12 Days of Family Fun in Windermere

  1. Day 1: Lake Windermere
    Walk or cycle 2.2 miles from Windermere centre.

    Boat rides, paddling trips and parks.

  2. Day 2: Grizedale Forest Park
    30 minutes (9.3 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Discover the Go-Ape tree top adventure.

  3. Day 3: The World of Beatrix Potter
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Windermere centre.

    A tribute to vintage characters loved by children.

  4. Day 4: Brockhole on Windermere
    20 minutes (6.5 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Outdoor activities like kayaking and high ropes adventures.

  5. Day 5: Blackwell, the Arts and Crafts House
    13 minutes (3 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Explore the iconic house of the Arts and Craft Movement.

  6. Day 6: Fell Foot Park
    15 minutes (5 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Picnics, cycling, and paddling in a beautifully landscaped park.

  7. Day 7: Lakes Aquarium
    20 minutes (9 miles) from Windermere centre.

    A wide collection of marine wildlife from across the globe.

  8. Day 8: Grasmere Village
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Discover Britain's best-loved village amidst mountains and lakes.

  9. Day 9: Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway
    1 hour and 20 minutes (45 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Take a ride on Lake District's historic railway through stunning countryside.

  10. Day 10: Honister Slate Mine
    44 minutes (16 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Explore an old slate mine with underground tours and activities.

  11. Day 11: Leighton Hall
    1 hour and 10 minutes (36 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Visit an ancient hall full of treasures and enjoy falconry shows.

  12. Day 12: Hill Top
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Windermere centre.

    Visit Beatrix Potter's small but elegant home and gardens.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lake Windermere (1-2 hours, free)
  • Grizedale Forest Park (2-3 hours, £9.50 per person)
  • The World of Beatrix Potter (1-2 hours, £11.5 per adult)
  • Brockhole on Windermere (2-4 hours, free entry but activities vary in price)
  • Blackwell, the Arts and Crafts House (1-2 hours, £13.5 per adult)
  • Fell Foot Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • Lakes Aquarium (1-2 hours, £12.6 per adult)
  • Grasmere Village (2-4 hours, free but some activities require payment)
  • Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway (2-4 hours, £13 per adult)
  • Honister Slate Mine (2-3 hours, £15 per adult)
  • Leighton Hall (2-3 hours, £9 per adult)
  • Hill Top (1-2 hours, £14.5 per adult)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £116 per adult

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting nearby attractions like Ambleside, Kendal, or Cockermouth. If you have less time, you may need to skip some of the attractions or minimise your activity times. Remember to check operating hours and plan your route ahead to avoid getting stuck in traffic in peak seasons.

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Itinerary created by AI-assisted, human-reviewed