Dazzling displays
Opening times
- House, cafe and shop open daily: 10am - 5pm
- Gardens, adventure playground and grounds open all year from dawn to 6pm.
Fun for all the family, rain or shine!
Learn more about the Lake District and its stunning landscape in our accessible exhibits on the ground floor. You can also give us your ideas and comments for our redevelopment project at this popular visitor centre.
Rugged Reflections
Enjoy these stunning aerial photos of the Lake District, all taken in a single day.
The Living Lake District film
Enjoy our 35 minute film, with a commentary by Sally Whitaker, star of Coronation Street. This film takes you on a fascinating journey through the Lake District. It shows the opportunities and challenges of living in such a beautiful area.
Wish You Were Here Celebrity postcards - until 2 Sept
Check out nearly 100 postcards by actors, sportspeople and TV stars explaining why they love the Lake District,
Includes messages from actors Sir Patrick Stewart, Robbie Coltrane, Honor Blackman, Sir Ian McKellen, Matt Horne, Philip Glenister, Ricky Tomlinson sporting legends Sir Bobby Charlton, Sir Henry Cooper and Gary Lineker.
Hands-on exhibits
There's plenty to discover with these touchable displays:
- Countryside Challenge
- Words from the Lake District
- Drystone Wall Tryout
- Good Wood
- Flora of the Fells Flapbook
- Sheepdash
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.
