Things to do, places to visit, eat and shop in The North Lakes and surrounding area
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Clothing heaven in the heart of the Lake District Sandwich White Stuff Great Plains Harris Tweed Ness Charli Market Pl, Ambleside LA22 9BU 015394 32497
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Whether you’re going shopping or just looking for a day out, Eden and Cumbria markets are a great way to experience everything on offer beyond the typical high street.Pick up delicious treats, exceptional gifts and the freshest food, direct from local farmers and producers. Stall holders can tell you exactly how their products are grown, made, baked or crafted, always with a friendly smile. Entertainment and activities are provided at most markets and include events such as themed seasonal markets and music from local groups. There is always ample parking available, so whilst there, you can discover the treasure trove of individual specialist shops and tempting eating places nearby. A visit to these historic market towns is always worth the journey.
For more market info visit: eden.gov.uk/markets
DERWENT WATER MARINA
For all your Watersports tuition or boat hire in Keswick.
Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RF • 017687 72912 • www.derwentwatermarina.co.uk
LAKE DISTRICT CYCLING
Your cycling resource to the Lake District and Cumbria. Routes, shops, events & more!
Penrith Station, Ullswater Road, Penrith, CA11 7JQ • 07917608566 • www.lakedistrictcycling.co.uk
PENRITH GOLF CENTRE
Executive 9 hole golf course, driving range, golf lessons and shop. The home of ‘FootGolf!’
Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DR • 01768 892167 • www.penrithgolf.co.uk
THE PUZZLING PLACE
Existing somewhere between reality and illusion ... Do you believe your eyes?
Museum Square, Keswick, CA12 5DZ • 017687 75102 • www.puzzlingplace.co.uk
LAKELAND BIRD OF PREY CENTRE
Lakeland A large collection of hawks, eagles, Bird of Prey falcons & owls from around the world. Lowther, Nr Penrith, CA10 2HH Centre • 01931 712746
THE ALHAMBRA CINEMA
The Alhambra cinema offers first class cinema entertainment in traditional surroundings.
St John’s Street, Keswick • 017687 72195 • www. keswick-alhambra.co.uk
THE ROMAN ARMY MUSEUM
The award winning modern museum that brings Hadrian’s Wall back to life.
Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB
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CRABTREE SHOOT
A range of clay pigeon shooting activities for first time shooters through to corporate groups.
Crabtree Farm, Cow Brow, Lupton, LA6 1PJ • 07818080841 • www.crabtreeclayshoot.co.uk
UPFRONT PUPPET THEATRE
Productions will delight audiences from four to ninety years of age.
Nr Hutton-in-the-Forest, Unthank, Penrith, CA11 9TG • 017684 84538 • www.up-front.com
ROOKIN HOUSE ACTIVITY CENTRE
A wide variety of activities from horse riding to quad biking & clay shooting. Fun for everyone!
Troutbeck, Ullswater, Penrith, CA11 0SS • 017684 83561 • www.rookinhouse.co.uk
QUIRKY WORKSHOPS
Days of craft, textiles, painting, heritageskills, bushcraft, cheese making and much more!
Poplin Dub, Greystoke, Penrith. CA11 0UT • 017684 83984 • www.greystokecyclecafe.co.uk
ULLSWATER STEAMERS
The perfect way to explore England’s most beautiful lake.
The Pier House, Glenridding, CA11 0US • 017684 82229 • www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk
RAVENGLASS & ESKDALE RAILWAY
Lakeland’s longest, oldest and most beautiful heritage railway.
Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW • 01229 717171 • www.ravenglass-railway.co.uk
TOTAL ADVENTURE
Experienced & Qualified guides offering first class, friendly experiences in the outdoors!
The Boathouse, Ferry Nab Road, Windermere, LA23 3JH • 015394 44451 • www.total-adventure.co.uk
GO APE WHINLATTER
The UK’s highest Tree Top Adventure Unleash your inner Tarzan!
Whinlatter Forest, Braithwaite, Keswick CA12 5TW • 0845 094 8753 • www.goape.co.uk
RIVERSIDE GOLF CLUB
Beautiful 9 hole, par 3 Golf Course.
Garrs Hill, Ravonstonedale, CA17 4LT • 015396 23654 Upfront Puppet Theatre Image by Upfront
ABRAHAM’S CAFE AT GEORGE FISHER
Above the renowned George Fisher outdoor store with spectacular views & great food!
2 Borrowdale Road, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5DA • 017687 72178 • www.georgefisher.co.uk
OXLEY’S BISTRO AT UNDERSCAR
Light Lunches, Evening Meals and delicious Sunday Roast. All Welcome.
Underscar, Applethwaite, Keswick, CA12 4PH • 017687 71500
LAH-TEA-DAH AT LINGHOLM
VW camper van cafe serving ice cream, tasty treats and real coffee!
