Dacre

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Steamer pier @ Pooley Bridge..steamer travels to Howtown, Glenriddin and also Aira Force (where you can visit the Aira Force waterfall).
Steamer pier @ Pooley Bridge..steamer travels to Howtown, Glenriddin and also Aira Force (where you can visit the Aira Force waterfall).
Helvellyn 8 April 2018
The odd gnarled stone in the foreground is one of 4 ( now rather weathered) stone bears that once looked down from the four corners of nearby Dacre Castle. They can be found amongst the gravestones in the churchyard of St Andrews in this pretty village.
Photograph of Greystoke Pillar, a monument for the 11th Duke of Norfolk on the B5288 road near Greystoke, Cumbria, England
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Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is RM687 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
RM687
RM824 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,243 reviews)
Ideal location, friendly staff.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
Crown and Mitre Hotel

Crown and Mitre Hotel

3 out of 5
4 English Street Carlisle England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Everything and everyone

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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Cumbria Park Hotel

Cumbria Park Hotel

3 out of 5
32 Scotland Road Carlisle England
The price is RM383 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM383
RM460 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The staff are very friendly. The property is clean. Room very Spartan. The bed needs replacing

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Cumbria Park Hotel
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The Halston

The Halston

4 out of 5
20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England
Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Halston
Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

4 out of 5
The Lodge, Kendal Road Windermere England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a health club. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Old Laundry Theatre are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
The room and staff were fine but we had no hot water for about 16 hours and had to use another apartment to shower which was not great.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Kotel Windermere
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Popular places to visit

Ullswater

Ullswater

4.5/5(293 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its lively bars.

Ullswater
Lowther Castle at Penrith in Lake District from Cumbria in England, Shutterstock ID 712013206, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:

Lowther Castle and Gardens

4.5/5(27 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Lowther with a visit to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Lowther Castle and Gardens
Aira Force waterfall after a rainy day and at its most dramatic

Aira Force

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Matterdale. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Aira Force
Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith Castle

4/5(2 reviews)

Penrith Castle is just one of the places to see in Penrith, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Penrith Castle
Knocker on door with sanctuary ring

Brougham Hall

You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Brougham Hall
A surprising Topiary Dragon in the gardens of Dalemain, a handsome Country House in the Eden valley near Penrith. Also look out for the herd of fallow deer in the deer park and try the marmalade in the gift shop. Dalemain holds an annual marmalade fest every March.

Dalemain Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dalemain Country Park, a lovely green space in Dacre. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Dalemain Country Park

Things to do

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

RM317
per adult
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise

Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise

RM74
per adult
Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

RM317
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip
Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere

Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere

RM199
per adult
Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere
3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick

3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick

RM591
per adult
3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

RM403
per adult
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour
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