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101 Things To Do Around The Lake District
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When the sun has got its hat on...
- Stroll around the National Trust herb garden at Acorn Bank, Temple Sowerby, to admire 250 different species.
- Explore the nooks and crannies of historic Sizergh Caslte, Kendal
- Cruise on the largest lake in England - Windermere, then drive to the only genuine "lake" - Bassenthwaite Lake
- Travel aboard the steam yacht 'Gondola' on Coniston water, to marvel at the spectacular scenery.
- For a week up to the second Wednesday in June watch the horses being washed in the river as you take- in Appleby's world-famous horse fair.
- Travel on the scenic Settle/Carlisle train, stopping at Skipton to look around the castle and pick up a bargain at the market held 5 days a week.
- Tread in the footsteps of the legionaries along the ancient Hadrian's Wall.
- Climb the steps to the top of Appleby Castle's Norman Keep then stroll around the grounds to admire the rare-breed animals and birds (closed until 2009).
- Take a round walk through lanes and fields around Croglam and Stenkrith, Kirkby Stephen, admiring the plantlife and views.
- Cruise on Ullswater, one of the most beautiful lakes, then test your car over the breathtaking Lake District passes.
- Wonder at the Stalactites and Stalagmites at Ingleborough Caves, Clapham. Which is which? Answers on a postcard please.
- Take a trip to Hawes to watch the rope-maker at work, then drive up to admire the strange and unique "Buttertubs" in the hills above.
- Visit the beautiful historic home of Lord Inglewood at Hutton-in-the-forest, with its 'pele' tower, then stroll around the grounds.
- Peace and tranquility on a Pony & Trap Ride at Hardhills Riding Center.
- Jump on board the steam train from Lakeside to Haverthwaite, then go for a picnic at scenic Tarn Hows.
- Have a fun day out with the children at Eden Ostrich World.
- Admire the views when you climb ancient and crumbling Brough Castle.
- Stroll through the countryside and villages around Kirkby Stephen.
- Relax whilst fishing in Appleby waters. We'll cook your catch for you!
- Improve your par as you avoid the sheep on Appleby Golf course.
- Watch a bird of prey in flight at Siolverband falconry, then pick out the different species in the aviaries.
- Learn about the ancient town of Appleby, walking the 'town trail'.
- Ride a tram at Beamish Museum - an exciting day out for all the family.
- View the man-made Lacy's Caves, then count the stones at Long Meg's stone circle, Kirkoswald. You won't get the same number twice.
- Keep all four wheels on the ground as you quad-bike at Rookin House Farm.
- Nunnery Walks is now CLOSED.
- Walk along the picturesque Eden's riverbank to the village of Ormside.
- Find out where and how prisoners wore the wall away at Carlisle Castle.
- Take your binoculars up the scenic Pennine Way to High Cup Nick.
- March out around the 'Pikes, Mines & Commons' at Hilton and Murton.
- Buy souvenirs at historic Barnard Castle then pop into the castle itself.
- Try your hand at clay pigeon shooting (booking essential) at Rookin House.
- Walk form Howtown to Glenridding; catch the Ullswater steamer back!
- Plenty to do at Penrith Castle in the summer with bowls, putting, crazy golf and tennis on offer, as well as the ruins.
- Get wet, windsurfing or Kyaking on Windermere.
- Wander around Brougham Castle and imagine yourself in Norman times.
- Safari on foot round the unique South Lakes Wild Animal Park.
- Tone up your leg muscles as you take your hired bike around Appleby.
- Supernatural or Natural - take a spooky walk around Appleby and frighten yourself to death.
- Have a full day out at Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange over Sands
- A variety of different activities are available at Brockhole - the Lake District National Park Visitors Centre, Windermere. Plenty to do!
- View the outstanding rhododendrons and other flowers at Lingholm Gardens, near Derwent Water, then climb the Bowder Stoner, Buttermere.
- Have a gentle game of Bowls at Appleby's Bowling Club.
- Step out for 7 miles' Beneath the Fiend's Fell', Dufton and Knock.
- To say you've 'done' Appleby we can give you a full walk around Appleby and the surrounding countryside.
- Take your dog (on a lead please!) through Flakebridge Woods on a pleasant walk, keeping an eye open for red squirrels and pheasants.
- Walk from Muker to Thwaite and back in Herriot's beautiful Swaledale.
- Board the South Tyendale Railway at Alston Station and enjoy a unique 40-minute trip through the beautiful North Pennines.
- Stroll along the delightful Raven Beck which provided power for milling, and return past a 13th century castle, Kirkoswald to Parkhead.
- Try one of the eight walks around Settle, after travelling the Settle/Carlisle railway to get there, over the famous Ribblehead viaduct.
- Try the woodland trails at Whinlatter pass Visitor Centre near Keswick.
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When the sun hasn't got its hat on...
- Drive along the scenic route incorporating Kirkby Stephen, Pendragon Castle, Sedbergh and back through Orton Scar - Drive 1
- Watch the magnificent mechanical swan eat the fish - one of the antique exhibits at the interesting Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle.
