Top 8 locations for painting in the Lake District

The Lake District National Park has inspired artists throughout history, including Turner, Ruskin and Burne-Jones. Here are some recommendations of great views to sketch or paint, from our former ranger, Sue Thompson, including some sketches and pictures of her own.

• 1. Packhorse bridge, Wasdale Head:

  

  There are also classic views of Gable, Scafell and Yewbarrow on road to Wasdale Head.

  Location: ///rather.disarmed.sweat

• 2. Ravenglass, Town End:

  

  Ravenglass has loads of potential for sketching of boats, the estuary and the village. Also nearby Eskdale has the picturesque steam railway La’al Ratty.

  Location: ///victor.sculpting.stale

• 3. St Catherine’s Church, Boot:

  

  There is also a very scenic river and Stanley Ghyll waterfall close by.

  Location: ///draining.teach.spearing

• 4. Castlerigg Stone Circle, Keswick:

  

  Location: ///phones.captions.overlaps

• 5. Rather Heath Tarn near Kendal:

  

  This is a delightfully tucked away fishing tarn.

  Location: ///unpacked.hamster.postcard

• 6. High Street from Gatescarth Pass, Mardale side:

  

  Location: ///sheds.observer.slate

• 7. Yew Tree Tarn, near Coniston:

  

  Also nearby Tarn Hows is a great place to sketch.

  Locations: ///cuddled.securing.bins

• 8. Brockhole on Windermere

  

  The Mawson designed gardens are ideal for those who love trees and flowers. With views over Windermere to the Langdales, and the iconic facade of Brockhole House, there's something to inspire every artist.

  Location: ///booster.promising.founders

Creative Workshops for Adults

Hosted at Brockhole on Windermere, our Creative Workshops range from print making and glass mosaics to felt work, wall hangings and collage. All materials and equipment are provided, and you'll get free parking.

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