places to visit

Ullswater Steamers

Experience Ullswater's majestic mountain scenery from onboard an Ullswater 'Steamer'. All year round services between Glenridding, Pooley Bridge and Howtown. Our Pier Houses at Glenridding and Pooley Bridge offer refreshments and compliment the bars onboard the boats. Ideal for return cruises or access to the most beautiful walks in the Lake District.

Dalemain Historic House and Gardens

A much loved historic family home, set against the grandeur and picturesque splendour of the lakeland fells and the surrounding parkland. Daleman has a delightful five acre plantsman's garden.

Dove Cottage

Wordsworth's most famous home where he lived from 1799 to 1808. Onsite museum and gift shop.

High Head Sculpture Valley

A family friendly contemporary art gallery and tearoom set on a working dairy farm, 5 acres of outdoor sculpture park and 70 acres of farm walks. New in 2006 a luxury health suite with hydrotheraphy spa bath, sauna.