Sightseeing
The childhood home of poet William Wordsworth - the house is a pivotal part of the town's history
37 locals recommend
Wordsworth House and Garden
Main StreetThe childhood home of poet William Wordsworth - the house is a pivotal part of the town's history
Whinlatter Forest Park
Whinlatter PassLovely walks and plenty of wild life in this area
With panoramic views and the mountains of Helvellyn and High Seat as a backdrop, Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric and dramatically sited of all the British stone circles.
44 locals recommend
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castle LaneWith panoramic views and the mountains of Helvellyn and High Seat as a backdrop, Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric and dramatically sited of all the British stone circles.
Surprise View
Well worth the drive to the top!
Activities
Go Ape Whinlatter (Treetop Challenge, Segways, Zip Lines, High Ropes)
Whinlatter PassFun day out