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Windermere is a major tourist hub and for good reason, but how do you narrow down what to see and do during your trip? Well, as locals to the area, we’re here to offer the best recommendations! In this guide, we’re spilling on the best places to visit in Windermere so you know exactly what to prioritise on your list. 1. Orrest Head Best for: Seeing stunning views without effort If you’re wondering what to see in Windermere, the view from the summit of Orrest Head fell should be top of your list. This well-known walk guarantees stunning 360-degree views…

Hawkshead is a tiny Lake District village, but it’s popular with tourists. This means that if you Google “best restaurants in Hawkshead”, you’ll likely end up in the same restaurants as everyone else. So how do you know where it’s actually good to eat in Hawkshead, and where it’s just popular with tourists?  As locals to the area, here’s our guide to Hawkshead village restaurants based on real visits, not just star ratings! Best restaurants in Hawkshead for a special occasion Petit Four and Billy’s Barr are our top recommendations for a special occasion, like celebrating a milestone or wanting…

The Lake District offers some of the best lakes for kayaking in the UK, including Coniston Water, Lake Windermere, and Derwentwater.  But with so many to choose from (there are 16 bodies of water in total!), you might be wondering which ones are best for kayaking in the Lake District. In this guide, we outline six stunning lakes for every skill level, including launch points, route recommendations, and where to stay on your trip. 1. Coniston Water Best for: All levels Skill level: Beginner-friendly with room to progress Launch points: Monk Coniston car park, Coniston Boating Centre, Coniston Hall, or…

Visitors come to the stunning Lake District for relaxation, photography, history and adventure. For fell runners especially, this National Park is the perfect playground.  What better place, then, to try one of the UK’s most famous mountain challenges: the Bob Graham Round: 42 fells, 66 miles and around 27,000ft of ascent, all completed in a single sub-24-hour loop from Keswick.  Whether you’re training for a sub-24 attempt, planning to walk it over several days, or are just curious to know how anyone accomplishes this ultra feat, here’s your complete guide to the Bob Graham Round route, rules and records. What…

The Wainwrights are Lake District fells featured in Alfred Wainwright’s famous Pictorial Guides to the Lakeland Fells. Completing them all has become one of Britain’s most iconic walking challenges. When Alfred Wainwright compiled his walking guides in the 1950s and 60s, he probably had no idea they would inspire generations of walkers. These fells share no official status beyond their inclusion in his books. Wainwright picked them for their beauty, character, and role in the Lakeland landscape. He usually included only those over 1,000 ft (300 m). In this guide, we answer the questions so many of you ask: What…

There are few better ways to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Lake District than watching the sun set over the magnificent mountains as you camp out beneath the stars. It’s easy to see why so many people want to find wild camping spots in the Lake District. But before you head out into the national park with your tent and sleeping bag, it’s important to consider that vital question: is wild camping actually allowed? Keep reading to discover what the law says about wild camping in the Lakes. We explain the potential drawbacks and offer an alternative option…

Coolcations in the Lake District: Heatwave busting breaks in the Lakes With the long, hot and dry summer of 2026 breaking weather records both in the UK and throughout Europe, more and more of us are becoming open to the concept of a “Coolcation” – a holiday or break away in a cooler more temperate climate. And at the northernmost corner of England, the Lake District is the perfect coolcation destination which close to home and easily accessible for those living elsewhere in the UK. It’s not just our location in the northwest of England which makes for the ideal…

There are two main routes to Skiddaw: The Skiddaw walk from Keswick and the Skiddaw walk from Latrigg car park. But what exactly do these routes entail? Where can you park? How hard are they? And are there any other routes to the top of Skiddaw? Keep reading to find out! In this article, we cover everything you need to know about Skiddaw Lake District walks.

Grasmere village has loads of walks on its doorstep, which sounds great until you’re actually trying to pick one. Do you fancy a flat stroll or a proper climb? A couple of hours or half a day?  To help you figure it out, here are five of the best walks from Grasmere village. We list the real distance, elevation, and time for each one, so you can choose based on facts rather than guesswork. The best Grasmere walks at a glance Walk Difficulty Distance Elevation gain Time Grasmere Lake circular Easy 7 km / 4.4 miles 170 metres / 558…

Fed up with searching for places to eat in Windermere? You’ve come to the right place to narrow your search, with real-life recommendations.   As locals to the area, our guide to Bowness and Windermere restaurants will help you find the perfect place to eat based on personal experience. Plus some handy hints for booking and food.  Best restaurants in Windermere and Bowness for a special occasion To celebrate and dine in style, Henrock at Linthwaite House is our standout choice. The Samling and Gilpin Spice follow close behind, depending on whether the occasion calls for classic tasting-menu theatrics or something…