Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Hartsop Fold Holiday Lodges 

Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JS, (5 miles, 7kms), Tel: 017684 82356, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/aira-force-and-ullswater

The tumbling waterfall of Aira Force, drops an impressive 65 feet and can be reached by strolling through ancient woodland and landscaped glades. The perfect place for a family and picnic.

Town End, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 015394 35544, Email, www.wordsworth.org.uk

Wordsworth's most famous home where he lived from 1799 to 1808. This hub of art, literature and creativity has a programme of exhibitions and events from craft workshops, poetry readings and free children’s activities.

The Pier House, Glenridding, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0US, (3 miles, 4kms), Tel: 017684 82229, Email, www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

The ‘Steamers’ create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the lake District

Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JA, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 015394 33250, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wray-castle/

A Victorian mock-gothic Castle, on the western shore of Lake Windermere. Empty of original furniture, guided tours, children's activities, café, grounds extending to the lake.

Brockhole, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJ, (8 miles, 12kms), Email, www.brockhole.co.uk

Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and information centre. Lakeshore access for all.

Waterhead Pier, Waterhead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EY, (6 miles, 10kms), Tel: 015394 43360, Email, www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk

Windermere Lake Cruises offer more than just a ferry service. We hold private charters, lunch cruises, buffet cruises, corporate hospitality, public sailings, group travel.Steamers and launches sail daily throughout the year from Waterhead.

Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9QZ, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 015394 35143, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/grasmere

The Studio, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9SX, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 015394 35280, Email, www.heatoncooper.co.uk

Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints from 4 generations of the family.

Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LB, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 015394 32628, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone and slate house sits imposingly on the hillside, its huge chimneys typical of the area.

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJ, (8 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01539 447186, Email, www.treetoptrek.co.uk

35 exciting treetop challenges designed to enable you to swing, climb, balance and fly your way through the ancient woodland canopy whilst discovering views previously reserved for the squirrels and bats!

Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2NW, (8 miles, 13kms)

This area is rich in prehistoric remains including a standing stone, stone circle and cairns. Moor Divock is 300 metres above sea level, forming part of Askham Fell, to the East of Ullswater.

Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DJ, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 01729 860353, Email, www.whiteplatts.co.uk

Central Buildings, Market Cross, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BS, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 0844 225 0544, Email, www.thehubofambleside.co.uk

Situated at the heart of Ambleside, we are much more than just a tourist information centre. In 2007 Ambleside tourist information centre merged with the Post Office to provide visitors and locals with two vital services.

Main Car Park, Glenridding, CA11 0PA, (3 miles, 4kms), Tel: 017684 82414, Email