Lingholm, Portinscale, Keswick CA12 5TZ. • 07850 770 861 • / lahteadah
TREEBY & BOLTON CAFE
A tempting selection of cakes, light bites and world-class Square Mile coffee. - Open 9.30-5pm
12 Lake Road, Keswick, CA12 5BX • 017687 72443 • www.treebybolton.co.uk
TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM
Enjoy an excellent selection of home cooking from scones & cakes to lunches & afternoon teas.
Castle Street, Carlisle CA3 8TP • 01228 618718 • www.tulliehouse.co.uk
MASONS ARMS
A wonderful, atmospheric Lakeland Inn overlooking the beautiful Winster Valley.
Strawberry Bank, Cartmel Fell, Grange over Sands, LA11 6NW • 015395 68486 • www.masonsarmsstrawberrybank.co.uk
UPFRONT GALLERY COFFEE SHOP
The coffee shop serves a delicious menu of vegetarian food throughout the day.
Nr Hutton-in-the-Forest, Unthank, Penrith, CA11 9TG • 017684 84538 • www.up-front.com
THE SPORTSMAN INN
Locally sourced home cooked food, real ales and a full range of lagers and beers.
1 Heads Lane, Carlisle, CA3 8AQ • 01228 533799
THE COFFEE KITCHEN
An artisan coffee shop serving single-estate coffees, homemade bread and speciality teas.
40 Challoner Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9QU • 01900 824474 • www.thecoffeekitchen.co.uk
THE FILLING STATION CAFE
Family friendly, retro diner with parking, WIFI, great food & freshly ground coffee.
Crosthwaite Road, Keswick, CA12 5PR • 017687 72103 • www.fillingstationcafe.co.uk
PIZZA EXPRESS
Italian for Pizza
21 Lowther Street, Carlisle, CA3 8ES • 01228 599638 • www.pizzaexpress.com
THE SHABBY SCHOLAR
Original British & locally sourced food menu & tapas bar.
Carlyles Court, Carlisle, Cumbria CA3 8RY • 01228 402813 / theshabbyscholar
BARTONS YARD
Breakfast to supper, and fabulous afternoon teas! A relaxed yet vibrant café & wine bar.
20-34 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria • 01228210240 • www.thehalston.com
MAE’S TEA ROOMS, RESTAURANT & GALLERY
Teas, coffees, meals, gifts, homemade traditional food and licensed beers and lagers.
The Old School, Uldale, Nr Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CA7 1HA • 01697 371369 • www.maestearooms.co.uk
THE FARMERS ARMS
A traditional lakeland Inn nestled in the heart of Portinscale.
Portinscale, Nr Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RW • 01768772322 • www.farmersarms.net
THE SWINSIDE INN traditional Lake District Inn offering great SWINSIDE Afood, accommodation and panoramic views. Newlands Valley, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UE INN • 017687 78253 • www.swinsideinn.com
Mae’s Tea Rooms, Restaurant & Gallery Image by Mae’s Tea Rooms
EDEN MARKETS
Providing an excellent opportunity for locals & visitors to take home something special.
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SENHOUSE ROMAN MUSEUM
Cumbria’s only Roman museum with a unique collection of sculpture & inscriptions.
The Battery, Sea Brows, Maryport, CA15 6JD • 01900 816168 • www.senhousemuseum.co.uk
OXLEY’S HEALTH SPA
Immerse yourself in a tranquil world of total relaxation.
Underscar, Applethwaite, Keswick, CA12 4PH • 017687 71500 • www.oxleyshealthspa.co.uk
UPFRONT GALLERY
An extensive gallery with a changing programme of exhibitions.
Nr Hutton-in-the-Forest, Unthank, Penrith, CA11 9TG • 017684 84538 • www.up-front.com
BRANTWOOD
Enjoy the historic home of Ruskin, with gardens & estate, events & exhibitions.
Brantwood, Coniston, LA21 8AD • 015394 41396 • www. brantwood.org.uk
ARMITT MUSEUM
A unique combination of museum, art gallery & library devoted to Lakes cultural heritage.
Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BL • 01539 431212 • www.armitt.com
BLACKWELL, THE ARTS & CRAFTS HOUSE
A breathtaking Arts & Crafts historic home exuding craftsmanship from every room.
Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JT • 015394 46139 • wwwlakelandartstrust.org.uk
BEATRIX POTTER GALLERY
Admire original artwork and Potter family photos as the story of Beatrix’s 1913 unfolds.
Main Street, Hawkshead, LA22 0NS • 015394 36355 • www.nationaltrust.org.uk
WORDSWORTH HOUSE
A unique opportunity to experience late 18th-century life at first hand.
Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9RX • 01900 824805 • www.nationaltrust.org.uk
THE RUM STORY
Located in original 1785 trading shop and warehouses, discover the history of the rum trade.
27 Lowther St, Town Centre, Whitehaven CA28 7DN • 01946 592933 • www.rumstory.co.uk
TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM
Enjoy a fun filled day out for all the family. FREE admission for under 18s (with a full paying adult).
