Visiting

Beginners guide

Planning your visit to England's largest National Park
Beginners tour of lakes and valleys
Weather

Sunshafts over Bassenthwaite - copyright Michael Turner

Places to go

Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole - overlooking Windermere
Coniston Boating Centre for your own adventure on the waves!

Walkers on Keswick Railway path - copyright Charlie Hedley

Upcoming events

I Spy - Birds of Brockhole
Have a go at Geocaching
Have a go at Geocaching

Shows and festivals calendar

Island in Haweswater - copyright Si Homfrey

Days out

Miles without Stiles - 39 routes including maps
Great Walking and Cycling made easy

One of Britain's breathing spaces

You can walk, cycle and splash about in the beautiful Lake District to your heart’s content. With more than 3,500 kilometres of rights of way and 12 of the largest lakes in England, there's something for everyone!

Want even more visitor information?

Visit Golakes (opens in new window), the official website of the tourist board for The Lake District and Cumbria. Browse and book accommodation and attractions online and see what's on in the area.