the stairs maybe difficult for older and unsteady people.

Castle was nice to see, small gardens next to the castle. 2 or 3 info boards about.

Stunning views and a powerful sense of ancient mystery. Tried counting the stones twice—got different numbers both times, so I guess the curse lives on! The site itself is impressive, but the field was full of cow pats and buzzing flies, which took the shine off a bit. Worth a visit if you're into folklore and don't mind muddy boots.

Absolutely magical place worth visiting. Easy to find and good free parking only few minutes walk from the stone circle. Very peaceful and full of magical energy. The site is the 3d biggest stone circle in Uk so truly worth the visit! Highly recommend

We stumbled upon this while walking to Lacy's Cave. This ancient stone circle is one of the largest in England, yet it's surprisingly under the radar. No crowds, just the stones (and some 🐄). You’re free to wander among them, run your hands over the weathered surfaces, and feel completely immersed in the mystery. Bring boots if it’s rained (the field can be a bit boggy), and maybe a flask of tea. There are no facilities, but that’s part of the charm. Beware of the cows 🐄 Parking is free. There is accessible parking close to the stones.

Lovely walk around and I great feeling before the cow started eatting my t-shirt,funny as it was and the fact it didn't have much a chance of taking it from me. Walked a little bit with out my socks and shoes on, got me grounded and centered.

A popular spot, you can feel the energy, taking some time to meditate and you feel that energy permeating through and around you. Be sure to pick some raspberries while there.

Worth to visit. Great place and free parking, easy access and if you go further you'll come across Lacy's Caves. Just follow the path through the metal gate ( no vehicle access), through the woodland ( around 0.8 mile) and get the path down to river bank.

Loved visiting here. The size of this stone circle is breathtaking and the old twisty trees are really fitting to the atmosphere and history

Really great place to stay for anyone, fun for all the family. Plenty of activities, the pool is excellent and the on site shop has pretty much anything you need, albeit rather expensive. Only thing to be mindful of is where your lodge is as we ended up being right at the bottom of a huge hill and it was a bit of a trek every time we went anywhere.

I must admit, I had no idea what to expect. We arrived in the dark, and had no idea of the layout, not much helped by being partially sighted, and the lighting of the roads and paths being somewhat dark. Luckily, we were rescued by friends who were more familiar with the place. We had a lakeside studio apartment, actually pretty comfortable for the two of us, with a bathroom, kitchen, king sized bed, and a sheltered outside area. Our friends had a cottage, with sauna, en suites, a decent kitchen, and sitting area. Spotlessly clean, and well maintained. Our group were 50s-70s, and found the activities that we tried very enjoyable. We booked ahead for bowling, spa, Bollywood dancing, and the catamaran. The pool area, with the various rides was excellent. Staff were universally friendly and helpful, and any repairs needed (tv stick in the bigger house) carried out within hours. We were here in early November, weektime, so lots of families had younger children/babies. The weather was mild. Some rain at times, but I reckon it would be possible to enjoy even in bad weather. All in all, a great experience, and our group is likely to book again at a similar time.

It was good but you have to like one way systems and walking because everything is far away from the lodges. A lot of it is uphill so even if you hire a bike, which costs a lot, you will still struggle to get around. The lodge we had was like a house in size and had a pool table.

We absolutely loved our holiday at Center Parcs, almost everything was perfect. Firstly, as you would expect the location is amazing. The kids loved the wildlife which was everywhere you looked. There are so many activities and things to do that you are never bored, however some of the activities are over priced. Every single member of staff we interacted with was so friendly, they were great with the kids and made you feel welcome. The swimming pool area is brilliant, so much to do and you can spend hours there. Check in and check out is easy too! The only very minor issue we had was in relation to the lodge upon arrival. The beds were not made…. Clean bedding was left but not put on so we had to make our own beds. For what is the equivalent of £350 a night I expect the beds to be made (they would in any hotel for that price). The bedding isnt particularly comfortable or ‘homely’ but we could get over that. Also, the bins weren’t emptied upon arrival which I firmly believe they should be. All in all, a really good holiday and we will almost certainly go again!

Fantastic holiday here again with my sister and our kids. Great pool facilities. Just wish we'd booked the acrobranch activity earlier as we missed out. Bike hire could be cheaper...

Loved the site, 4th CP I've been too, took dogs and villa was roomy and well set out, could of done with some screening out the back as dogs kept getting alerted as could see people moving passed, but can see they are upgrading at moment. Loved the segways, great way to get a review of the site, was well placed for both village centre and sports plaza, easy to walk between, found loads to do, will definitely go back to this one again

The whole place is amazing. We have stayed about 6 times now in a variety of lodges and have enjoyed them all. The vibe is lovely, nice and peaceful and scenic, close to nature, car free site so safe for the kids, just so much to like. But the pricing for the activities is extortionate. Also the food pricing is silly. You need to take as much of your own food as possible to negate this. A meal in the nice restaurant, you are looking at £17 for an OK pie and mash (the kids meals are reasonable in here though). You have to pay for everything apart from the swimming (which is great). £35 for high wire activity (regardless of age), there was something else we looked at that was £85 per person too. Just really expensive if you want anything at all.