- Treat yourself to a new pair of comfy 'K' shoes in the genuine factory shops at Kendal and Shap.
- Take time to walk around Kendal museums and learn about pre-historic times. Then drive to Lakeland Plastics, Windermere for a wide choice.
- View the East Window with its fine 14th-centry stained glass in Carlisle's beautiful sandstone Cathedral.
- A morning well spent at Carlisle's Tullie House museum to see the untold story of England and Scotland and learn about the fierce Reivers.
- Take a drive along Ullswater that incorporates Aira Force, where you must see the spectacular waterfall - Drive 2.
- Hundreds of stalagmites and Stalactites await you at Britain's biggest tourist cavern - White Scar Caves, Ingleton.
- Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea and browse round the crafts in the Keld Butter Market and Craft shop (May -October).
- Take the train from Appleby along the beautiful Settle & Carlisle railway - there's plenty to see and do in Skipton and Carlisle.
- See milk turn to cheese as you watch the Wensleydale Experience.
- Take a day trip to York to stroll around the famous York Castle Museum.
- Wander round well-stocked antique shops: Kirkby Stephen and Appleby.
- Dove Cottage, Grasmere was William Wordsworth's home. Learn about the daily life of the poet. Go in Spring for "a host of golden daffodils".
- Imagine you are James Bond as you inspect his Lotus; just one of the famous vehicles in the 'Cars of the Stars' Museum at Keswick.
- Go shopping in 'The Lanes' or browse around the Victorian covered market at Carlisle. Make the trip by train along the Settle/Carlisle line.
- Take your car on a round trip through 'James Herriot country' made famous by the TV series 'All Creatures Great and Small'.
- Visit Mirehouse to explore the 1666 family house, adventure playground, ancient lakeside church and walks available at Bassenthwaite Lake.
- When it's wet outside, get wet inside! Keswick Spa is a fun swimming pool with lots to keep the kids occupied, including waves and a flume.
- Dalemain, near Ullswater, is a home full of surprises, well worth a visit.
- An ideal place to buy your gifts: Dent Craft Centre in the beautiful Dales.
- At Levens Hall, Kendal, you can explore the interesting corners of this fascinating Elizabethan house with its idyllic gardens.
- Beat your opponent at ten-pin bowling: Carlisle's 'Hollywood Bowl'.
- Find out (safely) how nuclear fuel is made at the Sellafield Visitors Centre. This is one of Cumbria's most popular attractions.
- Learn the ins and outs of pencil-making at Keswick's Pencil Museum.
- Sample the ales on a shepherded tour of Masham's Black Sheep Brewery.
- Explore Eden and the lovely Lyvennet Valley on a motor tour - Drive 1.
- Take a leisurely drive through Ullswater and John Peel country - Drive 2
- Take the road north-east to look into the interesting history of Weardale.
- Experience history brought to life - a lead mine and crushing mill is just one of the things to see at Kilhope Wheel. Great for the kids!
- The award winning exhibition of Beatrix Potter's original drawings awaits your inspection in her gallery at Hawkshead.
- Tour historic Raby Castle set in a 200-acre deer park at Staindrop.
- Penrith, with its individual shops, is just the place to wander around.
- Take a drive around North Eden and the Pennine Fellside - Drive 3.
- See Stephenson's 'Locomotion' at Darlington Railway Centre and Museum. A must for all train-spotters and steam-lovers alike!
- Wander round Lakeland's most popular garden centre and pick up an exotic plant or ornamental fruit tree - Hayes Garden World - Ambleside.
- Learn about starfish and animals with backbones at the Lakeland Wildlife Oasis, Milnthorpe. Now just what are they called?
- See and hear the evocative sights and sounds of the Lake District when it was an industrial centre - Stott Park Bobbin Mill, Newby Bridge.
- Drive around some of Eden's picturesque local villages including the market town of Kirkby Stephen and the Mallerstang Valley.
- A short drive to teh lovely village of Morland and you can purchase exactly the right gear for the weather from Penrith Survival Centre.
- Follow the story of Lady Ann Clifford, from Skipton, through Appleby, and finishing at Brougham Castle where she died.
- Drive around the East fellside taking in the pretty villages - Drive 3.
- Take time carefully to produce a copper rubbing or try your hand at hot-poker-work at The Craft Village, Windermere.
- Admire the oldest propeller-driven mechanically-powered boat in the world, afloat and in working order at Windermere Steamboat Museum.
- Take a leafy-laned drive from the Border City of Carlisle to the Solway and Inglewood Forest - Drive 4.
- Watch woolly work in progress: Eden Valley Woollen Mill, Armathwaite.
- Brush up on your pool and snooker or table-tennis in our games room.
- Just relax in the hotel's leisure club. That's it - just relax.
- Visit Alston, the highest market town in England and pop into Gossipgate Gallery to choose a gift fro someone at home.
- Presenting the past at Richmond's Three Museums, and if the sun comes out, why not climb the castle too?
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Appleby Manor Country House Hotel
Roman Road, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND,
Cumbria,
England, CA16 6JB, UK
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