Lake Windermere Attractions
Use our Lake Windermere sightseeing and attractions listings to help you make the most of your visit to the Lake District, or browse by location using the map of attractions in Lake Windermere.
Main Street, , Cumbria LA22 0NS
Tel +44 (0)1539 436355
Gallery showing original watercolours by the world famous author Beatrix Potter and displays on her life and work. A fascinating and enjoyable exhibition on the life of the beloved children's author.
, Cumbria LA23 3JT
Tel +44 (0)1539 446139
Blackwell is one of England's most important surviving houses from the turn of the 20th century. It occupies a stunning position overlooking Windermere in the English Lake District and has recently been restored and opened to the public as a gallery.
, Cumbria LA21 8AD
Tel +44 (0)15394 41396
The former home of John Ruskin, Brantwood is the most beautifully situated house in the Lake District.. Brantwood is both a treasure house of historical importance and a lively centre of contemporary arts and the environment.
Coniston Boatlandings, , Cumbria LA21 8AJ
Tel +44 (0)1539 436216
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. Unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by crew complements the experience of the wonderful area.
, Cumbria LA12 8NN
Tel +44 (0)1539 531273
A typical Victorian garden of rhododendrons, oaks and pines and, although the house that it once surrounded has long since been demolished, the National Trust is undertaking a programme to restore it to former glory.
, Cumbria LA22 0QJ
Tel +44 (0)1229 860010
Grizedale Forest Park nestles in the heart of the Lake District near lakes Windermere and Coniston. Activities range from gentle walks to swinging trees on GoApe, enjoying a cappuccino in the cafe© to mountain bike rides.
The Boathouse, , Cumbria LA22 0QF
Tel +44 (0)1539 436541
Come and experience the largest stocked lake in the North West region. The farm offers a range of fishing by boat or from the shore for beginners, intermediates and experts. Tuition available.
Near Sawrey, , Cumbria LA22 0LF
Tel +44 (0)15394 36269
Hilltop is a delightful small 17th-century farmhouse where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous children's stories. Many of her beloved famous treasures can be seen on display.
Patterdale Road, , Cumbria LA23 1NP
Tel +44 (0)1539 446008
The ten acre hillside gardens at Holehird include a great variety of planting - specimen trees and shrubs, extensive rock and heather gardens, a walled garden, alpine houses and herbaceous borders.
40 Main Road, , Cumbria LA23 1DY
Tel +44 (0)1539 444844
A showroom and workshop for John Kershaw displaying a wide range of his work. Also featured are an interesting selection of glass, varied ceramics, jewellery, clocks, photographs, crafts and cards.
Lake Road, Queens Square, , Cumbria LA23 3BT
Tel +44 (0)1539 445470
In this gallery you will be sure to find something to inspire you. From the warmth of the Tuscan sunshine and the colours of the Mediterranean coast to traditional landscapes of the English Lake District.
, Cumbria LA23 1LJ
Tel +44 (0)1539 446601
Brockhole is an Edwardian house beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Windermere; enjoy extensive landscaped gardens and views, lake cruises, adventure playground, guided walks, activities and exhibitions.
Low Wood, , Cumbria LA23 1LP
Tel +44 (0)1539 439441
Low Wood Watersports and Activity Centre, with it's large lake frontage and extensive range of equipment, is a great location for Waterskiing, Wakesurfing, Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Climbing and Boat Hire.
Danes Road, , Cumbria LA8 9PL
Tel +44 (0)1539 821633
A family run firm of furniture designers, makers and restorers, based in the heart of The Lake District, the gallery features various hand made items. Offers a range of home interior services.
The Institute, Yewdale Road, , Cumbria LA21 8DU
Tel +44 (0)15394 41164
There has been a Ruskin Museum in Coniston since 1901, when W.G. Collingwood, a local artist and antiquarian who had been Ruskin's secretary, set it up both as a memorial to Ruskin and a celebration of the area's heritage.
Stagshaw Lane, , Cumbria LA22 0HE
Tel +44 (0)15394 46027
Woodland garden on a slope overlooking lake Windermere. Offers a superb collection of rhododendrons and azaleas blended perfectly under the hillside oaks. The garden offers many superb views of the area.
Pier Cottage, , Cumbria LA21 8AJ
Tel +44 (0)1539 441288
The unrivalled cruising experience of the Lakes on The National Trust's only passenger carrying steam yacht. View Coniston's spectacular scenery from a unique, rebuilt, steam yacht sailing from Coniston pier.
, Cumbria LA12 8AX
Tel +44 (0)1539 531087
A working mill built in 1835, it created the wooden bobbins vital to the spinning and weaving industries of Lancashire. The resident curators give tours and demonstrations. There is a exhibition and a gift shop.
The Old Laundry, , Cumbria LA23 3BX
Tel +44 (0)1539 488444
Come and see Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddleduck, Mrs. Tiggy-winkle and all their friends at the definitive Beatrix Potter Attraction in the English Lake District. Features a on-site shop, tea-shop and virtual walk.
Winander House, Glebe Road, , Cumbria LA23 3HE
Tel +44 (0)1539 443360
Enjoy a scenic, vintage cruise on the world famous Lake Windermere. Over 1 million passengers carried each year on this truly historical, traditional boat.