Castle Street, Carlisle CA3 8TP • 01228 618718 • www.tulliehouse.co.uk
KESWICK MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY
An Arts and Crafts building displaying social history, natural history & fine and decorative arts.
Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4NF • 017687 73263 • www. keswickmuseum.webs.com
THE MARKET HALL
The Market Hall, Carlisle, one of the few covered Victorian Markets remaining in the Country.
The Market Hall, Scotch Street, Carlisle, CA3 8QX • 01228 513991
WRAY CASTLE
Bring your imagination to this exciting Victorian, gothic-style castle.
Low Wray, Nr Ambleside, LA22 0JA • 015394 33250 • www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wray-castle
RYDAL MOUNT
Historic home and gardens of William Wordsworth from 1813 - 1850.
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Rydal Mount, Ambleside, LA22 9LU • 015394 33002 • www.rydalmount.co.uk
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Come and have a tour of Dove Cottage with a family-friendly guide.
Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH • 015394 35544 • www.wordsworth.org.uk
Tullie House Museum Image by Tullie House
TREEBY & BOLTON
Gallery & shop offering contemporary art, glass & design-led interiors. - Open 9.30-5.30 and Sun til 5.
12 Lake Road, Keswick, CA12 5BX - Open 9.30-5.30, Sun til 5 • 017687 72443 • www.treebybolton.co.uk
PETER RABBIT & FRIENDS ™
Official Peter Rabbit & Friends™ Shop in the heart of Beatrix Potter’s™ Lake District.
17 Lake Road, Keswick, CA12 5BS • 017687 75189 • www.rabbitrabbitgifts.co.uk
RUSH CLOTHING
Clothing Heaven in the Heart of the Lakes.
Market Place, Ambleside, LA22 9BU • 015394 32497 • www.rushambleside.co.uk
THE PUZZLING PLACE SHOP
Existing somewhere between reality and illusion ... Do you believe your eyes?
Museum Square, Keswick, CA12 5DZ • 017687 75102 • www.puzzlingplace.co.uk
TODDS OF KENDAL EQUESTRIAN
The Lake District’s largest retailer of equestrian clothing and supplies.
Bridle Nook, Mintsfeet Road North, Kendal, LA9 6LZ • 01539 724311 e • toddssaddlers@ktdbroadband.com
EDEN MARKETS
Providing an excellent opportunity for locals & visitors to take home something special.
Eden District Council • 01768 212150 • www.eden.gov.uk/markets
FRESH JEWELLERY
Manufacturers of freshjewellery.co.uk and cyclingjewellery.co.uk made in Cumbria.
Brian Fulton Ltd, PO Box 114, Keswick, CA12 4WZ • 017687 79798 • www.freshjewellery.co.uk
CYCLING JEWELLERY
Manufacturers of freshjewellery.co.uk and cyclingjewellery.co.uk made in Cumbria.
Brian Fulton Ltd, PO Box 114, Keswick, CA12 4WZ • 017687 79798 • www.cyclingjewellery.co.uk
GEORGE FISHER
One of the UK’s leading retailers of outdoor equipment and clothing.
2 Borrowdale Road, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5DA • 017687 72178 • www.georgefisher.co.uk
COCKERMOUTH SWEET SHOP
Purveyor of quality confectionery and handmade, gourmet fudge.
78 Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9LU • 01900 826 534 • www.cockermouthsweetieshop.co.uk
N ARNISON AND SONS LTD.
A small family run clothing retailer specialising in Mens and Ladies clothing.
18 Devonshire Street, Penrith, CA11 7SP • 01768 862078 • www.arnison.com
UPFRONT GALLERY SHOP
Unusual gifts, cards & jewellery plus a wide range of puppets.
Nr Hutton-in-the-Forest, Unthank, Penrith, CA11 9TG • 017684 84538 • www.up-front.com
MAE’S TEA ROOMS, RESTAURANT & GALLERY
Teas, coffees, meals, gifts, homemade traditional food and licensed beers and lagers.
The Old School, Uldale, Nr Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CA7 1HA • 01697 371369 • www.maestearooms.co.uk
THE ALPACA CENTRE & CLOTHING CO A working alpaca farm with on-site cafe and shop selling alpaca clothing.
Snuff Mill Lane, Stainton, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0ES • 01768 891440 • www.thealpacaclothingco.co.uk
TODDS OF KENDAL COUNTRY STORE A wide range of country clothing, footwear and accessories.
2 Elephant Yard, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4QQ • 01539 732805 e • toddssaddlers@ktdbroadband.com
TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM
Our shop is the ideal place to find unique and locally crafted goods and gifts.
Castle Street, Carlisle CA3 8TP • 01228 618718 • www.tulliehouse.co.uk
George Fisher , Keswick Image by George Fisher
Established 1990 25 years of making beautiful jewellery
jewellery manufacturers direct to the public Established 1990 25 years of making beautiful jewellery
jewellery manufacturers direct to the public
All our jewellery is made in Keswick, to see our creations and offers visit brianfulton.co.uk
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