Visiting

Things to do

With more than 3,500 kilometres of rights of way, you can walk, cycle and ride around the beautiful Lake District countryside to your heart's content. And of course you can also get on the water of our lakes and coastline.

You can:

book an attraction online
take a riverside stroll or challenging hike - more details in Walking
stroll round glorious gardens and treat yourself to afternoon tea - try Brockhole - The Lake District Visitor Centre (opens in new window)
hire a boat or kayak - Coniston Boating Centre is a perfect spot
hire a bike and cycle the forests - check out Cycling
fancy fishing? Ask at any of our Information Centres

Countryside Code

Follow the Countryside Code to get the best enjoyment possible and protect the countryside now and for future generations.

Be safe - plan ahead and follow any signs
Leave gates and property as you find them
Protect plants and animals, and take your litter home
Keep dogs under close control
Consider other people

Academy-award winning Aardman - the makers of Wallace and Gromit - are using Creature Comforts characters to promote the Countryside Code. Check out The Countryside Code website (opens in new window).

Need holiday accommodation?

Cottage near Coniston - copyright Charlie Hedley

We've cosy holiday cottages, quirky boutique hotels, friendly bed and breakfasts and luxury hotels!

Our commission goes towards keeping the National Park special: Browse and book accommodation online here

Want even more visitor information?

Visit Golakes (opens in new window), the official website of the tourist board for The Lake District and Cumbria.